Engineering & Construction Project Manager or Senior

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Idaho Power located in vibrant Boise Idaho is looking for an Engineering and Construction Project Manager or Senior to join our Operations Support team with a focus on new natural gas supplyside resources and other technologies as applicable.

Its an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon and were working hard to safely provide our customers with the reliable affordable clean energy they depend on. Idaho Powers 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 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 Powers downtown Boise location we offer both flexible schedules and the opportunity to work up to 40% remote.

What does an Engineering and Construction Project Manager or Senior do for us

A Project Manager on the Operations Support team is responsible for all facets of project origination and project management of various technologies with an emphasis on natural gas supplyside resources that achieve corporate goals relating to system capacity reliability and financial performance. They lead the successful development and execution of project plans including safety scope cost schedule cash flow quality and risk for multidiscipline construction projects. They lead project team members and direct performance of the team to achieve completion of the project on schedule and within budget. Theyre typically leading multiple projects simultaneously.

In addition to the meaningful work we do we offer worklife balance competitive pay and benefits an employee incentive plan and both a 401k employermatch and a pension plan making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.

A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

Knowledge of:

• Engineering design and construction principles related natural gas generation substation and transmission infrastructure
• Operating and maintenance principles and methods related to natural gas generation infrastructure
• The latest methods materials estimating and equipment used in electric generation construction
• Specifications and regulations pertaining to the safe design construction operation and maintenance of facilities
• Compliance and regulatory activates related to project origination development and execution
• Project Management practices
• Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) and Owners Engineer contracting methodologies
• Major equipment supply agreement negotiation and execution

• Large generation interconnection and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) standards
• Complex engineering systems
• Thermal resource project origination design and operations
• LongTerm Service Agreement (LTSA) contracts
• Project siting and permitting including public outreach
• Inspection and quality control

Skills in:

• Excellent interpersonal and professional communication
• Effective in written and oral communication and various communication techniques
• Multidisciplinary team facilitation management and motivation including internal and external stakeholders
• Budget and schedule development and management
• Project management and related project management software experience
• Microsoft Project Server Microsoft Office products Asset Suite and PeopleSoft

• Complex contract negotiation and dispute resolution
• Resource and stakeholder management
• Public speaking and presentations

Ability to:

• Read and understand engineered drawings and diagrams
• Use good judgment in applying established guidelines to identify and solve problems
• Develop and analyze alternatives
• Prepare written and oral reports
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Work independently and in teams
• Conduct meetings lead project teams understand contracts and facilitate internal and external project conflicts
• Manage and track multiple project timelines budgets and forecasts

• Interpret contract language and implement proposed solutions
• Provide robust justification and support for alternative solutions
• Operate independently

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Project Manager

Education:

• Bachelors degree in engineering from an ABET accredited institution construction management or related field

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• An equivalent combination of education and experience in journeymanlevel electric utility work electric utility construction design fullscope construction project management or electric utility construction project resource scheduling and intent to pursue PMP certification

Experience:

• 2 years of related project management or engineering experience

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position

Senior Project Manager

Education:

• Bachelors degree in engineering from an ABET accredited institution construction management or related field

OR

• Equivalent combination of education and experience in journeylevel electric utility work electric utility construction design fullscope construction project management or electric utility construction project resource scheduling plus PMP certification

Experience:

• 6 years of related project management or engineering experience including at least 3 years of fullscope utility project management

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position

PHYSICAL 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. The above is a summary of the primary essential functions of the position. This job may require the performance of additional tasks assigned by company leaders or management. Questions regarding job requirements or accommodation requests should be directed to Human Resources.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Occasional travel with outoftown stays.

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