Project Analyst - Oahu

We believe in our people, who share our vision of meeting the needs of our employees, customers, and communities and who carry out the continued success of the company. Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. Applications will be screened based on the information provided; Early applications are highly encouraged. The P PD PROGRAM MANAGEMENT Department of the P INVESTMENT PLANNING & STRATEGY Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 2 Management vacancies available. (Supports Energy Delivery project/program managers with accurate and timely analysis of major project and program performance and progress consistent with approved budgets and milestones. Monitors compliance with all federal/state/local government requirements for each specific project and program. Serves as a key resource for initiating, planning, executing, controlling and closing Energy Delivery major projects and programs. Assists in the establishment of milestones for major projects and programs for achievement of team goals. Project/Program Initiating and Planning: Supports and/or leads team with Energy Delivery major projects/programs initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing responsibilities. Configures and manages project/program information and management systems including development of project/program plans including but not limited to work breakdown structure in SAP, schedule, budget in UI Planner, establishing orders, risk analysis, communication matrix and other work management system interfaces. Company, Regulatory, and External Approvals: Develops and prepares project-related information, reports, analysis, and presentations to assist and support the team in the following areas: 1) obtaining company authorizations for expenditures for engineering, materials, and construction; 2) obtaining PUC approval for project or program work as required; and 4) coordination with regulatory affairs, management accounting & financial services, community relations, government relations, corporate communications, legal, energy delivery and others in obtaining other approvals and/or permits. Project External Relations and Communications: Develops and prepares project-related information, reports, analysis, and presentations to assist and support the team in the following areas working with and through community groups, neighborhood boards, media, other utilities and private companies, government agencies, the city council, the state legislature, and the Public Utilities Commission to disseminate information, address concerns, and resolve related project problems; preparing and providing testimony and presentations at public meetings and regulatory hearings as necessary. Project/Program Controlling: Develops, automates, generates, monitors, and analyzes project cost and progress information and reports to support the team in managing project budgets and schedules and in complying with all project reporting requirements—internally and externally. Monitors and manages UI Planner and SAP updates to ensure timely and accurate project reports and analysis. Tracks status of design, permits, materials, construction, etc. and assists the team in following up with leads to ensure projects are on schedule and within budget. Ensures all project costs are posted promptly and precisely. Project/Program Closing: Assists and supports the team to ensure completion of all contractual and administrative closeouts, including project acceptance/signoffs, drawings and records updates, procurement audits/reconciliation, performance and lessons-learned review, resources and project team release, and accounting closeout of project and associated work orders. Thorough knowledge of personal computers and related software applications such as: Excel spreadsheets, MS Word, SAP, MS Project, Pillar/UI Planner, Power Point, MS Access, etc. Thorough knowledge of matrix project management systems and critical path scheduling using MS Project is highly desirable. Project management principles Earned Value (EV) analysis Utility information systems Land use and rights including associated regulatory, social, and public affairs processes (including neighborhood boards, community groups, government agencies, political leaders, media, etc.) Utility operations and regulation ~ Computer: Advanced expertise with personal computers and/or mainframe systems and related software applications such as project scheduling/management, spreadsheets, databases, word processing, etc. Personal: Advanced ability to plan, prioritize, schedule, and manage time and work to complete tasks and meet deadlines, while handling multiple assignments and remaining flexible and adapting to changing priorities. Professionalism: Intermediate ability to handle difficult, confrontational, sensitive, and/or confidential issues and information with tact, courtesy, discretion, respect, and fairness. Basic ability to develop/maintain strong, positive relationships with Company leadership and management as well as leaders and members of the community and government. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy. Several years (3-5) experience in accounting and forecasting systems and capital project budgets. Several years (3-5) of experience or demonstrated ability with computers, information systems, and software applications including MS Project and Excel. Several years (3-5) of analytical experience or demonstrated ability preferably with data and/or projects. Few years (2-3) of experience utilizing project management techniques. Hiring Range: The hiring range for the Project Analyst [Req ID 10788] position is $79,600.00 to $101,600.00. About Hawaiian Electric Companies Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state's 1.4 million residents. The company is also one of the state's leading employers and a major contributor and supporter of community and educational programs. The demand for power that has fueled the growth of the Hawaiian Islands has been met by Hawaiian Electric Companies for well over a century. And as the next millennium unfolds, the company is committed to providing quality service and seeking clean local energy sources to power generations of Hawaii families and businesses to come. Interested individuals should apply online. The application must clearly indicate the demonstrated experience/knowledge/skills/abilities the candidate possesses which specifically qualifies him/her for the position. By submitting an application for the position, candidates: Authorize the Hawaiian Electric Companies to confirm all statements contained in the application and/or any materials submitted and made a part of the application as they relate to the position and to the extent permitted by law; Authorize and consent to, without reservation, the Hawaiian Electric Companies sharing any and all information regarding previous or present employment, educational training or personal information from their records and from any other source with the hiring department or subsidiary company; Release, discharge, and hold harmless, Hawaiian Electric Companies, from any and all liability for any damage which may be claimed as a result of furnishing such information to the hiring department or subsidiary company; Authorize, direct, and consent to Hawaiian Electric Companies and/or its authorized agents to conduct investigations into candidates' background. record of criminal convictions to the extent permitted by law, education records, professional certifications, personal character references, and employment history. EEO Statement Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Hawaiian Electric Companies complies with all applicable laws, including Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any request for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be communicated by the candidate to the HR Service Center at . The relationship between Hawaiian Electric and unregulated, energy-related affiliate companies is governed by the Affiliate Transaction Requirements (ATRs) established by the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (PUC). 36112, issued on January 24, 2019, in Docket No.