Chelan County PUD is located in the geographical center of Washington State at the confluence of the Columbia and Wenatchee rivers. A public power leader, the complex and progressive nature of PUD operations offer a unique mix of challenges and opportunities.

We rely on the mighty Columbia River for much of our hydropower generation and we're proud to take a leadership role in environmental stewardship as related to this great river system. Each year we dedicate millions of dollars and thousands of work hours to protect and enhance fish, wildlife and plant ecosystems. As part of hydropower operations, we've also built 14 parks that serve more than 3 million visitors each year.

Rated by Forbes in 2017 and 2019 as one of the top 25 places to retire, Wenatchee is a recreational paradise with an abundance of adventure. The natural scenic beauty of the Wenatchee Valley provides a vivid backdrop to its thriving economy, where the quality of life is high and the climate is moderate with four distinct seasons, including more than 200 days of sunshine!

We are a small town to some and big city to others. We invest in our children and believe that education is the key to our future success.

We live a life of abundant choices and enjoy water sports on the Wenatchee and Columbia rivers, hiking, biking, rock climbing and unlimited golfing. Downhill and cross-country skiing are just minutes away. The area is also known for producing quality wines.

Consider Chelan PUD as a career choice today! The community is waiting for you.

Chelan PUD is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce. M/F/Vet/Disabled

Applicants are required to submit a combined cover letter and resume in one PDF document. Your cover letter must discuss how your education and experience has prepared you to work in the role of Project Manager to lead teams to develop, design, construct and maintain hatchery projects.. Incomplete materials will not be considered.

This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED and applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. The first review date for application materials is scheduled for March 6.

Interested parties are also invited to contact Human Resources at joblist@chelanpud.org to discuss the position.

Project Manager: The starting salary range for this position is $92,160 - $115,200 (based on qualifications). With tenure and strong performance in this role an employee may earn up to a maximum of $138,240, annualized.

Project Manager Senior: The starting salary range for this position is $103,280 - $129,100 (based on qualifications). With tenure and strong performance in this role an employee may earn up to a maximum of $154,920, annualized.

Introductory Period: New employees holding regular positions must complete an introductory period of twelve months.

In addition to competitive wages Chelan PUD employees also enjoy outstanding benefits which include zero cost employer funded medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits, access to the employee assistance program, a VEBA health reimbursement account, and long-term care.

Washington state retirement PERS participation and optional 457 plan participation with an employer matching 401(a) plan.

Leave, life & disability benefits including paid leave starting at 21 days per calendar year up to 35 with tenure, 11 paid holidays per calendar year, paid jury duty, short-term disability & long-term disability, and basic life, AD&D, and optional voluntary life.

The work life benefits include optional flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care, educational assistance, various rewards and recognition programs and position specific stipends.

For more explanation of the district benefits please visit our benefits website www.mychelanpudbenefits.org.

The position will be filled at the Project Manager or Project Manager, Senior level, contingent upon the selected candidate's experience.

JOB FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the job satisfactorily.

% of Time Job Functions

Low to moderately complex projects generally have some or all of the following characteristics:

• Low risk to the District
• Small scale
• Impact up to 10 stakeholders
• Involve a project team of 10 or less team members
• Projects with a budget generally under $5M

• Project Execution Project Manager Senior: Complete development and implement projects of typically medium complexity and single or multiple year duration according to the project goals and objectives. Establish the basis for performance measurement and control project work scope by measuring progress in accordance with project plans and objectives.
• Medium complexity projects generally have some or all of the following characteristics:
• Some risk to the District;
• Technical complexity
• Impact more than 10 stakeholders
• Involve a project team larger than 10 team members
• May impact multiple business units
• Budgets typically greater than $5M.
• Require management of vendor(s) and consultant(s)
• Change management responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS: The qualifications listed below are representative of those required, but reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Project Manager and Project Manager Senior Post-Secondary Education: Bachelor's degree (B.S., B.A.) in Construction Management; Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering; Network Engineering, or a related field, from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Project Manager: Incumbents are required to obtain and maintain PMP certification from the Project Management Institute within 24 months of entry into the role.

Project Manager Senior: Incumbents are required to obtain and maintain PMP certification from the Project Management Institute within 12 months of entry into the role.

Project Manager Experience: Typically requires a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing construction or major maintenance project management. Candidates with experience managing multiple projects in the following areas are preferred:

• Power plant rehabilitation or major maintenance
• Major building construction
• Utility transmission or distribution system construction
• Telecommunication system cabling infrastructure, or similar

Preference will be given to candidates with experience best aligned with the types of projects to be managed.

Project Manager Senior Experience: Requires a minimum of seven (7) years’ experience performing construction or major maintenance project management. Typical experience level is 10+ years.

Candidates with experience managing multiple projects in the following areas are preferred:

• Power plant rehabilitation or major maintenance
• Major building construction
• Utility transmission or distribution system construction
• Telecommunication system cabling infrastructure, or similar

Preference will be given to candidates with experience best aligned with the types of projects to be managed.

Specific KSA's: A fully skilled incumbent will have the following specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of project management processes and tools
• Basic knowledge of the systems or projects assigned, such as:
  • Power Plant facility and generators
  • Telecom Cabling/Infrastructure
  • Utility transmission or distribution systems
  • Major Building construction
• Basic knowledge of related building construction standards and codes

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated experience in initiating, planning, executing, and closing out concurrent projects
• Ability to develop business cases, project plans, scheduling, estimating, and contract administration
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Able to negotiate with District personnel and contractors and participate in negotiations with external regulatory agencies and stakeholders.
• Excellent writing skills
• Effective speaking and presentation skills
• Ability to prepare and administer basic procurement documents

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, basic calculus, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Complexity:Prioritizes and performs a broad range of moderately complex technical or professional work. Solves day-to-day problems using established policies, regulations, or work rules.

Decision Making: Works independently, under limited supervision. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Trains and mentor’s others. May act as a team leader. Advises management on best work methods, processes and/or application of policy. Receives guidance in complex situations.

Computers & Equipment: A fully skilled incumbent will have the ability to utilize the following software, hardware, or equipment: To perform this job successfully, an individual is required to have basic knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint and PeopleSoft Financials. Is also required to have intermediate knowledge of Maximo Asset Management; Microsoft Excel, Project, and Word; Primavera; and General Office Equipment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; perform repetitive hand or arm motion; and talk, hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or twist torso; pull, push, or exert force; carry or lift unassisted up to 25 pounds; and lift up to 10 pounds above shoulder. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving electrically energized components; fumes or airborne particles; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

A valid driver's license is required for this position (verified upon hire). A valid Washington State driver's license is required within 30 days of employment.

Pursuant to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards, Chelan County Public Utility District #1 conducts background screening of personnel who have access to the District's critical physical and/or cyber assets.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. This should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled). We value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected classifications as defined by law.

EEO Law Posters can be found on the main Careers page in English and Spanish.

Chelan PUD will not be offering any work visa sponsorship for this role.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)