Manager Projects

4 weeks ago


Anchorage, United States Smartwork IT Services Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Manager, Projects - EngineeringLocation: Anchorage, AKJob Type : Full time, Onsite

Job Description :

  • The Manager, Projects - Engineering is responsible for setting department objectives, building and maintaining a strong team, creating processes, and effectively communicating to help the team achieve clear objectives.
  • This role focuses on project management for designing and constructing transmission, sub-transmission, substation, distribution, and switchyard facilities, as well as other electrical or non-electrical projects as required by Client.
  • The position involves implementing project management tools and techniques to deliver successful projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Utilize management information systems to monitor budgets and project activities.
  • Develop and update schedules for expense and capital projects within the department.
  • Oversee contract administration for major equipment and material acquisitions and civil and electrical construction.
  • Prepare detailed work plans and specifications for major project construction.
  • Review and approve expenditures within authorized limits.
  • Submit department capital and expense budgets for approval.
  • Establish project requirements for facilities construction, including distribution, sub-transmission, transmission, and substations.
  • Balance the use of consulting engineers to ensure project schedules are met efficiently.
  • Provide regular status reports on departmental responsibilities, including financial and schedule performance.
  • Schedule, assign, and direct the work of subordinates, providing training and mentoring.
  • Ensure performance measures are in place for departmental responsibilities.
  • Participate in negotiations with state and municipal agencies regarding facility modifications or relocations.
  • Direct design coordination for interconnection of Client facilities with other electric utilities.
  • Participate in external committee assignments, representing clients as authorized.
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive Project Management Plan for departmental processes.
  • Present projects and contract authorizations to the Client Board of Directors.
  • Maintain a list of system deficiencies for capital projects.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies

  • Thorough knowledge of electric utility systems, operations, and construction.
  • Familiarity with the Uniform System of Accounts, RUS design and construction requirements, National Electrical Safety Code, OSHA regulations, and construction contracts.
  • Understanding of the impact of cold weather on substation equipment.
  • Ability to recognize electrical system needs and provide solutions that meet various demands.
  • Proven success in delivering projects using recognized project management tools.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to resolve employee conflicts.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, project management, and scheduling software.

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering required; electrical engineering preferred.
  • Additional training in electric utility design, construction, planning, and accounting preferred.
  • Alaska Professional Engineer registration or ability to obtain it within one year is preferred.
  • Master's degree in project management or PMP certification is desired.

Experience:

  • Five years of progressively responsible engineering design or construction experience, including three years in supervisory and project management roles.
  • Experience with high voltage (115 kV and greater) land and submarine cables preferred.
  • Experience in electrical, mechanical, and architectural design, including foundations and structures.
  • Experience organizing and supervising work groups and coordinating plans with internal and external parties.
  • Union environment experience preferred.

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