Project Manager II - Wireless Collocation Substation

Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now. Our New Product Development team is looking for qualified candidates to fill an open Project Manager II – Wireless Collocation Substation position. Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process. Job Description The Project Manager II leads wireless radio and antenna installation projects on utility poles throughout PSE's territory, with a specialized focus on wireless sites located within PSE-owned substations. Working independently and under the guidance of senior staff, this role serves as the central coordinator between multiple internal departments including Substation, Engineering, Real Estate, Environmental, Permitting, System Planning, and Energy Resources and external customers to successfully execute defined project scopes. The position encompasses conducting regular site visits across the territory, overseeing all construction-related activities for wireless projects, drafting and monitoring medium‑complexity contracts, and managing contractor relationships to ensure deliverables meet established timelines and quality standards. Upholds the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE's operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities. Promotes and supports a culture of total safety. Demonstrates commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct. Ensures duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations. This job is considered "safety sensitive" as defined in RCW 49.44.240 and is subject to pre‑employment drug screening that includes screening for the presence of marijuana and marijuana metabolites. Job Responsibilities Coordinates resources, provides oversight and direction to team members. Identifies the scope of an assigned project and decides logical action to meet project requirements and deadlines. Communicates and manages the customer relationship as the primary point of contact. Accurately identifies customer needs, sets reasonable expectations, identifies potential issues and shares alternatives. Facilitates communication between service providers and internal customers, including technical support under direction of a senior project manager. Responds to customer concerns and works with appropriate parties for resolution. Facilitates technical assistance to internal and external customers. Applies general rules, standards and guidelines to specific technical problems. Reports on project and program progress as directed. Gathers, consolidates and analyzes facts in relation to project requirements. Responsible for schedule and budget development, management and forecasting. Supports emergency response work as requested. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and/or work experience. At least four years relevant work experience including managing simple projects. Demonstrated strong written and verbal communications skills and ability to work as part of a team. Basic knowledge and experience in scheduling, estimating, accounting and finance principles. Basic knowledge in project management discipline to effectively arrange resources and manage multiple simple to medium complexity projects in a cross‑functional environment. Customer‑oriented, a positive, team‑oriented and collaborative attitude, flexibility, an understanding of the business issues driving the need for the project, and solid work ethic. Desired Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Project Management or related discipline. Understanding of Substation operations. Experience managing complex construction projects or programs. Strong communication and presentation skills and techniques to bring about agreement between divergent points of view. Ability to write clear, concise and direct narrative and reports. Strong analytical, problem‑solving and conceptual skills for single or multiple technical areas. Negotiating and critical thinking skills. Knowledge of utility methods, techniques and procedures involved in budgeting, procurement and contract administration. Advanced Project Management Training and Project Management or Construction Management Certification from an accredited institution (PMI or College). Benefits The pay range for this position is $82,000.00–$136,300.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals‑based incentive bonuses. PSE offers a suite of benefits to employees, including medical, dental, vision, basic life, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance. Additional voluntary options include supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). For long‑term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan. Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year. Detailed benefit overviews can be found on our Career page – Why Work For Us (). Company Values Families and businesses depend on PSE to provide the energy they need to pursue their dreams. Our steadfast commitment to serving Washington communities with safe, dependable and efficient energy started in 1873. Today we're building the Northwest's energy future through efforts like our award‑winning energy efficiency programs and our leadership in renewable energy. Equal Employment Opportunity Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or presence of a disability that, with or without reasonable accommodation, does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job, or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. Accommodations for Disabilities Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources Staffing department at or 425‑462‑3017. #J-18808-Ljbffr