SRP

Manage electrical substation and transmission line projects from planning through commissioning, coordinating internal teams and external contractors. | Requires at least 5 years of experience in utility project management, electrical engineering skills, and knowledge of substation and transmission projects. | About the position Join us in building a better future for Arizona! SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona. Why Work at SRP At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power. SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits: Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee) 401(k) plan with employer matching Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave) Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility) Short and long-term disability plans Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking Summary Directly responsible for managing the planning, design, engineering, procurement and construction activities on high-value, high-visibility and multi-year utility electrical substation and transmission line projects delivering power ranging from 500 kV to 12 kV. Ensures projects are consistent with SRP s design, cost, schedule and quality criteria, and safety values. Also responsible for development and implementation of standard and specific project procedures and reports. Provides operational oversight of staff support functions and requirements for projects. What You'll Do Responsible for project management activities of substation and transmission line facilities ranging from 500kV to 12kV in support of planned system improvements, generator and transmission interconnections, and industrial customers. Project management activities may consist of siting, planning, detailed design, construction, testing and commissioning efforts. This includes directing, assigning, and prioritizing project work plans to meet project objectives and milestones. Manages, oversees, and coordinates all aspects of project activities supported by a matrix team consisting of internal departments and external consultants/contractors performing with responsibilities such as engineering, civil construction, physical electrical construction, protection and control construction, testing and commissioning. Serves as the single point of contact with outside entities including customers. Supports development of study reports, work scope, bill of materials, constructability plans, request for proposals, specifications, and contract documents. Proactively communicates project updates to team and management, maintaining accurate and up to date records, including project management reports and status updates to provide visibility to current and potential project risks. Administers and coordinates the development, implementation, and maintenance of standard processes and procedures for all project stakeholders. Establishes and monitors the project budget and schedule; and provides team leadership to support schedule and budget performance. Manages the procurement/award of materials and contracted services including consultants, long lead-time equipment, and construction contracts with direct recommendation responsibility. Responsibilities • Responsible for project management activities of substation and transmission line facilities ranging from 500kV to 12kV in support of planned system improvements, generator and transmission interconnections, and industrial customers. • Project management activities may consist of siting, planning, detailed design, construction, testing and commissioning efforts. This includes directing, assigning, and prioritizing project work plans to meet project objectives and milestones. • Manages, oversees, and coordinates all aspects of project activities supported by a matrix team consisting of internal departments and external consultants/contractors performing with responsibilities such as engineering, civil construction, physical electrical construction, protection and control construction, testing and commissioning. • Serves as the single point of contact with outside entities including customers. • Supports development of study reports, work scope, bill of materials, constructability plans, request for proposals, specifications, and contract documents. • Proactively communicates project updates to team and management, maintaining accurate and up to date records, including project management reports and status updates to provide visibility to current and potential project risks. • Administers and coordinates the development, implementation, and maintenance of standard processes and procedures for all project stakeholders. • Establishes and monitors the project budget and schedule; and provides team leadership to support schedule and budget performance. • Manages the procurement/award of materials and contracted services including consultants, long lead-time equipment, and construction contracts with direct recommendation responsibility. Requirements • A minimum of five years of related experience is required (if no degree, nine years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience totaling nine years). Nice-to-haves • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred Benefits • Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee) • 401(k) plan with employer matching • Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance • Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave) • Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance • Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility) • Short and long-term disability plans • Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs • 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking