Engineer/Operations Project Manager

General Purpose

The successful candidate will be accountable for all project management responsibilities in the delivery of multiple medium scale capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans and ensure project scopes,team responsibilities,milestone dates,and the procurement strategy are clearly stated for all assigned projects.
• Develop project schedules in accordance with project objectives.
• Cook up 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.
• Interface with external customers throughout the project life cycle.
• 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 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 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.
• Life insurance.
• Additional Voluntary Benefits,including Pet Insurance.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.

Additional Information

• Req Id: 114714
• Company Code: PacifiCorp
• #PM25
• Primary Location: SALT LAKE CITY
• Department: Power Delivery
• Schedule: FT
• Personnel Subarea: Exempt
• Hiring Range: $102,000-$140,250
• This position is eligible for an annual discretionary performance incentive bonus of up to 15.00% of salary.
• Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.