Portland General Electric · 11 hours ago
Associate Design Project Manager (Large Projects)
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$74K/yr - $124K/yr
5+ years expPortland General Electric (PGE) is committed to creating a smarter and cleaner energy future for Oregon. The Staff Design Project Manager will manage multiple complex transmission and distribution projects, serving as the primary liaison to ensure timely and effective project delivery while implementing innovative design technologies and renewable energy solutions.
Electrical DistributionEnergyRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Manages multiple projects of increasing complexity all types (e.g., streetlighting, residential, commercial, industrial, system maintenance, capacity additions, major budgeted projects and major 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
Conducts complex technical analyses and prepares or oversees the preparation of 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
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; works independently and frequently serves in a lead and/or mentoring role for other project team members. Fulfills project requirements consistent with company tariff, design standards, NESC requirements and applicable codes
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
Serves as a department subject matter expert and provides training and instruction to other team members; may provide guidance for escalated issues
Qualification
Required
Requires a bachelor's degree or other related field or equivalent experience
Typically five or more years in utility operations or a related field
Intermediate knowledge and application of all company standards and tariffs, company policy, applicable codes and local jurisdiction requirements
Intermediate knowledge of common engineering concepts and principles
Intermediate knowledge of PGE's electrical system
Intermediate knowledge of transmission and distribution standards and practices
Intermediate 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
Intermediate ability to apply engineering and design concepts, PGE and industry standards and governing codes
Intermediate 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
Intermediate analytical thinking skills
Working business acumen
Intermediate creativity and innovation skills
Intermediate decision-making skills
Advanced focus on customer skills
Intermediate interpersonal skills
Intermediate knowledge of the utility industry
Intermediate problem-solving skills
Intermediate written and oral communication skills
This position requires a valid driver's license and a history of safe driving practices
Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks
Ability to follow accuracy standards
Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks
Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment
Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress
Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change
Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback
Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement
Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks
Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization
Demonstrates sound memory
Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks
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
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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