Engineering\\Operations Project Manager

Pacific Power; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 77,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

401k with match

Life insurance

Tuition Assistance

Mass Transit Pass

Pet insurance

Job summary

PacifiCorp is seeking a capable Project Manager to oversee the engineering design of large power transmission and distribution capital projects, from initiation to close-out.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams, managing schedules, costs, and risks, and coordinating with procurement and vendors to ensure on-time delivery within governance guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent.
• Experience in project cost, schedule, scope controls, forecasting and reporting.
• Ability to analyze information and provide meaningful solutions.
• Proficient with technical applications, software, and tools.
• Ability to motivate and influence others and lead teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and management of multiple large-scale capital projects.
• Develop scopes of work and requests for proposals for external contracts.
• Manage project schedules, cost, scope, and risk; provide progress reports.
• Coordinate with procurement to secure materials and services.
• Negotiate with vendors/contractors to ensure on-time delivery and scope adherence.
• Interface with department managers to obtain approvals and manage risk.

Skills

Project management

Cost control

Scheduling

Forecasting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

SAP

Job description

PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion.

Date: Oct 29, 2026

Location: SALT LAKE CITY, UT, US, 84116

General Purpose

With minimal direction from a department manager, this position oversees and manages the engineering design of large power transmission and distribution capital projects that require considerable resources and a high level of functional integration. The role is responsible for all aspects of the project design, including initiation, planning, execution, control, and close-out.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be accountable for all project management responsibilities in the delivery of multiple high-risk large-scale capital projects. Responsibilities include but are not limited to design, financial, permitting, assembling and managing multifunctional matrixed project teams across business platforms. Responsibilities also include coordinating team efforts, assigning tasks, developing detailed project plans, project schedules and ensuring timelines are met.

• Manage the planning and design of multiple large-scale capital projects (e.g. modifications/additions to facilities and infrastructure) under minimal supervision.
• Deliver assigned projects within approved scope, budget, schedule, and within company governance.
• Develop scopes of work and requests for proposals for external contracts as necessary.
• Manage the planning, design, and construction of small and large scale capital projects (e.g., modifications/additions to facilities and infrastructure) under direct supervision.
• Develop and manage project schedules and issue regular progress reports.
• Establish, track, and control project cost, scope, schedule, and risk.
• Provide quality reporting, cost forecasting, schedule/float management, and change control.
• Participate in negotiations with vendors and contractors regarding work scope changes and ensure that all contract commitments are completed on time per applicable specifications.
• Plan, schedule, and execute all phases of projects in accordance with project management processes, policies, guidelines, and corporate governance.
• Develop and execute public involvement plan during the project permitting phase.
• Establish responsibility for and manage the physical construction.
• Coordinate with procurement to solicit external materials and services as required for project deliverables.
• Manage the bid process and contracts for external engineering and construction services.
• Negotiate with vendors and contractors regarding work scope changes and ensure that all contract commitments are completed on time per the scope of work and technical specifications.
• Manage construction management team activities in conjunction with field operations.
• Interface with department manager to gain necessary approvals and manage risk.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Related professional experience.
• Experience or formal education in project cost, schedule, scope controls, forecasting and reporting.
• Ability to analyze information, form conclusions and provide meaningful solutions.
• Proficient with the use of technical applications, software, and tools.
• Ability to motivate and influence others including skills and experience in team building.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Engineer/Operations Project Manager II (Experience Requirements)

• A minimum of two years directly related professional experience.

Engineer/Operations Project Manager III (Experience Requirements)

• Three or more years directly related professional experience.
• Experience in project scheduling, cost controls, tracking and reporting methodologies.
• Knowledge of financial principles to quantify costs and benefits of projects and to track and maintain project budgets.

Sr. Engineer/Operations Project Manager (Experience Requirements)

• Five years related professional experience.
• Proficient in project scheduling, cost controls, tracking and reporting methodologies.
• Knowledge of financial principles to quantify costs and benefits of projects and to track and maintain project budgets.

Preferences

• Three years related professional experience.
• Certified Associate in Project Management Credential from Project Management Institute.
• Experience as an engineer or other technical project support.
• Working knowledge of SAP in cost tracking and forecasting.
• Experience in electric utility design and/or construction.
• Knowledge of the company’s business, policies, procedures and practices.

Benefits

At PacifiCorp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about your physical health - your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle.

Our Benefits Include

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, PacifiCorp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute.
• Life insurance.
• Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.

Work Life Balance

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union).
• Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave (non-union employees).
• Paid Bereavement Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Days.
• Personnel Subarea: Exempt.
• Hiring Range: $77,200-$161,370.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.

At PacifiCorp, we encourage everyone to work together. We embrace diversity and value the distinct perspectives of all our employees. We strive to cultivate a workplace that connects each employee to the organization and enables all individuals to participate and contribute to their full potential.

It is PacifiCorp's policy to provide and promote equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants in accordance with local, state and federal laws and regulations governing personnel activities. In accordance with federal guidelines, PacifiCorp is committed to a program of affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

For more information, please visit: https://careers.pacificorp.com/content/New-Benefits-Page/?locale=en_US