Project Manager II/III | Construction Services

Arizona Public Service generates clean, reliable and affordable energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state's largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona. Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country's fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity. Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together. Summary The APS Project Manager II/III has managerial and technical oversight for the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of assigned business unit or cross-functional projects. Manages multiple projects typically lasting six (6) months to two (2) years involving multi-departmental internal stakeholders. Works with leaders to determine team resources and lead multidisciplinary teams of five (5) to ten (10) people. Manages budgets and project resources across one (1) to two (2) business units. Project budgets typically between $500,000 to $10,000,000 and project scopes identified as medium complexity as defined within the APS Project Complexity guidelines. Develops comprehensive execution plans. Communicates status updates and results to mid-level, inter/intra departmental management. Minimum Requirements Project Manager II A four-year Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Information Systems or related field from an accredited college or university plus five (5) years job-related project management experience. In lieu of bachelors degree, combination of college coursework and/or experience as a Project Manager or in positions defining and/or managing project scopes, timelines, budgets and delivery equaling nine (9) years. Experience managing multiple small-to-medium size projects simultaneously. Project Manager III A four-year Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Information Systems or related field from an accredited college or university plus eight (8) years job-related project management experience. In lieu of bachelors degree, combination of college coursework and/or experience as a Project Manager or in positions defining and/or managing project scopes, timelines, budgets and delivery equaling 12 years. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (any exception requires Project Management peer group approval and the employee must acquire PMP certification within 12 months of hire). Experience managing multiple medium-to-large scale projects simultaneously. Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications Extensive understanding of project management processes, principles and methodologies. General functional/technical knowledge of the business units line of business, practices, and procedures. Demonstrated leadership, project management and organizational skills. Strong oral and written communication and people management skills. Easily adapts to change and uncertainty. PMP certification. Major Accountabilities Plans, monitors and manages all aspects of moderately scaled projects across one or more departments or business units including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure in accordance with internal process methodologies. Ensures completion according to project plan (i.e. scope, schedule, budget). Develops and presents comprehensive project plan to project sponsors and management. Obtains all necessary approvals. Leads or coordinates project planning, resourcing, staffing, progress reporting, people management, vendor relationships and troubleshooting. Monitors performance and recommends schedule changes, cost adjustments or resource additions. Oversees schedules and directs team resources. Ensures that materials and equipment are delivered on time. Ensures project results meet requirements regarding quality, reliability, schedule and cost. Provides timely and accurate information and status updates to project teams, business management, project sponsors, and senior management. Export Compliance / EEO Statement Export compliance information: This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person. Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law. For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws. Onsite Onsite: Requires work to be performed in the field and/or at an APS facility. Depending on the responsibilities of the role, this may include, but is not limited to, working at a power plant, job site, or in the community. Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees). Role types are subject to change based on business need. #J-18808-Ljbffr APS (Arizona Public Service)