Jennifer Montgomery, Scpm
About Jennifer Montgomery, Scpm
Jennifer Montgomery is a Senior Project Manager at American Electric Power, specializing in utility locating and mapping. She has extensive experience in project management and business analytics, having held various roles at Nationwide Insurance and NiSource over her career.
Current Role at American Electric Power
Jennifer Montgomery serves as a Senior Project Manager at American Electric Power, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she leads a team of business subject matter experts to execute a multi-million dollar capital improvement and customer experience program across Indiana and Michigan. Her responsibilities include overseeing project execution, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and managing stakeholder relationships.
Previous Experience at Nationwide Insurance
Jennifer Montgomery has extensive experience at Nationwide Insurance, where she held multiple roles from 2006 to 2016. She started as an Accountant and progressed to positions such as Sr. Business Information Analyst and Digital Business Specialist. Her work involved IT process management, portfolio coordination, and business analytics, contributing to the company’s operational efficiency and project management capabilities.
Professional Background at NiSource
Prior to her current role, Jennifer Montgomery worked at NiSource from 2018 to 2021 as a Project Leader in GPS Program Management. She also served as a Sr. Quality Control & Performance Analyst from 2016 to 2018. Her experience at NiSource involved managing projects focused on utility operations and performance management, ensuring adherence to quality standards in project delivery.
Educational Qualifications
Jennifer Montgomery holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Franklin University, which she completed from 2003 to 2009. She also earned an Associate's degree in Accounting from Columbus State Community College between 2000 and 2003. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her roles in project management and financial analytics.
Expertise in Utility Locating and Mapping
Jennifer Montgomery possesses expertise in utility locating and mapping, which is essential for damage prevention and strategic planning within the utility industry. Her skills in vendor relationship management and negotiation further enhance her ability to manage large-scale projects and foster strategic partnerships, contributing to successful project outcomes.