Project Manager

Company: HAWAIIAN ELECTRIC CO.
Location: Pearl City
Posted on: May 25, 2023

Job Description:

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Company: hawaiianel We recognize our competitive advantage -- our people. 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. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package. Posting End Date: at 11:59PM HST BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION: The -P YJ POWER SUPPLY PROJECT MGMT -Department of the -P POWER SUPPLY ENGINEERING -Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has -1 -Management vacancy available. -(Role: -Professional) JOB FUNCTION: Manages major generation capital projects for Hawaiian Electric Company, Maui Electric Company, and Hawaii Electric Light company from inception through budgeting, regulatory approvals, design, equipment and material procurement construction, and commercial operation. Serves as the focal point for all project matters and is responsible for meeting all project-related objectives. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• As a "matrix" manager, negotiates priorities with, and depends on accomplishing project tasks through project team members, others in the organization, consultants, and outside contractors. Ensures that team members have all resources, information, and direction necessary to successfully complete their assignments. Informs team members of their roles, project information, and obtains their support in meeting project goals.
• Develops strategies to meet project goals. Identifies potential problem areas and initiates redirection of planning, design permitting, purchasing or construction personnel as necessary to maintain project scope, schedule, and budget. Conducts inspections of construction sites as necessary.
• Serves as the focal point for all project matters. Works with and through Company personnel, consultants, community groups, government agencies, the city council, the state legislature, and the PUC to develop and disseminate information, address concerns, and resolve project-related issues.
• Develops and maintains project schedules. Prepares and presents project progress and cost reports as required.
• Works with project team, Rates and Regulatory Affairs Department, Capital Budgets Division, and other groups in preparing PUC applications and in obtaining PUC approvals for commitment of funds and land condemnations. Obtains Company authorizations for expenditures for funds for engineering, materials, and construction.
• Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge Requirements
  • Thorough knowledge of the theories and principles of engineering normally acquired through advanced college level courses or equivalent experience.
  • Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of project engineering, project management and construction associated with electric utility facilities and systems normally acquired through extensive professional engineering experience.
  • Working knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations and procedures as related to specific projects.
  • Working knowledge of personal computers and/or mainframe systems and related software applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, etc. Skills Requirements
    • Demonstrated leadership skills including effective written, oral and listening communication skills and interpersonal skills in order to work effectively with all levels of the company and with outside contractors, consultants, governmental agencies, community groups and customers.
    • Demonstrated in-depth analytical and administrative skills for such tasks as preparing and monitoring project requirements and resolving cost and time constraints, conflicting priorities.
    • Demonstrated presentation and platform skills for effective group presentations.
    • Demonstrated interpersonal skills to handle confrontational, difficult and/or sensitive issues. Ability to handle such issues with professionalism while using tact, courtesy, and discretion.
    • Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver's license. Must meet the standards for required driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Required Driving Positions policy. Experience Requirements
      • Multiple (7 years) of relevant engineering experience including management of major capital projects and a B.S. in engineering, or equivalent.
      • State of Hawaii Professional Engineer License in relevant discipline. Role: -Professional - Number of Vacancies: -1 - Work Schedule: -Monday - Friday Location: -Pearl City -- Oahu Hiring Range: -The hiring range for the -Project Manager -[Req ID -8419] position is $103,500.00 -to $134,400.00. The person selected will be placed according to his/her skills and qualifications. - 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. Visit us at -http://hawaiianelectric.com . 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. Should there be no candidates with this experience, the company may consider applicants without such experience who meet the knowledge/skill requirements. If such a candidate is hired, he or she will initially be placed on a development plan commensurate with his/her education and experience level. Applicant Certification
        By submitting an application for the position, candidates:
        1. 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;
        2. 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;
        3. 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;
        4. Authorizes release and transfer of all personnel records to be maintained by the hiring company in the event of an inter-company transfer; and
        5. Authorize, direct, and consent to Hawaiian Electric Companies and/or its authorized agents to conduct investigations into candidates' background. These investigations may include, but are not limited to searches for information about applicants; 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 employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. We actively seek diversity among our employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex/gender (including gender identity/expression), ancestry/national origin, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws. We further encourage individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. Hawaiian Electric Companies complies with 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 (808) 543-4848. Affiliate Disclaimer
        Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc., Maui Electric Company, and Hawaii Electric Light -("Company") are -Hawaii Public Utilities Commission ("PUC") regulated companies. -The disclosure relating to Affiliate Transaction Requirements that follows is made pursuant to the PUC's Decision and Order No. 35962, issued on December 19, 2018, and subsequently modified by Order No. 36112, issued on January 24, 2019 in Docket No. 2018-0065.
        
        By submitting your application, you understand and acknowledge that, if you are hired by the Company and subsequently transferred, assigned or otherwise employed by an Affiliate, said Affiliate will be required to make a one-time payment to the Company in an amount up to twenty-five percent (25%) of your base annual compensation.
        
        In addition, if you are hired by the Company and subsequently transferred, assigned or otherwise employed by an Affiliate or an Affiliate-Related Entity, for a period of one year, you cannot appear in negotiations or otherwise interact directly with the Company or work on the same matter that you worked on while with the Company. -
        
        Affiliate is defined as "any person or entity that possesses an 'affiliate interest' in a utility as defined by section 269-19.5, Hawaii Revised Statutes ("HRS"), including a utility's parent holding company, except as otherwise provided by HRS section 269-19.5(h)."
        
        Affiliate-Related Entity is defined as "a third party that provides electricity-related services in a regulated utility's service territory that has a material financial, operational, or ownership interest with an unregulated affiliate of the utility and of whom the utility has reasonable knowledge." -
        
        For a current list of all Affiliates and Affiliate-Related Entities, please see:
        https://www.hawaiianelectric.com/about-us/key-performance-metrics/financial/affiliate-transactions
        
        This list may be amended, updated or revised from time to time without notice.

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