Senior Manager Power System Engineering & Construction

Location:

Gilbert, AZ, US

Date: Nov 21, 2024

**Requisition ID** : 18073

**Join us in building a better future for Arizona!**

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 metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.

**Why Work at SRP**

At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.

SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

+ Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)

+ 401(k) plan with employer matching

+ Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance

+ Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes 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 both undergraduate and graduate programs

+ 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

**Summary**

Responsible for managing and directing technical managers, engineers, technicians, and business critical subject matter-experts in assignments involving the planning, design, construction, operations, and maintenance of technical new resource major projects valued up to $900 million. These technical major projects include direct management of planning, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, testing and startup of new power plants and existing power plants including all types of generation (i.e. fossil, hydro, solar, wind, nuclear, etc.).

**What You'll Do**

+ Develop objectives per SRP executive management direction for major projects in Power Generation. Outline detailed work plans and management controls for technical major projects valued at between $75 million and $900 million. These technical major projects include management of planning, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, testing and startup of new resources (including installation of new generating units at brownfield sites, greenfield sites, or existing power generation facilities).

+ Manage, train, and develop professional and technical managers, engineers, and business critical subject-matter experts in the planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of assigned new resource major projects.

+ Direct and coordinate project activities across multiple departments and companies, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

+ Communicate effectively with key stakeholders, team members, and subcontractors to convey project goals, timelines, and expectations. Anticipate and address the future needs of power plant staff who will be operating and maintaining the new resources developed.

+ Develop long and short-term plans for departmental budgets, capital expenditures, and O&M budgets. Create manpower requirements and schedules, utilizing tools such as Gantt charts, to effectively manage assigned major technical projects within budgetary constraints.

+ Employ productivity improvements by establishing, monitoring, and implementing productivity indicators, and recommending process changes as necessary.

+ Conduct strategic risk management assessments and identify potential risks associated with construction projects. Implement strategies to mitigate risks effectively.

+ Lead recruitment and interviewing processes. Be accountable for the performance and results of multiple related teams, including engineering, contract administration, procurement, legal, construction, and commissioning teams.

+ Manage procurement, negotiation and award of major consultant, equipment, and construction contracts with direct recommendation responsibility on multi-million-dollar value decisions.

+ Oversee project budgets, reporting budget variances, and developing strategies to mitigate unforeseen costs.

+ Direct engineering managers, engineers, and technicians in performing value engineering analysis.

+ Act as a key participant in consultations with local governmental agencies on work-related matters.

+ Evaluate and recommend innovative improvements to SRP’s Generation Fleet.

+ Represent SRP management to outside agencies impacted by project assignments and activities.

+ Manage consultant and contractor activities, serving as a focal point of contact with external entities.

+ Develop, implement, and maintain management administrative standards and criteria to ensure consistent project performance within SRP.

+ Implement quality control measures to ensure that construction meets industry standards and specifications.

+ Address unexpected issues that may arise during construction through effective problem-solving.

+ Prioritize and maintain a strong focus on health and safety standards throughout the construction process.

+ Oversee permitting and approval processes to ensure compliance with regulations.

**What It Takes To Succeed**

+ Ability to effectively navigate the complexities of power plant construction projects and contribute to their successful completion.

+ Experience managing large scale construction projects (Power Plant experience preferred)

+ Understanding of the commissioning and start-up phases of power plants to ensure a smooth transition from construction to operation.

+ Knowledge of the permitting process and experience in obtaining necessary approvals from regulatory authorities.

+ Strong relationship management skills

+ Effective time management skills

+ Ability to solve complex problems.

+ Experience managing large budgets.

**Experience**

Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in a related field.

Engineering degree preferred.

**Education**

Completion of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution that prepares the employee for the assignment.

**Hybrid Workplace**

SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona. We are taking steps to protect the health and well-being of all team members, and by following a number of health and safety protocols, to reduce the risk of the coronavirus (COVID-19).

**Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement**

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.

**Equal Opportunity Employer Statement**

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 federal, state or local law.

**Work Authorization**

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.

**Nearest Major Market:** Phoenix