Project Manager II/III | Construction Services

aps•Deer Valley, AZ

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The APS Project Manager II/III has managerial and technical oversight for the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of assigned business unit or cross-functional projects. Manages multiple projects typically lasting six (6) months to two (2) years involving multi-departmental internal stakeholders. Works with leaders to determine team resources and lead multidisciplinary teams of five (5) to ten (10) people. Manages budgets and project resources across one (1) to two (2) business units. Project budgets typically between $500,000 to $10,000,000 and project scopes identified as medium complexity as defined within the APS Project Complexity guidelines. Develops comprehensive execution plans. Communicates status updates and results to mid-level, inter/intra departmental management.

Requirements

Project Manager II: A four-year Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Information Systems or related field from an accredited college or university plus five (5) years job-related project management experience. In lieu of bachelors degree, combination of college coursework and/or experience as a Project Manager or in positions defining and/or managing project scopes, timelines, budgets and delivery equaling nine (9) years. Experience managing multiple small-to-medium size projects simultaneously.
Project Manager III: A four- year Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Information Systems or related field from an accredited college or university plus eight (8) years job-related project management experience. In lieu of bachelors degree, combination of college coursework and/or experience as a Project Manager or in positions defining and/or managing project scopes, timelines, budgets and delivery equaling 12 years. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (any exception requires Project Management peer group approval and the employee must acquire PMP certification within 12 months of hire). Experience managing multiple medium-to-large scale projects simultaneously.
This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors.
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In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.

Nice To Haves

Extensive understanding of project management processes, principles and methodologies.
General functional/technical knowledge of the business units line of business, practices, and procedures.
Demonstrated leadership, project management and organizational skills.
Strong oral and written communication and people management skills.
Easily adapts to change and uncertainty.
PMP certification.

Responsibilities

Plans, monitors and manages all aspects of moderately scaled projects across one or more departments or business units including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure in accordance with internal process methodologies. Ensures completion according to project plan (i.e. scope, schedule, budget).
Develops and presents comprehensive project plan to project sponsors and management. Obtains all necessary approvals.
Leads or coordinates project planning, resourcing, staffing, progress reporting, people management, vendor relationships and troubleshooting.
Monitors performance and recommends schedule changes, cost adjustments or resource additions.
Oversees schedules and directs team resources. Ensures that materials and equipment are delivered on time.
Ensures project results meet requirements regarding quality, reliability, schedule and cost.
Provides timely and accurate information and status updates to project teams, business management, project sponsors, and senior management.