Technical Programme Manager

Apply locations Tualatin, Oregon time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R6039 At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. 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.
In this role, a successful candidate will join a highly interactive team that delivers program management for new Grid Operations technologies . These programs consist of AMDS (Advanced Distribution Management System) advanced applications, OMS (Outage Management System) enhanced functionalities, VPP ( Virtual Power Plant ) program (s) implementation . Be an integral part of the Integrated Grid Programs team, utilizing program management skills to lead the initiation, design , testing and closure phases of Integrated Grid Programs.
Project Consultation and Planning Responsible for leading a single moderate-sized project or for multiple minor projects. Types include, but are not limited to, Utility scale operational technologies, business systems or process improvement, department reorganizations and strategy implementation, training, feasibility studies and pilots.
Consults with operations managers to ensure strategic alignment, cost effectiveness and mitigation of negative operational and/or customer service impacts of business initiatives and projects; works with project sponsor to develop objectives and scope; Develops project plan(s) including work breakdown structure, schedule and cost baselines, dependencies and project roles and resource requirements; identifies project risks and mitigation strategies; partners and strategizes with Supply Chain, Legal, IT, Fleet and project sponsor on vendor contract negotiations.
Strategy and Team Leadership Leads a project team or one major team in completing a project. provides guidance and motivation to team on performance and productivity issues; ensures compliance with established project management methodologies and standards; Project Controls Establishes and maintains formal controls to manage and monitor project budget, scope, quality, schedule and risks to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget and effectively. Negotiates necessary project changes with project sponsor. Maintains, adjusts and updates project plans as needed.
provides timely , accurate communication of project plans and status to stakeholders.
assists managers and subject matter experts to identify , understand and improve or revise processes, practices and policies; assists managers in establishing process controls in order to measure baseline and post-improvement performance to monitor success of improvement initiatives.
Project Reporting and Documentation Follows program governance to ensure all project documents are catalogued and archived in a secure and efficient manner; documents and files all “lessons learned” along with all project artifacts.
Internal Collaboration Partners with program managers and project managers to improve overall organizational competencies in project and program management; collaborates with program/project manager peer group to continually improve.
Education Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, business, communications or fire science or other related field or equivalent experience. Experience Typically five or more years in related field.
Certifications, Licenses and Training PE and/or PMP certification preferred.
Intermediate knowledge of how transmission and distribution grids operate , including knowledge of the asset types within the grid being operated .
Intermediate knowledge of Utility Scale Operational Technologies such an Energy Management System (EMS) and Distribution Management System (DMS)
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 group problem-solving methods and techniques, including problem analysis, nominal group and brainstorming techniques and consensus building.
Intermediate skills in writing technical and business requirements.
Intermediate team-building skills

~ 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 consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance
Ability to work shift schedule
Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory : Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)
Environment- Indoor/Outdoor (check all that apply):

~ Office

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PGE supports hybrid flexible work arrangements; and will have a combination of in-the-office and working offsite. Compensation Range:
$00 In addition, this position is eligible for a performance-based incentive bonus. Actual total compensation is commensurate with experience, skills, and education
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. PGE is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. 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 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 Talent Acquisition Specialist (Recruiter) associated with the job posting. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) team is also available for support. Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. We’re committed to powering our customers’ potential and making a difference for our community and the planet. Today, that commitment includes developing an intelligent and resilient electric grid, electrifying transportation and de-carbonizing the energy sector.
We’re proud to deliver an exceptional experience to help our customers thrive. Our mission is to make clean, reliable and affordable energy services available to all. We obsess over serving customers and are committed to growing employee career paths with purpose. Equity and inclusion are core business values; we celebrate our differences and are committed to developing teams that reflect the communities we serve.
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