Manager Construction Support

Arizona Public Service Company; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Public Service seeks a seasoned Manager of Construction Support to lead Survey, Land and Contract Management teams. You will oversee negotiations, planning, permitting, budgeting, scheduling, bidding and contracting to enable successful construction programs.

The role emphasizes safety, quality and customer satisfaction while building a capable team through staffing, coaching and development. Hybrid work arrangements apply.

Qualifications

• Four-year Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university with eight (8) years of relevant experience in operations, construction and/or customer service within the utility or related industry.
• In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, a high school diploma/GED plus 12 years of experience in operations, construction or customer service within the utility or related industry.
• Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory/management role.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic direction, identifies and manages risks and establishes performance metrics aligned with the APS Business Plan.
• Manages strategic partnerships with key suppliers to ensure successful execution of capital projects and appropriate contract crew support for ongoing and emergent operations.
• Oversees departmental operations and maintains project controls to meet financial and risk management objectives.
• Builds and leads a high-performing team through coaching, feedback, recognition, training and development opportunities.
• Directs the development and administration of partnering and construction contracts, including bid preparation and adherence to corporate policies and contract terms.
• Enforces safety programs for both contract and company workers.
• Develops and manages operating budgets, monitors expenditures and implements plans to address variances.
• Leads all project and program activities and support services to ensure technical excellence and compliance with specifications, standards and codes.
• Identifies, assesses and manages project risks in a cost effective and responsible manner.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Financial acumen

Project management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Alternative: High school diploma/GED + 12 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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 Manager of Construction Support provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for teams responsible for Survey, Land, and Contract Management functions. This role supports the successful planning and execution of construction projects and programs by overseeing activities including negotiations, project planning, permitting, procurement, budgeting, scheduling, bidding, and contracting. The Manager ensures support services are delivered efficiently, cost-effectively, and with a strong focus on quality, timeliness, and customer satisfaction. Additionally, this leader is responsible for building and developing a high-performing team through effective staffing, training, coaching, performance management, and employee development.

A four-year Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering or other job-related field from an accredited college or university plus eight (8) years of relevant experience in operations, construction and/or customer service within the utility or a related industry. In lieu of Bachelors degree, high school diploma/GED plus 12 years of experience in operations, construction or customer service within the utility or a related industry. Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory/management role.

Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or qualifications:

• Proven leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across APS and with external stakeholders.
• Strong financial acumen and decision-making capabilities.
• Adaptability to changing environments and shifting priorities across diverse projects.
• Expertise in project management and process improvement. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet-based tools.

Major Accountabilities

1. Provides strategic direction, identifies and manages risks and establishes performance metrics aligned with the APS Business Plan.
2. Manages strategic partnerships with key suppliers to ensure successful execution of capital projects and appropriate contract crew support for ongoing and emergent operations.
3. Oversees departmental operations and maintains project controls to meet financial and risk management objectives.
4. Builds and leads a high-performing team through coaching, feedback, recognition, training and development opportunities.
5. Directs the development and administration of partnering and construction contracts, including bid preparation and adherence to corporate policies and contract terms.
6. Enforces safety programs for both contract and company workers.
7. Develops and manages operating budgets, monitors expenditures and implements plans to address variances.
8. Leads all project and program activities and support services to ensure technical excellence and compliance with specifications, standards and codes.
9. Identifies, assesses and manages project risks in a cost effective and responsible manner.

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 Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.
Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.

Hybrid: Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person).

In order for employees to build strong relationships and to promote meaningful in-person interactions, hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location.

*Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).

*Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.

*Role types are subject to change based on business need.

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