Technical Program Manager - Wildfire Operations Program Management

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.

Manages projects or programs related to energy storage, data science, analytics, fire science, wildfire, new or emerging technologies or other specialty areas requiring a technical education or background, such as engineering or construction.

Technical Program Manager 7097

Grade 7

Career Level: P3

Career: Requires in-depth knowledge and experience

Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services

Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions

Works independently; receives minimal guidance

Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience

Intermediate knowledge of project management science, methodologies and standards.

Intermediate knowledge of and ability to integrate project management knowledge areas, including project scope, quality, time, cost, communication, procurement, human resources and risk management.

Intermediate knowledge of and skill in using software applications such as MS Project, PowerPoint, Word, Excel spreadsheets and graphing, Access, Visio, Maximo and Power Plant.

Intermediate knowledge of Project Profile system and PGE email system.

Intermediate knowledge of business process reengineering and continuous improvement methods and concepts.

Intermediate knowledge of systems thinking concepts and principles.

Intermediate knowledge of group problem-solving methods and techniques, including problem analysis, nominal group and brainstorming techniques and consensus building.

Intermediate listening skills, including the ability to draw information out and to see things from another’s perspective.

Intermediate skills in writing technical and business requirements.

Advanced communication skills, both written and oral, including negotiation, persuasion and presentation skills.

Working consulting skills

Intermediate decision-making skills

Intermediate enterprise/business awareness skills

Intermediate negotiation skills

Intermediate organization and prioritization skills

Intermediate presentation/facilitation skills

Intermediate team-building skills

Intermediate written and oral communication skills

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 adhere to pre-established schedule, including start/stop time and break/lunch schedule

☒   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 [for part-time positions, change to part-time attendance]

☒   Ability to work shift schedule

☒   Ability to work on-call schedule

☒   Does the job require a valid driver’s license?

☒   No

☐   Yes

☒   Driving/travel/commute

☒   Daily within service territory

☐   Frequently (at least once a week or more)

☒   Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)

☒   Overnight inside/outside the service territory

☐   Frequently (at least once a week or more)

☒   Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)

☒   Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)

☒   Lifting/pushing/pulling (check appropriate weight):

☒   Up to 10 lb

☐   Up to 50 lb

☐   More than 50 lb

☒   Carrying (check appropriate weight):

☒   Up to 10 lb

☐   Up to 50 lb

☐   More than 50 lb

☐   Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats); check all that apply:

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

☐   Confined spaces

☐   Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces)

☐   Stairs (over 10 steps)

☐   Ladders (over 10 rungs)

☒   Office environment

☐   Plant environment

☐   Field environment

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.