Project Manager, Generation Services

Job Title Project Manager, Generation Services Department Generation Engineering Salary Grade G06: $82,463 (Minimum) - $111,325 (Midpoint) - $140,187 (Maximum) Summary Analyzes, and provides technical support to internal and external organizations focusing on Fuels, Water, and Generation regulatory matters. Guides initiatives and/or special projects in support of Generation's long term goals. Preferred Qualifications Engineering & Operation (E&O) experience or project collaboration with other utilities. Familiarity with PowerPlan, Maximo, Copperleaf, or other asset management or accounting software. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Manages monthly budget process for department, projects, and/or services contracts. Analyzes, reviews, tracks and reconciles costs/invoices. Prepares and presents budget reports to appropriate governance bodies and/or leadership. Prepares and adjusts budgets and performs year‑end closing. Prepares and edits scope of work, contract terms, requirements, and professional services agreements. Manages professional services contracts and consultant work agreements. Reviews contracts and invoices to validate transactions prior to settlement. Ensures invoicing is executed by authorized personnel with appropriate disbursement authorization. Summarizes, interprets, and analyzes current and projected pricing for financial modeling use. Prepares and presents contract reports to appropriate governance bodies and/or leadership. Supports the development and negotiation of contract amendments, extensions, and new contracts. Builds business cases, prepares recommendations and presents new project and initiative ideas. Develops and manages scope, budget, and milestones of assigned projects. Assists with garnering approval of final project from appropriate leaders and stakeholders. Executes project and conducts periodic progress and tracking reviews using standard project management methods and tools, such as a Gantt chart. Completes and closes Fuels, Water and/or Generation projects. Provides support for legal and regulatory matters related to Fuels, Water, or Generation as a whole. Prepares and edits testimony and/or interrogatory responses for any legal or regulatory matters related to Fuels, Water or Generation. Collaborates with the Legal and Regulatory groups on any Fuels, Water or Generation related regulatory matters. Coordinates, and manages stakeholder meetings. Issues minutes, and action items from these meetings. Closes on assigned action items. Manages relationships with stakeholders. Documents work processes and standard work instructions. Understands industry best practices and implements into daily work. Performs benchmarking as a method to understand current performance and act upon results. Prepares and presents benchmarking reports to appropriate governance bodies. Assists with developing asset plans and roadmaps. Executes plans and roadmaps to assure the availability of the asset for future use by PNM. Administers current services contracts and leases assuring they are current and in compliance. Assists with mitigating risks of expiration and/or compliance issues of current services contracts and leases. Coordinates with owners, suppliers, and stakeholders responsible for these services contracts and leases to assure future use of the asset. Competencies Ability to understand and apply business, legal, and regulatory concepts to assigned projects. Ability to work on long‑term issues and projects. Ability to manage cost / budget spreadsheets and models. Ability to design, organize, prioritize, and schedule work assignments. Organization and planning skills. Ability to pay attention to detail and maintain accuracy. Strong oral communication, writing, and presentation skills. Effective time management skills with ability to schedule and track several projects at once. Ability to cross train with peers. Ability to think and act independently and proactively. Ability to think creatively and adapt to change. Highly motivated team player with leadership skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies and maintain a positive and productive working relationship. Demonstrated skill and ability with generally accepted project management methodologies and tools. Understanding of the utility industry, regulatory process, and political sensitivities. Working knowledge of word processing, presentation, spreadsheet, and project management software. Minimum Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree in a related field with six to seven years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline. Communication Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to respond effectively when working with data or sensitive inquiries. Ability to speak clearly and listen effectively. Negotiation skills and ability to gain concessions without damaging relationships. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, management, and other employees of the organization. Mathematical Skills Ability to work with the concepts of probability, statistical inference, financial analysis, and fundamentals of plain and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply the concepts of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Computer Skills Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Analysis and Problem‑Solving Ability Ability to identify and resolve problems with minimal supervision. Ability to apply common sense understanding to resolve problems. Maintains a high level of accuracy. Ability to collect data, establish facts, and draw valid and concrete conclusions that can be acted upon. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and/or walk up to 1/3 of the time and sit up to 2/3 of the time. Manual dexterity required. May be exposed to wet or humid conditions (non‑weather). Work near moving mechanical parts, in high and precarious places, and near fumes or airborne particles. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Work Environment Office and field environments. #J-18808-Ljbffr Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM)