Large Project Design Project Manager

Portland General Electric•Portland, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides transmission and distribution project management expertise for construction designs and customer connections. Serves as the primary liaison from first customer contact through final project closeout. Requires in-depth professional knowledge and experience. Applies best practices and knowledge of internal and external business issues to improve products and services. Solves complex problems using existing solutions from new perspectives. Works independently with minimal guidance. Serves as a resource and mentor to less experienced colleagues.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in one of the following (or equivalent experience): Engineering Technology, Computer-Assisted Design (CAD), Related technical field.
Typically 5+ years of experience in: Utility operations, Electrical distribution, Engineering design, Project management, Related field.
Intermediate knowledge of: Company standards and tariffs, Company policies, Applicable codes and jurisdictional requirements, Engineering concepts and principles, Electrical transmission and distribution systems, Transmission and distribution standards and practices, National Electric Safety Code (NESC), National Electrical Code (NEC).
Working knowledge of: Structural analysis software, Electrical analysis software, Work management systems, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer-aided design tools.
Ability to apply engineering and design principles.
Ability to interpret industry standards.
Ability to apply governing electrical codes.
Ability to produce accurate construction designs.
Working ability to plan and execute multiple concurrent projects.
Working ability to organize competing priorities.
Working ability to manage changing schedules and timelines.
Working ability to coordinate projects throughout the customer connection process.
Working ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders.
Analytical thinking.
Business acumen.
Creativity and innovation.
Decision-making.
Customer focus (Advanced).
Interpersonal effectiveness.
Utility industry knowledge.
Problem solving.
Written communication.
Oral communication.
Substantial requires consistent use of logical and analytical thinking to: Define complex problems, Collect and analyze information, Establish facts, Draw sound conclusions, Make informed decisions.
Must demonstrate the ability to meet response times and deadlines.
Must demonstrate the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.
Must demonstrate the ability to follow through on decisions and commitments.
Must demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively within teams.
Must demonstrate the ability to communicate and solve problems under pressure.
Must demonstrate the ability to adapt to frequent organizational and project changes.
Must demonstrate the ability to receive and apply constructive feedback.
Must demonstrate accountability for improvement.
Must demonstrate the application of lessons learned to future work.
Must demonstrate the ability to build productive working relationships.
Must demonstrate the ability to retain and apply new information consistently.
Ability to work extended hours as business needs require.
Ability to report to work during severe weather or emergency events.
Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and reliable full-time attendance.
Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more) driving/travel/commute.
Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift).
Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 10 lbs.
Carrying: Up to 10 lbs.
Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats).

Responsibilities

Manage multiple transmission and distribution projects of increasing complexity.
Oversee projects including: Underground conversion for wildfire mitigation, Streetlighting, Residential developments, Commercial developments, Industrial developments, System maintenance, Capacity additions, Major budgeted projects, Road widening projects.
Deliver timely, reliable, cost-effective, and constructible designs that meet customer connection requirements.
Conduct complex technical analyses.
Prepare or oversee complete engineering and construction designs utilizing: Design software, Engineering drawings, Material lists, Design specifications, Material specifications, Corporate accounting requirements, Cost estimates, Easements, Permits, Service requirements, Line-extension agreements.
Make design decisions that ensure a transmission and distribution system that is: Cost-effective, Reliable, Safe, Constructible, Maintainable.
Ensure all project process steps are completed successfully.
Balance multiple priorities while meeting project schedules and customer expectations.
Coordinate work across internal departments.
Interpret project requirements and facilitate execution.
Frequently serve as a lead and mentor for project team members.
Ensure compliance with: Company tariffs, Design standards, National Electric Safety Code (NESC), Applicable federal, state, and local codes.
Serve as the primary customer contact throughout the project lifecycle.
Consult with customers to identify project requirements.
Develop design and service connection solutions that align with: Company standards, Tariffs, Applicable codes, Customer needs.
Serve as a departmental subject matter expert.
Provide training and mentoring to team members.
Assist with escalated technical and project issues.
Share expertise to improve department performance and consistency.