Engineer/Operations Project Manager

Location: Salt Lake City, UT 84116

About the role

Under general supervision of either a department manager, a program manager, or the director of the engineering/operations - project management office, oversees multiple projects. Responsible for all aspects of the project over the entire project life (initiate, plan, execute, control, close), including assembling project teams, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed, and developing schedules to ensure timely completion of assigned projects. Must be familiar with system scope and project objectives, as well as the role and function of each team member to effectively coordinate the activities of the team.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for all project management responsibilities in the delivery of multiple medium-scale capital projects.
• Develop detailed project plans, project schedules, design, financials, and project permitting.
• Assemble and manage multifunctional matrixed project teams across business platforms.
• Manage the planning, design, and construction of multiple medium-scale capital projects (e.g., modifications/additions to facilities and infrastructure) under general supervision.
• Establish, track, and control project cost, scope, schedule, and risk to deliver assigned projects within their approved scope, budget, and schedule.
• Plan, schedule, and execute all phases of projects in accordance with project management processes, policies, guidelines, and corporate governance.
• Develop detailed project plans ensuring project scopes, team responsibilities, milestone dates, and the procurement strategy are clearly stated.
• Develop project schedules in accordance with project objectives.
• Coordinate the development of conceptual and detailed designs.
• Develop and execute public involvement plan during the project permitting phase.
• Interface with external customers throughout the project life cycle.
• Establish responsibility for and manage the physical construction.
• Provide project progress reports to management and other stakeholders in accordance with an approved communication plan.
• Provide quality project cost forecasting over the life of the project.
• Coordinate with procurement to solicit external materials and services as required for project deliverables.
• Manage the bid process and contracts for external engineering and construction services.
• Negotiate with vendors and contractors regarding work scope changes and ensure that all contract commitments are completed on time per the scope of work and technical specifications.
• Manage construction management team activities in conjunction with field operations.
• Interface with department manager to gain necessary approvals and manage risk.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three or more years of directly related professional experience.
• Experience in project scheduling, cost controls, tracking, and reporting methodologies.
• Knowledge of financial principles to quantify costs and benefits of projects and to track and maintain project budgets.
• Experience in the application of Project Management Institute project management techniques or equivalent.
• Experience in managing vendors and contractors regarding work scope changes to ensure that all contract commitments are completed on time per applicable specifications.
• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated business management skills including consulting, customer service, and business acumen.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to facilitate team efforts, provide guidance and direction to team members, and communicate project objectives, parameters, status, and outcomes to stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze information, form conclusions, and provide meaningful solutions.
• Demonstrated skill in motivating and influencing others as well as skills and experience in team building and conflict management.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel.

Preferences

• Five years of related professional experience.
• Project Management Professional certification by the Project Management Institute.
• Understanding of environmental regulations, National Environmental Protection Act, environmental impact statement, environmental assessment, State Historical Preservation Office, Army Corp of Engineers, etc.
• Knowledge of the Company’s business, policies, procedures, and practices.
• Experience in the electric utility industry and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Working knowledge of SAP in cost tracking and forecasting.
• Working knowledge of Primavera scheduling or other project management software.
• Experience in electric utility design and/or construction.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, PacifiCorp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute.
• Life insurance.
• Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Mass Transit Pass for employees in Portland and Salt Lake City offices.

Work Life Balance

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union).
• Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Paid Bereavement Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing.

Pay

Hiring range: $102,000 - $140,250. This position is eligible for an annual discretionary performance incentive bonus of up to 15.00% of salary.

Schedule

Full-time, exempt.