Utilities Power Delivery Project Manager or Senior

Utilities Power Delivery Project Manager 1, 2 or Senior

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Requisition : 19516

SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S., providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater Phoenix area. Founded in 1903, SRP fosters a culture of stewardship and customer service, consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service by J.D. Power and being named one of Arizona’s best employers by Forbes. SRP continually seeks innovative ways to reimagine utility service and provide the critical resources needed for Arizona’s life and economy.

• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance available from day one
• Over 200+ hours of PTO (vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
• Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
• Wellness programs, including access to a recreation and fitness facility
• Short‑ and long‑term disability plans
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate programs
• 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Directly responsible for managing the planning, design, engineering, procurement, and construction of high‑value, high‑visibility, multi‑year utility electrical substation and transmission line projects (ranging from 500 kV to 12 kV). Ensures projects align with SRP’s design, cost, schedule, quality, and safety criteria while establishing standard and specific project procedures and reports. Provides operational oversight of staff support functions and project requirements.

• Lead project management activities for substation and transmission line facilities (500 kV to 12 kV) supporting system improvements, generator and transmission interconnections, and industrial customers.
• Coordinate and prioritize project work plans to meet objectives and milestones, directing a matrix team of internal departments and external contractors.
• Develop study reports, work scopes, bill of materials, constructability plans, RFPs, specifications, and contract documents.
• Communicate project updates to team and management, maintaining accurate records and status reports to highlight risks.
• Administer and coordinate the development, implementation, and maintenance of standard processes and procedures for all stakeholders.
• Establish and monitor project budget and schedule, providing leadership to support schedule and cost performance.
• Manage procurement/award of materials and contracted services, including long‑lead‑time equipment and construction contracts with direct recommendation responsibility.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

• Level 1 (Associate): 0–2 years related experience (or 4–6 years if no degree).
• Level 2 (Journey): 2–4 years related experience (or 6–8 years if no degree).
• Level 3 (Senior): 5 years related experience (or 9 years if no degree).

Preferred:
Bachelor’s degree in a field related to the assignment from an accredited institution.

SRP offers a hybrid model for eligible employees, allowing up to three days of remote work per week. All employees must live and work in Arizona.

SRP is committed to a drug/alcohol‑free work environment. Candidates who are impaired or who fail the drug/alcohol test may be disqualified.

Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. SRP does not sponsor H1B, OPT, or other employment‑related visas.