Project Manager I - Public Improvement South

About the Role

The South Regional Public Improvement Team at PSE partners with local jurisdictions to support project development and help navigate impacts to PSE facilities. When necessary, the team coordinates the relocation of PSE facilities to accommodate project requirements. Our team consists of project managers, engineers, and engineering specialists who work collaboratively to support jurisdictions and deliver successful project outcomes.

The Project Manager I directs and manages the processes and activities of projects of limited scope. Project development may be guided with the assistance of senior department staff. With guidance from a PM or Senior PM, you will manage and execute projects with a clearly defined scope of work, which may involve multiple internal customers or departments, as well as external customers.

All PSE employees are expected to uphold safety compliance standards and promote a culture of total safety. This role is considered “safety sensitive” and is subject to pre-employment drug screening, including for marijuana.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates resources, provides oversight, and directs team members.
• Assembles and leads multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Identifies the scope of an assigned project and decides logical actions to meet project requirements and deadlines.
• Facilitates communication between service providers and internal customers, including technical support at the direction of a project manager.
• Responds to customer concerns and works with appropriate parties for resolution.
• Facilitates technical assistance to internal and external customers in support of PMs or Senior PMs.
• Applies general rules, standards, and guidelines to specific technical problems.
• Reports on project and program progress as directed.
• Gathers, consolidates, and analyzes facts in relation to project requirements.
• Responsible for schedule and budget development, management, and forecasting.
• Supports emergency response work as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
• At least two years of relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Basic knowledge and experience in scheduling, estimating, accounting, and finance principles.
• Customer-oriented, positive, team-oriented, and collaborative attitude.
• Flexibility, understanding of business issues driving project needs, and a solid work ethic.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline.
• Experience managing small projects or programs.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to bring about agreement between divergent points of view.
• Ability to write clear, concise, and direct narrative and reports.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills for single or multiple technical areas.
• Negotiating and critical thinking skills.
• Knowledge of utility methods, techniques, and procedures involved in budgeting, procurement, and contract administration.
• Advanced Project Management Training and Project Management or Construction Management Certification from an accredited institution (PMI or College).

Benefits

PSE offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary options: supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Retirement savings: 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $80,200.00 - $115,800.00, and this position is eligible for annual goal-based incentive bonuses.