Manager, Design Project Management - Portland and Gresham

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.

Portland Operations Center

Gresham Operations Center

Grade 9, Career Level: M2 Manager

• Manages professional associates and/or supervisors Is accountable for the performance and results of a team.
• Adapts departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges.
• Decisions are guided by policies, resources and business plan; receives moderate guidance from manager.
• Provides subject matter guidance to associates, colleagues and/or customers.
  

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering technology, project management, design or other related field or equivalent experience.
• Prefer eight or more years in transmission and distribution design or a related field; project management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Requires a valid drivers license and a history of safe driving practices.
  

Functional Competencies

• Advanced knowledge of PGE tariff, rules, policies and practices (i.e., PGE engineering standards, current accounting system, current franchise agreements, Electric Service Requirements book, etc.).
• Advanced knowledge of all aspects of line department operations; design; PGE transmission and distribution systems, rules and regulations; and applicable codes relating to electrical service and/or lighting delivery (e.g., NEC, NESC).
• Advanced knowledge of PUC and FCC regulations pertaining to pole standards.
• Advanced knowledge of Service and Design policies and procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of overhead, underground, transmission and construction principles.
• Advanced knowledge of corporate software tools used in the Design and Engineering Department.
• Advanced knowledge of project management concepts involved in planning and executing projects.
• Advanced knowledge of common engineering concepts and principles.
• Advanced knowledge of PGE’s asset management and GIS systems.
• Intermediate knowledge of budgeting practices.
• Working knowledge of financial statements and utility economics.
• Working knowledge of PGE's organization, finance, budget, human resources and administrative procedures.

General Competencies

• Intermediate business acumen.
• Intermediate change leadership skills.
• Advanced decision-making skills.
• Advanced focus on customer skills.
• Advanced interpersonal skills.
• Advanced knowledge of the utility industry.
• Advanced negotiation skills.
• Advanced organization management skills.
• Intermediate resource management skills.
• Advanced safety leadership skills.
• Advanced written and oral communication skills.
  

Drives Results

Plans and Aligns

Decision Quality

Drives Engagement

Courage

Cognitive Level Substantial: Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions (for example, engineer, HR director, plant manager, etc.).

• Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks.
• Ability to follow accuracy standards.
• Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks.
• Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress.
• Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change.
• Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback. Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement.
• Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks.
• Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization. Demonstrates sound memory.
• Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks.

• Ability to work long hours.
• Ability to work a variable schedule.
• Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather.
• Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance.

• Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)
• 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) (check all that apply):

Elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings)

• Office
• Field

Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity.

PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here.

Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.

PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting talentacquisition@pgn.com or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process. 

To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date.  Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.