Senior Project Manager - GCS (Generation Control Systems)

Base Salary: The base salary for this position is dependent upon experience and location. Location: Vancouver, WA. Salary Range: $119,000 to $132,500 DOE. Job Summary The Generation Control Systems Project Manager is a key member of a 24/7 mission‑critical operations team and is responsible for support of Wind Plant control systems for a ~ 6,000MW renewable generation portfolio. The ideal candidate will have extensive working and institutional knowledge and understanding of complex SCADA control systems management of new‑build plants as well as managing improvements in control systems driven by best practices and changing business requirements. Key Responsibilities Manage wind energy SCADA projects during engineering, procurement and construction phases through transition to production, ensuring safety, quality, cost and schedule goals are met. Deliver all project management deliverables including development, scope, schedule, budget and governance. Work with technical and business staff to ensure all project deliverables meet requirements. Demonstrate strong business acumen – understanding business fundamentals and implications of change. Lead projects with multiple resources, successfully delivering SCADA systems for energy generation. Develop, negotiate and manage engineering and construction contracts, defining scope, schedule and cost management requirements clearly. Facilitate effective feedback to internal and external resources to identify efficiencies and improvements in project quality, reliability, costs, schedule or other parameters that enhance the company's strategic initiatives. Be willing to be involved with detailed project delivery work at all levels. Maintain strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ensure all relevant internal controls are followed and recommend new controls as needed. Required Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent combination of education and experience. 5 years’ experience in or around power plant and/or substation SCADA systems (consideration for less experience at lower level). 5+ years’ experience in project management within energy, power, utility or related industries. Solid understanding of software development life cycle, including requirements gathering, facilitation of design sessions, process mapping, configuration, system and policy development, user acceptance testing, training, user support and change management. Proficiency using Microsoft Office; Primavera or MS Project scheduling tools; and SAP cost management software. Experience with formal process engineering/design or process improvement methodology. Ability to qualify to NERC standards, including successful 7‑year background investigation and security review. Preferred Qualifications Some understanding of NERC/CIP standards. 5+ years’ experience managing energy control center applications, projects, systems, and/or operations of energy facilities or equivalent. 3+ years’ experience with systems related to NYISO, MISO, ERCOT, PEAK, WECC, CAISO, PJM, BPA or other system authorities. Experience with complex data center operations and management. Knowledge of electric utility design and operations standards. Competencies Growth & Continuous Improvement Initiative & Change Focused on Results Customer Centric (internal and/or external) Communication Collaboration Leadership (people managers/leaders) Disclaimer & EEO Statement AVANGRID is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. AVANGRID is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, gender, gender identification, gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, age, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other characteristics or conditions protected by law. Employees may be assigned a system emergency role and, in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule or job duties. This applies to employees working in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within the AVANGRID Network and Corporate functions. Employees in Avangrid Power are not covered by this provision. Employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas within the ATCORD Network and Corporate business areas. Additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and evidence retention may apply as communicated by management. Job Posting End Date: August‑28‑2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr AVANGRID POWER, LLC