Project Manager (Engineering)
- Risk Management
- Change Management
- MS Office
- PMP
- Primavera P6
- Excel
- SAP
NOTE: This position maps to our Engineering classification and agencies. This position is intended for roles requiring technical experience such as engineering or construction. Manages the entire project lifecycle from project definition through implementation. Accountable for meeting agreed upon scope, cost, schedule and quality measures. Develops project plan and drives project milestones. Establishes effective communication plan with project team and key stakeholders. Provides day-to-day direction to project resources and ensures the project teams are provided the resources and support that enable the teams to reach their defined objectives. Ensures effective change management occurs throughout the course of the project. Responsible for preparation of documentation and status reports. Role requires excellent oral and written communications, interpersonal, negotiation, project planning, judgment, leadership, decision-making, analysis and problem-solving skills. Expert knowledge of MS Office
1. Explain what the scope of the work/project is? Project Overview, deliverables (what is this person responsible for).
This role is a Project Manager (Engineering) supporting the Processing Controls Engineering group within the gas organization. The PM will manage multiple capital projects related to facilities and stations on the natural gas transmission and distribution system.
Key scope details:
Typically 6β8 projects per year
Project values range from approximately $300K to $2.5M
Projects are usually two-year duration:
Year 1: Engineering and permitting
Year 2: Construction
PM will manage projects at various phases simultaneously
1. What are the top 3-5 skills and qualifications (technology/application/software, etc.) required?
Project management experience in the natural gas utility space
Experience with utility or LDC transmission/distribution projects
Strong understanding of scope, schedule, and budget management
Financial forecasting, estimating, and accruals
Comfort managing multiple concurrent projects
2. What non-technical skills are necessary (i.e., such as communication, problem solving, team player)?
Strong written and verbal communication
Ability to present to leadership (Stage Gate reviews)
Conflict resolution
Organization and prioritization
Stakeholder and vendor management
3. Ideal candidate background and how many years required?
7+ years of experience preferred
Background in gas facilities and stations is ideal
Experience working for utilities or LDCs
4. Are there any specific companies you like to see on a candidate's resume?
Examples given (not required):
PG&E
SoCalGas
Southwest Gas
National Grid
Peoples Gas
MidAmerican Energy
Spire
Puget Sound utilities or similar organizations
5. Are there any certifications that the candidate must possess?
Not required, but preferred:
PMP
PE (can substitute for PMP in some cases)
6. Are there any preferred or "nice to have" skills?
Primavera P6 familiarity
Technical engineering background
Experience in facilities and station projects
Strong Excel and SAP exposure
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