Project Manager I - III

Better Connected, Together: Employees Power Our Mission

At Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation (AECC) and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (AECI), our diverse, dedicated team powers a shared mission: to deliver electricity that is reliable, affordable and responsible. Better connected, together with Arkansas’ electric distribution cooperatives — we provide wholesale power and essential services that improve quality of life across the state, serving more than 1.2 million members and the communities they call home.

Our Employees are the Driving Force Behind Everything We Do

We believe in supporting, valuing, and investing in our people — because when our team thrives, our mission succeeds. If you're looking for meaningful work, a strong sense of purpose, and a place where your contributions truly matter, we invite you to consider joining us. 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Manages assigned projects, initiated within the Engineering department, delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality standards to meet stakeholders’ expectations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages, owns, and is responsible for projects through the phases of initiation, planning, execution, monitoring & control, and close out.
• Coordinates with other electric utilities, consultant design engineering firms, suppliers, AECC, and distribution cooperative leadership as required.
• Leads cross functional coordination with AECC planning, land & rights of way, environmental, engineering design, construction, power delivery, and IT departments to ensure project are delivered as required.
• Develops and manages detailed project schedules and budgets and facilitates effective project status meetings.
• Communicates to all stakeholders with a professional, customer service mindset.
• Delivers consistent, succinct, high quality business presentations, reports, and emails for project status updates.
• Leads engineering support project team consisting of an analyst and a drafter and oversees procurement activities for project equipment and materials.
• Participates in leading continuous improvement of the AECC project management program.
• Ensures project management activities are performed with process rigor and a high standard of quality. Proactively intervenes, monitors recovery plans and implements corrective/preventative actions as may be required.
• The ability to handle stress and work well with others are essential functions of this position.
• Supports team building by developing mutual trust and encouraging respect and cooperation among team members.
• Due to our obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to our customers, the ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance and the ability to work outside your regularly scheduled office hours when necessary is an essential function of the job.
• Maintain awareness of and compliance with applicable laws and regulations from various regulatory entities, internal policies, procedures, and directives. Ensure ongoing monitoring and timely incorporation of any changes to maintain adherence to compliance standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Project Manager I - Bachelor’s Degree in such fields as Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or other technical field. plus 3 years related experience and/or training, including 3 years related project management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Consideration given for a technical field with a Graduate Certificate in Project Management. 

Project Manager II - Bachelor’s Degree in such fields as Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or other technical field. plus 5 years related experience and/or training, including 5 years related project management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Consideration given for a technical field with a Graduate Certificate in Project Management.

Project Manager III - Bachelor’s Degree in such fields as Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or other technical field. plus 7 years related experience and/or training, including 7 years related project management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Consideration given for a technical field with a Graduate Certificate in Project Management.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Commercial Driver’s License.

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or ability to obtain within 1 year or Project Management Certification (PMP) or ability to obtain within 1 year

PREFERRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

Project Management Certification (PMP)

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

 High diversity, low physical. Work activities which allow for considerable amount of diversity as an incumbent performs a variety of tasks. Such tasks might be performed from a given work area, or the individual may move about physically in performing a variety of duties.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear; and frequently required to stand, walk; occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Minimum requirements will vary based on level of Project Manager

Project Manager - Entry Level (No Exp. required)

Project Manager I (PMP & 3+ yrs)

Project Manager II (PMP & 5+ yrs)

Project Manager III (PMP & 7+ yrs)

Sr. Project Manager (PMP & 9+ yrs)

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

Why Join Us?

We invest in our employees with competitive pay, meaningful work, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and future:

100% Company Funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan

401(k) with 3% Dollar-for Dollar Company Match

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

9 Paid holidays

2 Floating holidays

Educational assistance

Paid time off accrual

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Free & confidential Employee Assistance Program 

EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/DISABLED

Should you elect to apply for this position, AECC/AECI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email.

Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other protected category.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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