Senior / Staff T&D Construction Manager

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Summary

The Generation, T&D Project Management Office provides project and construction management services in the delivery of a large portion of PGE’s capital portfolio. The Generation T&D PMO manages, coordinates, constructs and puts into service some of the most complex and critical projects and programs within the PGE portfolio to help achieve both near term and long-term objectives working with great people and leveraging sound project management & construction management principles and processes.

In this role you will provide engineering and project-related support, technical project and construction management and maintenance services for all asset classes, as well as planning and design of new and/or upgrade installation projects as required by PGE customers. You will also, provide contract management, coordination and inspection expertise for construction and maintenance projects.

As a T&D Construction Manager you will ensure PGE standards, safety objectives and regulatory requirements are adhered to as they oversee T&D construction projects. This position crosses functional boundaries of design, finance and construction with construction contracts to ensure individual project targets are met so T & D operations meet corporate goals. It provides PGE’s Sourcing and Contracts Supply Chain essential operational oversight in creation of written contracts, the RFP process, construction quality assurance and approval for payment in adherence to their contracts.

This role also services individual contract needs for T&D Engineering Service and Design Project Managers, Transmission Engineering Specialized Design, Fitnes Program, Dock Crew contract, Design services contract, and Flagging Contracts working closely with Planning and Scheduling Line Dispatch to meet scheduling needs.

If you have strong construction management, contract management, negation, construction law and construction safety program experience with complex electric utility projects – we want to hear from you!

This position is open to both a Senior/p4 Construction Manager or a Staff/p3 level.  The level will be determine based on the successful applicant’s qualification, experience, and demonstrated skills during the interview process. See determining qualifications below.

Position Summary

Provides engineering and project-related support, technical project and construction management and maintenance services for all asset classes, as well as planning and design of new and/or upgrade installation projects as required by PGE customers. Provides contract management, coordination and inspection expertise for construction and maintenance projects. Work locations may be on site throughout the PGE territory as well as locations outside of the service territory where PGE owned assets are located. Remote work will be limited.

Responsibilities

Project Planning Delineates the scope, budgeting, scheduling and resource and performance requirements for the most complex substation, transmission and/or distribution construction and other major capital projects; establishes project implementation plans; oversees preparation of bid documents, conduct of site visits, review and evaluation of bid proposals and review of contractor construction plans and safety, crane lifts and shoring plans; negotiates contract terms and makes recommendations for contract awards for the most complex projects; uses proven project management tools and systems. Environmental Requirements Oversees and ensures coordination of permit/environmental requirements for highly environmentally sensitive and the most complex projects; provides updates to PGE’s Environmental Services. Constructability Oversees and provides authoritative advice on integrating construction knowledge into the conceptual planning, design, construction and field operations of a project with the goal to achieve timely, accurate and cost-effective overall project objectives; reviews construction processes for the most complex projects from start to finish during preconstruction phase; identifies obstacles before the project is built to reduce or prevent errors, delays and cost overruns. Project Coordination Manages multidiscipline construction activities with T&D management and engineering personnel and consultants for the most complex projects; coordinates work activities with substation and line personnel to minimize risk to transmission and distribution (T&D) system operations; monitors project status to ensure schedule is maintained and completion is timely; tracks budget; assesses project performance; reports progress; identifies potential problems; evaluates effectiveness of project processes; ensures construction activities support system outage windows and operations priorities; provides training, oversight and coordination of internal and external inspection resources. Contract Administration For the most complex projects, screens potential bidders on contracts, manages contracts as PGE representative, monitors contractors’ work and verifies materials and workmanship to ensure contract deliverables meet contract specifications; ensures compliance with permits; negotiates changes with contractor and prepares change orders; reviews and approves payment of invoices. Safety Practices and Training Assures project safety by establishing and maintaining effective communication between engineering and construction participants and by ensuring the use of safe working practices in accordance with company safety culture, safety programs and policies and relevant state and federal laws, regulations and requirements; designs and provides safety training to contractors when necessary. Claims and Issue Resolution Develops effective communications and mechanisms for resolving conflicts; identifies and resolves contractor performance issues or problems and contractor claims, including settling disputes with and among contractors and subcontractors.

Qualifications

Required, Senior

Education Requires a bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or other related field or equivalent experience. Experience Typically, Eight or more years in managing complex construction projects or related field. Valid Driver's License required

Required, Staff

Education Requires a bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or other related field or equivalent experience. Experience Typically, Five or more years in managing complex construction projects or related field. Valid Driver's License required

Preferred

CCM or PMP current certification Advanced knowledge of T&D Line design, operation, construction processes and maintenance practicesAdvanced knowledge of construction practices and applicable codes and standardsAdvanced knowledge of procurement and contract administration, including PGE policies and procedures Intermediate knowledge of process, procedures for project controls and estimates. Intermediate knowledge of heavy civil construction materials, processes and equipment Advanced knowledge of federal and state safety laws, regulations and requirements and company safety practices, policies, program and reporting requirementsIntermediate computer skills using software applications for construction project management

Physical Capabilities

Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the 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 50 lbs. Carrying: Up to 50 lbs. Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats) (check all that apply):Elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings)Confined spacesWalking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces)Stairs (over 10 steps)Ladders (over 10 rungs)

Environment - Indoor/Outdoor (check all that apply):

OfficePlantField

PGE supports hybrid flexible work arrangements; and will have a combination of in-the-office and working offsite and in the field. However, these arrangements may change due to business needs or changes in responsibility.

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Compensation Range

$96,300.00 - $189,875.00

Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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