Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for an Engineering and Construction Project Manager or Senior to join our Planning, Engineering, and Construction team with a focus on Thermal Power Plant Project Management (Gas Generation Resources).
It's an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we're working hard to safely provide our customers with the safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on. Idaho Power's service territory continues to experience customer growth and an increasing peak demand (load) for electricity. Idaho Power anticipates sustained load growth that will require the procurement of new resources to meet peak demand and maintain system reliability. The addition of new resources such as natural gas plants, battery energy storage systems, wind, and solar facilities are critical to ensure Idaho Power can continue to reliably meet the growing demands on its electrical system and serve its customers.
While this position is based at Idaho Power's downtown Boise location, we offer both flexible schedules and the opportunity to work up to 40% remote.
What does a Thermal Power Plant Project Manager or Senior do for us?
Responsible for project management and execution of a variety of generation and storage resource supply-side infrastructure projects that achieve corporate goals relating to system capacity, reliability, and financial performance. Leads the successful development and execution of project plans, including safety, scope, cost, schedule, cash flow, quality, and risk for multi-discipline construction projects. Leads project team members and directs performance of the team to achieve completion of the project on schedule and within budget. Typically leads multiple projects simultaneously.
A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE
- Knowledge of engineering, design, and construction principles related to natural gas generation, substation, and transmission infrastructure
- Knowledge of operating and maintenance principles and methods related to natural gas generation infrastructure
- Knowledge of the latest methods, materials, estimating, and equipment used in electric generation construction
- Knowledge of specifications and regulations pertaining to the safe design, construction, operation, and maintenance of facilities
- Knowledge of compliance and regulatory activities related to project development and execution
- Knowledge of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) and Owners Engineer contracting methodologies
- Knowledge of major equipment supply agreement negotiation and execution
- Knowledge of general engineering, design, and construction principles related to the electric utility industry
- Knowledge of operating and maintenance principles and methods to the electric utility industry
- Knowledge of the latest methods, materials, estimating, and equipment used in construction
- Knowledge of Project Management practices
Preferred :
Large generation interconnection and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) standardsThermal resource project design and operationsLong-Term Service Agreement (LTSA) contractsProject siting and permitting including public outreachInspection and quality controlEngineering economics to evaluate projectsComplex engineering systemsSkills in :
Excellent interpersonal and professional communicationEffective in written communicationMultidisciplinary team facilitation, management and motivation including internal and external stakeholderVarious communication techniquesEffective in budget and schedule development and managementDemonstrated project management skills and related project management software experienceMicrosoft Project Server, Microsoft Office products, Asset Suite, and PeopleSoftSenior Adds :
Complex contract negotiation and dispute resolutionResource and stakeholder managementPublic speaking and presentationsFinancial and budget management experienceAbility to :
Read and understand engineered drawings and diagramsUse good judgment in applying established guidelines to solving and resolving problemsDevelop and analyze alternativesPrepare written and oral reportsEstablish and maintain effective working relationshipsWork independently and in teamsConduct meetings, lead project teams, understand contracts, and facilitate internal and external project conflictsManage and track multiple project timelines, budgets, and forecastsPreferred :
Prepare comprehensive written and oral reportsInterpret contract language and implement proposed solutionsProvide robust justification and support for alternative solutionsNegotiate contracts and resolve conflictsOperate independently and with some latitudeMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Project Manager :
Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited institution, construction management or related fieldOR Equivalent combination of education and experience in journeyman-level electric utility work, electric utility construction design, full-scope construction project management or electric utility construction project resource scheduling, and intent to pursue Project Management Professional (PMP) certification2 years of related project management or engineering experienceValid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the positionSenior Project Manager :
Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited institution, construction management or related fieldOR Equivalent combination of education and experience in journey-level electric utility work, electric utility construction design, full-scope construction project management or electric utility construction project resource scheduling plus PMP certification6 years of related project management or engineering experience, including at least 3 years of full-scope utility project managementValid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the positionPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position may occasionally stand / walk on uneven surfaces of construction sites up to 8 hours (with periodic breaks) in different weather environments, while wearing PPE. Climbing of stairs and ladders is occasionally required in power generation facilities. Lifting / carrying of up to a 17.5 lb. lap top bag and up to 20 lb. survey equipment is performed occasionally with assistance available if needed. Crouching, kneeling, and stooping / bending is required occasionally. Driving of up to 4 hours throughout the IPC service area is required occasionally. Approximately 80% of the work is performed in an office environment with computer use and phone conversation, requiring sitting up to 8 hours daily.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Occasional travel with out-of-town stays.
Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, marital status, and any other status protected by applicable federal and state laws.
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