Project Manager IV – Electric Energy Infrastructure Projects and Programs

Project Manager IV – Electric Energy Infrastructure Projects and Programs

Colorado Springs Utilities is looking for a highly accomplished Project Manager IV to join our Electric Energy Infrastructure Project and Program Department. As a Project Manager IV in this section, you will be responsible for managing large-scale and complex electric energy projects and play a critical role in shaping our organization's portfolios and strategies. In this role, you will provide project manager services for projects related to our electric systems to ensure successful delivery within scope, budget, and schedule. Your project management expertise and experience in utility infrastructure will be valued in this opportunity. In addition to electric energy, this project manager shall possess the skills to manage any large-scale utility project here at Colorado Springs Utilities. Colorado Springs Utilities is a 5-service utility, with Electric, Gas, Water, Wastewater, and Fiberoptic services. Specifically, this position will be assigned to complete the Horizon Power Plant Project. This is a highly visible, complex, large-scale project for the Utility and requires a special skill set. The project will be executed via “Engineer-Procure-Construct” employing a large consortium.

Key responsibilities:

• Immediately take the Horizon Power plant project and have the skills to execute this project successfully
• Manage multiple, complex, large-scale, long-duration projects, and/or programs with significant organizational impact
• Monitor project and program progress, track milestones, and ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements
• Develop and implement comprehensive project and program plans aligned with organizational strategic goals; Plans will include objectives, requirements, risk, scope, timelines, budgets, and deliverables
• Lead cross-functional project and program teams and coordinate and manage resources including team members across departments, contractors, and materials
• Develop and manage project and program budgets, financial forecasts, and cost-control measures
• Communicate and collaborate with team members and stakeholders
• Manage stakeholder expectations and communicate project and program status
• Conduct project and program performance reviews and report on project and program progress and identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions
• Resolve issues, conflicts, and risks that impact projects or programs
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and training to intermediate-level project managers
• Develop and/or assist in the development of contract documents (scopes of work, contracts, specifications, etc.) for the procurement of goods and services
• Evaluate, monitor, direct, and manage outside contractors, consultants, and vendors
• Determine areas of improvement or greater efficiency for safety, quality, and project management processes
• Assist with short and long-term planning for capital budgeting and projects
• Champion and facilitate the rollout, training, and usage of a Project Management Software-as-a-Service (PM SaaS) to peers

Who You Are:

• Required:
  • A minimum of one vertical infrastructure project completion, or 2 years of experience with electric utility projects
  • A minimum of one project that required a commissioning plan and the commissioning of systems or equipment vital to the facility
• Preferred:
  • Extensive experience in managing complex projects and programs
  • In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies, frameworks, and best practices
  • Strategic planning and business acumen
  • Exceptional leadership and team management skills
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Advanced communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation abilities
  • Financial and risk management/mitigation expertise
  • Expertise in contract development, particularly in the public utility sector

Why should you apply? If you have demonstrated experience in project management (particularly in utility infrastructure), and are highly motivated and detail-oriented, we want to hear from you! This position will provide you the opportunity to work with a wide variety of stakeholders across organizational boundaries to manage, prioritize, and execute priorities, budgets, and projects.

What will it take to be successful in this position? A Bachelor’s degree in business, management, project management, engineering, or a similar technical field coupled with appropriate relevant experience is required. The ideal candidate will come with at least 7 years of project management experience, preferably in a field related to utility infrastructure. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desired.

Who We Are:

• One of the largest four-service public utilities in the nation (over 500,000 customers)
• A national leader in reliability (power on an average of 99.991% of the time)
• Diamond Designation recipient from the American Public Power Association – a utility sector leader in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvements
• Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains in the most desired city to live in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2022)

Our Commitment to Our Employees…  
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We do not just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.

• Time Off – Because everybody needs time off to recharge
  • Vacation – New employees accrue 13 days of paid time off to start, while our more tenured employees accrue 24 days per year
  • Personal Leave –3 days per year of personal leave
  • Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
  • Sick Leave – Accrue 12 days of sick leave annually for those days when you or a family member is feeling under the weather
  • Vacation Buy – Purchase up to 40 hours of additional vacation time
• Pension Plan – Looking forward to a comfortable lifestyle once you’re done working? The Colorado Public Employees’ Retirement Association (PERA) provides you with retirement benefits and peace of mind when you retire 
• Medical – Select from three comprehensive medical plans, starting at $10.00 a month.  Employees also enjoy access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Wellness Program – Voluntary wellness program that allows you and your spouse to each earn up to $500 to use towards healthcare expenses, $100 in Visa gift cards, and up to $400 in gym membership reimbursements
• Dental – Select from two dental plans, with in-network PPO preventive care covered at 100% and access to orthodontia coverage
• Vision – Voluntary plan that covers full vision care services and discounts on LASIK eye surgery
• Retirement Saving Programs – Supplement your pension plan with voluntary retirement programs such as the PERAPlus 401(k) and MissionSquare’s Roth IRA and 457 plans
• Disability Coverage – Short-Term (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance available for purchase
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Makes the going a little easier by aiding with mental health, stress management, work-life balance, financial and legal matters, and much more
• Long-Term Care Insurance (LTC) – Whether it's due to an accident or a serious illness, LTC insurance is available for purchase to help you and your loved ones
• Life Insurance – Company-paid life insurance and supplemental coverage available
• Tuition Reimbursement – Employees are eligible to receive up to $5,250 annually for Tuition Reimbursement
• Qualifying Public Service Employer – Payments made towards student loans may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Salary : $5,250