Project Manager I | Construction Services

Arizona Public Service generates clean, reliable and affordable energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country’s fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.

Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.   Summary

The APS Project Manager I has managerial and technical oversight for the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of assigned business unit projects. Manages multiple projects typically lasting six (6) to eighteen (18) months involving a minimal number of internal stakeholders. Leads teams of five (5) to ten (10) people to accomplish project objectives. Project resources limited to business unit with project budgets typically up to $500,000 and project scopes identified as low complexity as defined within the APS Project Complexity guidelines. May support more senior Project Managers on larger projects. Develops simple execution plans including project plans, budgets and schedule. Tracks and controls project variables. Minimum Requirements

A four-year Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Information Systems or related field from an accredited college or university plus two (2) years job-related project management experience.

In lieu of bachelors degree, combination of college coursework and/or experience as a Project Manager or in positions defining and/or managing project scopes, timelines, budgets and delivery equaling four (4) years.

Solid understanding of Project Management principles and methodology. Basic functional/technical knowledge of the business units line of business. PMP certification.

Major Accountabilities

1) Plans, monitors and manages all aspects of multiple, smaller scale projects including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure in accordance with internal process methodologies. Ensures completion according to project plan (i.e. scope, schedule, budget). May support more senior Project Managers on larger projects.

2) Develops and presents comprehensive project plan to project sponsors and management. Obtains all necessary approvals.

3) Leads or coordinates project planning, resourcing, staffing, progress reporting, people management, and troubleshooting.

4) Monitors performance and recommends schedule changes, cost adjustments or resource additions.

5) Oversees schedules and directs team resources. Ensures that materials, equipment or resources are delivered on time.

6) Ensures project results meet requirements regarding quality, reliability, schedule and cost.

7) Provides timely and accurate information and status updates to project teams, business management, and project sponsors. Export Compliance / EEO Statement

This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political