Design Project Manager - Joint Use Construction

Portland General Electric; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland General Electric is seeking a Design Project Manager for Joint Use Construction to lead transmission and distribution projects from first contact to final closing. You will prepare cost estimates, inspect poles for NESC compliance, and collaborate with communications companies to find practical solutions.

The role emphasizes managing multiple projects, applying design standards, and ensuring safe, reliable, constructible transmission systems in a dynamic utility environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology, CAD or related field.
• Typically one or more years in utility operations or a related field.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a history of safe driving practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects and prepare cost estimates for licensees using current estimating resources.
• Inspect PGE poles and ensure compliance with NESC and pole clearances.
• Run Pole Loading Analysis (PLA) on poles in the field to meet standards.
• Create design and non-design work orders to modify poles to pass PLA/NESC/PGE standards.
• Collaborate with communication companies to develop innovative resolutions that satisfy both parties' needs.

Skills

Project management

Pole loading analysis

NESC compliance

Cost estimation

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering technologies or related field

Tools

CAD software

GIS

Job description

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.

Design Project Manager – Joint Use Construction Job Function Provides transmission and distribution communication licensee project management expertise with construction designs and customer connections. Serves as primary liaison from first contact to final closing on projects.

In this role you will:

• Prepare complete cost estimates for licensee’s using current estimating resources, including design software, drawings, material lists, design specifications, material specifications, corporate accounting, easements, permits, service / NESC requirements and estimating tool.
• Inspect PGE poles and make sure PGE and Licensees are compliant with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
• Verify Communication companies maintain NESC clearances for new attachments.
• Run Pole Loading Analysis (PLA) on poles in the field to assure they pass PGE standards.
• Create both non-design and design work orders to modify poles as needed to get the pole to pass PLA / meet NESC code / PGE standards.
• Work with communication companies to come up with innovative resolutions to fit both parties’ needs.

Key Job Information

Design Project Manager 6889 Grade 5 Career Level: P1 Entry Professional Performs first-tier professional level assignments that require theoretical knowledge and application of principles and concepts. Typically requires a related college or university degree or the equivalent work experience. (Note: Actual requirements vary by job) Solves recurring problems by applying advanced knowledge. Operate independently but also receive ongoing guidance and direction from others.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management Manages multiple projects.
• Prepare complete cost estimates for licensee’s using current estimating resources, including design software, drawings, material lists, design specifications, material specifications, corporate accounting, easements, permits, service / NESC requirements.
• Inspect PGE poles and make sure PGE and Licensees are compliant with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) Verify Communication companies maintain NESC clearances for new attachments.
• Run Pole Loading Analysis (PLA) on poles in the field to assure they pass our standards.
• Create both non-design and design work orders to modify poles as needed in order to get the pole to pass PLA / meet NESC code / PGE standards.
• Work with communication companies to come up with innovative resolutions to fit both party's needs.
• Responsible for design decisions that reflect a cost-effective, reliable, safe, constructible/maintainable transmission and distribution system.

Project Execution

Accountable for ensuring all steps of the project process are completed, considering timeliness and responsiveness to internal or external customers; effectively prioritizes and balances multiple tasks and projects to meet customer expectations; interprets and coordinates work with other PGE departments to fulfill project requirements; generally, works independently but receives some direct supervision. Fulfills project requirements consistent with company tariff, design standards, NESC requirements and applicable codes.

Customer Care

Serves as the primary point of contact on all assigned projects from first contact to final closing; consults with customers to identify requirements and translates them into design and service connection solutions consistent with tariff, company standards, requirements and applicable codes.

Leadership and Consultation

Responds to questions from stakeholders; may provide information to newer team members.

Education/Experience/Certifications

Must a bachelor’s degree in engineering technology, computer-assisted design or other related field or equivalent experience. Typically one or more years in utility operations or a related field. Must a valid drivers license and a history of safe driving practices.

Competencies

Functional Competencies

• Working knowledge and application of all company standards and tariffs, company policy, applicable codes and local jurisdiction requirements.
• Basic knowledge of common engineering concepts and principles.
• Working knowledge of PGE’s electrical system.
• Working knowledge of transmission and distribution standards and practices.
• Working knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Working skills in using computer design tools, including structural analysis, electric analysis, work management and GIS.
• Working ability to apply engineering and design concepts, PGE and industry standards and governing codes.
• Working ability to use project management concepts and skills in planning and executing projects.
• Working ability to effectively plan, organize, design, coordinate and manage multiple projects with changing timelines at different stages of the connection process.
• Working ability to work collaboratively in a teamwork environment with internal customers.

General Competencies

• Working analytical thinking skills.
• Basic business acumen.
• Basic creativity and innovation skills.
• Working decision-making skills.
• Working focus on customer skills.
• Working interpersonal skills.
• Basic knowledge of the utility industry.
• Working problem-solving skills.
• Working written and oral communication skills.

Physical and Cognitive Demands

Cognitive Level

Intermediate: Consistent use of relevant principles to solve practical problems and to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks. Ability to follow accuracy standards. Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks. Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment. Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress. Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change. Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback. Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement. Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks. Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization. Demonstrates sound memory. Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks.

Schedule/Attendance

Ability to work long hours. Ability to work a variable schedule. Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather. Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance.

Physical Capabilities

• Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory
• Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)
• Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 10 lbs.
• Carrying: Up to 10 lbs.
• Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats)
• Confined spaces
• Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces)
• Stairs (over 10 steps)
• Ladders (over 10 rungs)

Environment

Indoor/Outdoor Office Field

Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future.

Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.

PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting [e-mail] or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.

Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled. October 2, 2026

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