Portland General Electric · 2 weeks ago
Design Project Manager, Internal Design
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$62K/yr - $103K/yr
1+ years expPortland General Electric is dedicated to creating a smarter, cleaner Oregon. The Design Project Manager will be responsible for managing electrical distribution projects, serving as the primary liaison throughout the project lifecycle, and ensuring customer satisfaction while adhering to company standards and codes.
Electrical DistributionEnergyRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Project Management - Manages multiple projects (e.g., streetlighting, single family, residential, ranch runner, pole replacement, minor maintenance and small road widening) of varying size and at varying steps within the project process; delivers project results that provide timely, effective, reliable and workable construction designs and customer connections
Design Production - Conducts technical analyses and prepares complete designs using current design technology resources, including design software, drawings, material lists, design specifications, material specifications, corporate accounting, cost estimates, easements, permits, service requirements and line-extension agreements. Responsible for design decisions that reflect a cost-effective, reliable, safe, constructible/maintainable transmission and distribution system
Project Execution - Accountable for ensuring all steps of the project process are completed, considering timeliness and responsiveness to internal or external customers; effectively prioritizes and balances multiple tasks and projects to meet customer expectations; interprets and coordinates work with other PGE departments to fulfill project requirements; generally works independently but receives some direct supervision. Fulfills project requirements consistent with company tariff, design standards, NESC requirements and applicable codes
Customer Care - Serves as the primary point of contact on all assigned projects from first contact to final closing; consults with customers to identify requirements and translates them into design and service connection solutions consistent with tariff, company standards, requirements and applicable codes
Leadership and Consultation - Responds to questions from stakeholders; may provide information to newer team members
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering technology, computer-assisted design or other related field or equivalent experience
One or more years in utility operations or a related field
Valid driver's license
Strong project management, problem solving, and customer care skills
Working knowledge and application of all company standards and tariffs, company policy, applicable codes and local jurisdiction requirements
Basic knowledge of common engineering concepts and principles
Working knowledge of PGE's electrical system
Working knowledge of transmission and distribution standards and practices
Working knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and National Electrical Code (NEC)
Working skills in using computer design tools, including structural analysis, electric analysis, work management and GIS
Working ability to apply engineering and design concepts, PGE and industry standards and governing codes
Working ability to use project management concepts and skills in planning and executing projects
Working ability to effectively plan, organize, design, coordinate and manage multiple projects with changing timelines at different stages of the connection process
Working ability to work collaboratively in a teamwork environment with internal customers
Working analytical thinking skills
Basic business acumen
Basic creativity and innovation skills
Working decision-making skills
Working focus on customer skills
Working interpersonal skills
Basic knowledge of the utility industry
Working problem-solving skills
Working written and oral communication skills
Ability to work long hours
Ability to work a variable schedule
Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather
Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance
Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)
Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)
Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 10 lbs
Carrying: Up to 10 lbs
Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats): Confined spaces, Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces), Stairs (over 10 steps), Ladders (over 10 rungs)
Environment - Indoor/Outdoor: Office, Field
Preferred
Mapping and asset management project software experience
Working knowledge of pole loading analysis tools and NESC requirements
Benefits
Performance based incentive bonus
Total rewards package
Company
Portland General Electric
Portland General Electric (PGE) is a vertically integrated electric utility engaged in the generation, purchase, transmission.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$379.5MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-05-10Grant· $4.5M
2022-10-25Post Ipo Equity· $375M
2006-04-03IPO
Leadership Team
Maria Pope
President and Chief Executive Officer
Joseph Trpik
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-12-09
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