Manager, Program Management (Transmission)

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Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Program Manager responsible for the overall project planning, organizing, management, supervision, coordination and administration of all capital projects work for the Organization associated with Transmission Lines and associated work in order to achieve project completion on budget, on time, as per agreed scope and with proper risk and quality management.

This position supports the Organization through the planning and delivery of project work through all phases of new capital projects and is responsible for the effective planning and assigning appropriate Organization project management resources in delivery of all phases of project. This includes interaction and collaboration with the Construction Manager, Commissioning Manager, Project Managers, HSE lead, Commissioning Lead, and Construction Leads along with all applicable support services including contract admin, finance, indigenous relations, and project management. This position is responsible for monitoring, tracking of schedules, costs, risks and quality, supervising and reporting on project deliverables including external contractors.

This position will also assign senior project managers, project managers and coordinators to kickoff Projects, manage interface with Contractors during Construction and ensure that all Project deliverables including construction is completed in accordance with Design and Contract packages.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - TASKS

• Oversee management of large portfolio of projects.
• Provide daily direction to Senior Project Managers, Project Managers and Project Coordinators to ensure that Project Management processes, procedures, Quality Assurance and inspection programs are being adhered to.
• Tracking of project progress to baselines for scope, costs and schedules.
• Ensure contract policies - practices are followed to; ensure the Company achieves the accepted intent of agreements, have methods to manage change/exceptions and properly protects the Company from failure risks.
• Lead the project team by attending meetings and working collaboratively on access route / site planning, selection, identifying landowner and land acquisition issues, and providing regular updates.
• Track / monitor / report on various deliverables.
• Identify and managing risk on projects.
• Apply Project Learning's, as well as monitor and collect external information on construction management, best practices and technologies creating a library of knowledge to be applied in opportunities that arise.
• Ensure, Evaluate and monitor the -quality- process within their area of responsibility, assuring that every aspect of their work and services meet or exceed customer expectations and are consistent with the quality goals of the company.
• Lead and represent the Organization at various third-party information sessions.
• Effectively communicate with appropriate internal and external groups including Municipal, State and Federal agencies, Indigenous Groups, contractors, and internal staff including L - P, Construction, Survey, HSE, and Regional and District staff. Review the release package (prepared by the land administrator) to ensure it contains the appropriate easement agreements required (i.e. maintenance, O/H Powerline, U/G Powerline, distribution or transmission). This package forms the minimum requirements necessary to transition from the planning phase to the execution phase of a project.
• Provide support to incident investigation as needed.
• Prioritize assignments to meet customer needs.
• Solid Understanding of Earned Value Analysis and Management for monitoring, tracking and reporting of project progress updates.
• Manage change management of scope, Costs and Duration changes in a project.
• Supervisory skills relating to site management of multiple work groups and contractors.
• Safety Oriented ensuring safe work and safety of everyone.
• Abide by Company policies and procedures.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor of Science, Engineering Degree or related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a Project Manager and at least 5 years of experience as a Program Manager.
• Should have experience in a large electrical utility environment with knowledge in design, construction, and commissioning of transmission, Distribution systems, equipment and components.
• Project management Professional (PMP or PgMP) training and experience would be considered an asset.
• Experience with electrical utility technologies such as Gas Insulated Switchgear, smart relays, IEC 61850 technology, high voltage transformers and breakers.
• Experienced with working on Regulated Utilities and managing project interfaces with Regulatory Commission and Independent System Operators, International Aid Agency Interfaces on Large Utility Scale.
• Comprehensive knowledge of applicable Municipal, States and Federal Legislation.
• Excellent knowledge in Project Controls - scheduling, tasks development, WBS, Costs, Estimating, Risks and Reporting (to Regulatory and Federal Aid Agencies).
• Knowledgeable about OH-S Safety Regulations.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, MS Projects/Primavera P6, Computer based Earned Value Management, Cost Control, Schedule Control, Resourcing management, Risk Management.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations and facilitate meetings as related to strategy, training, and collaborating with various stakeholders
• Good knowledge of the Organizations Project Management and Construction Standards Manual.
• Excellent, organizational, communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Proven skills in Project Execution and Contractor Management.
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making abilities.
• Work with limited supervision. Prioritize and organize own work. Excellent time management, organizational and planning skills. Attention to accuracy and detail.
• Valid Driver's License is required.

Benefits*: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company's annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.

TRC is an equal opportunity employer: disability/veteran. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.