This position can be hired at two different levels
- Project Manager I
- Project Manager II
POSITION CONCEPT
Manage Transmission, Distribution, Substation and Road Widening capital projects in the Electric Delivery (ED) organization. Lead project teams as the single point of responsibility and accountability for all aspects of project execution. The Project Manager is responsible for all phased of planning and executing projects to meet the goals of the company with respect to schedule, financial and operating performance. schedule development, cash flow versus budget analysis and. The PM is also responsible for managing the final project scope, PSA-quality estimates, establishing in-service dates, risk identification and mitigation and project close out.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Level 1: Project Manager I
Performs the following with direction:
- Manage the planning, engineering, procurement, construction, and start-up of multiple capital projects. Manage project scope, cost, time, risk, quality, procurement, communications and human resources in order to drive project execution and meet project objectives. Management responsibilities begin with project initiation and include planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and project close-out. Accountable for project performance measured by safety, schedule, financial, and operating goals. (20%)
- Review Project Scope Approvals (PSA), Project Completion Reports, and Project Change Requests (PCR’s) for upper management review and signature. (10%)
- Manage project communications. This includes identifying project stakeholders and keeping them well informed; effectively facilitating regular project team meetings; delivering engaging, informative, well-organized presentations; resolving and/or escalating issues in a timely fashion; and understanding how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully. Ensure accurate project status reporting. This includes updates on cost, schedule, status, and critical items which may materially affect project performance or department or company operations. Present project status to management and key stakeholders on a regular basis. (20%)
- Effectively plan, organize, and coordinate the project work of engineers, construction resources, technicians, or others, as assigned, in a manner that supports the project, company and department goals and objectives. Review and monitor contractual requirements for all engineering, equipment suppliers, and construction contractors. (10%)
- Manage project scope through active monitoring and change control procedures. Ensure project scope changes are justified prior to implementation. Ensure required approvals are obtained before changes are implemented. (10%)
- Develop and coordinate input into the expense, capital, manpower, and salary budgets for projects. Review budget, estimates, scope and forecast cost throughout the life of the project to ensure an accurate monthly and yearly budget. (20%)
- Performs additional duties as needed (10%)
SUPERVISION
No direct supervision
RELATIONSHIPS
Key Internal: Interfaces with TEC functional groups, personnel, and all levels of management.
Key External: Contractors, Customers, Government and/or Regulatory Agencies, Industry Associations, Civic Associations, Developers, Engineering Firms, and Vendors
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Building Construction or associated discipline from an accredited college or university
Licenses/Certifications
Preferred: PMP (PMI - Project Management Professional) certification is preferred; Professional Engineering License
Related Experience
Required:
Minimum of ten years of work experience comprising all of the following:
- Electric Delivery (ED) System Infrastructure (Design and/or Construction)
- Scheduling (CPM scheduling)
- Budgeting Systems and Cost Controls
- Contractor Claims Negotiations
College education may be considered in lieu of comparable direct/related experience.
Preferred: Two years of electric distribution/transmission project administration experience
Supervisory Experience
Preferred: Minimum of one (1) year “direct or indirect” supervisory experience
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)
Required: Working knowledge of Electric Delivery construction and design criteria
Level 2: Project Manager II
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform the Project Manager I Duties and Responsibilities independently (70%)
- Identity areas for improvement and work to develop and maintain Project management policies, standards, procedures and tools. (10%)
- Manage progressively more complex projects to include maintenance capital, new facilities, plant improvement, process change and/or new process projects with increased cost values (20%)
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Direct Experience
Required: A minimum of 3 years as Project Manager I, or a minimum of fourteen years of experience in the engineering and construction business
Preferred: Previous experience in managing construction contracts, engineering contracts, and equipment supply contracts
Supervisory Experience
Required: None
Preferred: Minimum of five (5) years “direct or indirect” supervisory experience
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
- Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships
- Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
- Speaks Up on Safety, Health, and the Environment
- Thinks Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgement
WORKING CONDITIONS
Overtime work and travel out of town may be required, but limited. Handles multiple duties and responsibilities and is accountable for related actions. Field work in a construction environment required. Willingness to relocate within TEC’s service area may be required.
