Energy Project Manager Iii

Job Type: Business Operations

Pay Range $113,824 to $133,909

Location Colorado Springs, CO

Date First Posted 12/3/24

Applications are being accepted through: 12/17/24

• If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 5 days of being posted.

Energy Project Manager III

This job is eligible for relocation assistance to aid with the costs of relocating to the Colorado Springs area.

Join us as we plan for the future of energy resources...

Colorado Springs Utilities cultivates a work culture of innovation, collaboration, and synergy. Our employees know they make a difference daily by providing critical services to the public while living and working in a city consistently rated as one of the top in the United States. We utilize today’s talent to build a better tomorrow. Be a part of history by creating energy solutions for a reliable and cleaner tomorrow!

We are seeking an Energy Project Manager to support our vision of the energy future in the Energy Resource Planning and Innovation department. We are planning for the energy transition by adding 1,500 megawatts of new generation by 2030, piloting technologies and systems to connect and modernize our grid, and helping our customers participate and benefit from new renewable resources. We are also preparing to transition into the Southwest Power Pool Regional Transmission Organization to benefit from its wholesale electricity market, resource adequacy program, and other regionalized services. This will support our renewable energy goals, improve system reliability, and provide new opportunities to buy, sell, and trade power. You will be part of supporting this transition and further development and implementation of our Sustainable Energy Plan.

How you’ll make an impact…

Manage, monitor, and report on project progress, track milestones, and ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with technical experts and internal and external stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, milestones, resource requirements, and deliverables
Lead and collaborate with the project team to estimate total project cost, develop project and program budgets, and form cost control measures to keep the project within budget limits
Develop and implement comprehensive project plans aligned with organizational strategic goals that address project objectives, scope requirements, risks timeline, costs, and deliverables
Lead cross-functional project teams and coordinate/manage project resources, including team members across departments, contractors, and materials
Lead the development of the Statement of Work and sourcing of external resources, manages contract solicitations, including documentation creation, pre-bid meetings, addendums, and contract awards
Lead project team and stakeholder communications
Conduct project and program performance reviews and report on progress
Resolve issues, conflicts, and risks that impact projects
Develop, plan, coordinate, and manage complex and technical energy management programs which may include pricing, trade ally coordination, marketing and communication, account management and customer service section coordination, budget development, financial forecasting, and establishing and achieving energy goals
Develop and manage community partnerships and demonstration projects that promote energy management
Provide counsel to the leadership team on energy management strategies and best practices to assist in long-term planning and development of Integrated Resource Plans
Conduct cost-benefit analysis for energy management and innovative energy projects and programs
Develop and recommend new energy management and innovation programs and projects by researching technology advancements, industry trends, and best practices

Who You Are…

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Project Management, Engineering, Accounting, or a closely related field
Five to seven years of progressive experience within the energy industry is highly valued
The ability to perform complex analysis, planning, and technical writing functions is required
Experience working with SPP policies and processes is desired
A sound understanding of the principles of electricity generation, transmission, distribution, and energy management is preferred
The ability to continuously grow knowledge and abilities through the future energy transition is highly valued
Must be a strong team player who recognizes how their decisions may impact others and seeks input from other stakeholders across the organization and industry

Who We Are... Colorado Springs Utilities is a four-service municipal utility with a 100-year reputation for providing reliable water, wastewater, gas, and electric services to the Pikes Peak Region. Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is recognized for providing the perfect blend of mountain and city living. Our company promotes a work culture dedicated to innovation and collaboration, encouraging our employees to provide safe, reliable, and competitively priced energy for the generations to come.

Why should you apply? We are leading the energy transition for our community and working with other utilities, advocacy groups, and regulators to help shape the energy future in our region. We are undertaking the largest infrastructure expansion in our electric service history, expanding into regional markets, and integrating utility and customer-owned renewables. Our planning team is creating a vision for an unknown future. As a key member of this team, you can influence the direction of this future and work with a dedicated team of highly skilled technical professionals who are passionate in their service to our community.

What will it take to be successful in this position? The ideal candidate will exercise their expertise in preparing Utilities to successfully navigate the energy transition while advocating for innovation projects, integrated system planning, and continuous improvement.

Our Commitment to Our Employees:

Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We do not just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.

Time Off – Because everybody needs time off to recharge
Vacation – New employees accrue 13 days of paid time off to start, while our more tenured employees accrue 24 days per year
Personal Leave –3 days per year of personal leave
Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
Sick Leave – Accrue 12 days of sick leave annually for those days when you or a family member is feeling under the weather
Vacation Buy – Purchase up to 40 hours of additional vacation time
Pension Plan – Looking forward to a comfortable lifestyle once you’re done working? The Colorado Public Employees’ Retirement Association (PERA) provides you with retirement benefits and peace of mind when you retire
Medical – Select from three comprehensive medical plans, starting at $0 per month. Employees also enjoy access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA). (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)
Wellness Program – Voluntary wellness program that allows you and your spouse to each earn up to $500 to use towards healthcare expenses, $100 in Visa gift cards, and up to $400 in gym membership reimbursements
Dental – Select from two dental plans, with in-network PPO preventive care covered at 100% and access to orthodontia coverage (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)
Vision – Voluntary plan that covers full vision care services and discounts on LASIK eye surgery (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)
Retirement Saving Programs – Supplement your pension plan with voluntary retirement programs such as the PERAPlus 401(k) and MissionSquare’s Roth IRA and 457 plans
Disability Coverage – Short-Term (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance available for purchase (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Makes the going a little easier by aiding with mental health, stress management, work-life balance, financial and legal matters, and much more
Long-Term Care Insurance (LTC) – Whether it's due to an accident or a serious illness, LTC insurance is available for purchase to help you and your loved ones (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)
Life Insurance – Company-paid life insurance and supplemental coverage available (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)
Tuition Reimbursement – Employees are eligible to receive up to $5,250 annually for Tuition Reimbursement
Qualifying Public Service Employer – Payments made towards student loans may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

ATTENTION :

All positions will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days.
Starting pay will be determined within the posted pay range based on the experience, education, and training of the successful candidate; if there is a single pay rate posted, the job starts at that rate.
Colorado Springs Utilities does not sponsor work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B, or TN visas with a STEM OPT extension). Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Colorado Springs Utilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Our differences make us richer. Learning and growing from one another makes us more than what we were. We want our workforce to be as diverse as our business and recognize the limitless benefits of this commitment. Our desire is to have the organization reflect the diversity of the Pikes Peak Region. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, it is our commitment that no person shall be unlawfully discriminated against because of race, color, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, religious convictions, veteran status, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Affirmative Action is Colorado Springs Utilities’ effort to ensure positive steps are taken to have a representative workforce reflective of the relevant available labor force.

For more information regarding applicant rights, visit https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

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Job Type: Business Operations