Project Manager, Engineering/Operations - Principal

Civil & Structural Engineering;Electrical/Electronics Engineering;Energy/Nuclear Engineering Career Level: Manager (Manager/Supervisor of Staff) Industry: Energy and Utilities Job Ref Code: 080626 PacifiCorp is one of the lowest-cost electricity producers in the United States, providing more than 1.6 million customers with reliable, efficient energy. General Purpose Under minimal direction from the managing director (head of Project Management office), the director of engineering/operations (project management office), or a vice president, oversees multiple large complex high-risk politically sensitive projects, which often require considerable resources and high levels of functional integration.   Responsibilities of this position include the following: The successful candidate will be accountable for all project management responsibilities for the delivery of the most complex, high-risk and politically sensitive capital projects. Responsibilities include but are not limited to planning, directing and coordinating all aspects of the development and implementation of design, financial, legal, property acquisition, permitting, construction, assembling and managing multifunctional matrixed project teams across business platforms. Responsibilities also include coordinating team efforts, assigning tasks, developing detailed project plans, project schedules and ensuring timelines are met. Manage the most complex, high-risk and politically sensitive capital projects from assignment to closeout and direct project teams to ensure all phases of projects meet cost, schedule, and quality requirements. Coordinate and direct the activities of as many as (20) internal departments including regulatory affairs, general counsel and customer & community affairs and as many as (15) external government and private agencies including Public Utility Commissions and other utilities in the process of delivering assigned projects. 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 and guidelines, and corporate governance. Develop detailed project plans and ensure project scopes, team responsibilities, milestone dates, and the procurement strategy are clearly stated for all assigned projects.  Develop and update the project schedule in accordance with project objectives.  Define and manage interfaces with senior management, business units, regulators, contractors, vendors, customers, and auditors on assigned projects. Coordinate and manage the development of conceptual and detailed designs.  Develop and execute public involvement plan during the project permitting phase. Interface with stakeholders and external customers throughout the project life cycle to assure their criteria and objectives are met. 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 appropriate management levels including senior management to gain necessary approvals and manage risk in accordance with corporate governance.   Manage the bid process, and contracts for external engineering and construction services. 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.  Requirements for this position include the following: Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering, or the equivalent combination of education and experience  Ten years related professional experience. Project Management Professional certification by the Project Management Institute must be maintained or gained during the first year in this position Proficient in project scheduling, cost controls, tracking and reporting methodologies Proficient in financial principles to quantify costs and benefits of projects and to track and maintain project budgets  Expert in the application of Project Management Institute project management techniques or equivalent Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills Demonstrated advanced business management skills including consulting skills, customer service, and business acumen Excellent 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 Highly skilled in motivating and influencing others, experience in team building and conflict management Ability to analyze information, form conclusions and provide meaningful and creative solutions to non-typical business issues Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel Preference will be given to candidates who have the following: Master’s in Business Administration or advanced technical degree Current Professional Engineer License Advanced Project Management or Program Management Certification 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. Experience in managing direct reports  All offers of employment are contingent upon he successful completion of a background check and drug screening