Project Manager Specialist

Og&e; Oklahoma City, Northern (OK, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

OG&E Energy Corp. is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead complex design and construction initiatives across multiple disciplines.

You will develop schedules, manage budgets, and coordinate with engineering, planning, and operations teams to ensure on‑time, on‑budget delivery. The role requires extensive experience in project management within the utility sector, with demonstrated ability to drive cross‑functional collaboration and adherence to SOPs, while delivering results for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business, or Construction Management with 6 years related experience (Project Management, Engineering, Construction, or Utility Operations).
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business, or Construction Management with 5 years Project Management experience (initiation, planning, monitor and control, executing, and closing of a project).
• Associate's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business, or Construction Management with 9 years related experience (Project Management, Engineering, Construction, or Utility Operations).
• High School Diploma/GED and 12 years related experience (Project Management, Engineering, Construction, or Utility Operations).
• 1 year of experience leading projects.

Responsibilities

• Develops timetables and priorities for execution of all design and construction activities of the project.
• Develops project management plans that include project scope verification, project schedules, timelines, milestones, budget estimates, cash flows, work breakdown structures, and resource requirements.
• Collaborates with project management, planning, land management, design, construction, operations, resource coordination, and supply chain personnel.
• Directs and coordinates various OG&E and contractor activities to complete projects on time and within budget.
• Projects typically involve 1-3 disciplines or asset types (e.g. distribution, transmission, substation, controls, communication, boiler, turbine, etc.).
• Typically manage projects from $150k to $5M with high complexity and risk (B projects). Higher complexity projects could include quality/reliability issues to a large number of customers, moderate financial risk, some self‑perform/oversight required, some environmental/regulatory permitting, and/or multiple configuration changes.
• Responsible for funding, financial analysis, and reporting status on each project.
• Ensures compliance with AFE policy.
• Responsible for oversight of design, construction, and commissioning of large or complex projects.
• Evaluates need for contract assistance.
• Ensures resource requirements are organized and forecasted to facilitate efficient utilization and capacity planning.
• Ensures complete and timely project closeout including after‑action reviews to achieve continuous improvement.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business, or Construction Management

Associate's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business, or Construction Management

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Responsibilities are varied and complex. May work outside area of assigned duties. Expert in own area of responsibility. Works independently. Resolves complex problems within area of responsibility. Identifies opportunities and innovative solutions. Recommends changes in procedures. Reviews progress and evaluates results. Authority to make decisions related to job responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develops timetables and priorities for execution of all design and construction activities of the project.
• Develops project management plans that include project scope verification, project schedules, timelines, milestones, budget estimates, cash flows, work breakdown structures, and resource requirements.
• Collaborates with project management, planning, land management, design, construction, operations, resource coordination, and supply chain personnel.
• Directs and coordinates various OG&E and contractor activities to complete projects on time and within budget.
• Projects typically involve 1-3 disciplines or asset types (e.g. distribution, transmission, substation, controls, communication, boiler, turbine, etc.). May work on projects with lower complexity and risk as needed.
• Typically manage projects from $150k to $5M with high complexity and risk (B projects). Higher complexity projects could include quality/reliability issues to a large number of customers, moderate financial risk, some self‑perform/oversight required, some environmental/regulatory permitting, and/or multiple configuration changes.
• Responsible for funding, financial analysis, and reporting status on each project.
• Ensures compliance with AFE policy.
• Responsible for oversight of design, construction, and commissioning of large or complex projects.
• Evaluates need for contract assistance.
• Ensures resource requirements are organized and forecasted to facilitate efficient utilization and capacity planning.
• Ensures complete and timely project closeout including after‑action reviews to achieve continuous improvement.
• All other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business, or Construction Management and 6 years related experience (Project Management, Engineering, Construction, or Utility Operations); Or
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business, or Construction Management and 5 years Project Management experience (experience performing initiation, planning, monitor and control, executing, and closing of a project); Or
• Associate's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business, or Construction Management and 9 years related experience (Project Management, Engineering, Construction, or Utility Operations); Or
• High School Diploma/GED and 12 years related experience (Project Management, Engineering, Construction, or Utility Operations);
• 1 year of experience leading projects

Preferred Experience:

• Minimum of six (6) months’ experience supporting or managing joint‑use projects

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Required to travel to Company offices and work sites including overnight trips.
• Required to work non‑standard (evenings & weekend) hours to accommodate customers and extensive hours to meet deadlines.
• Outdoor work environment requiring ability to traverse rough terrain, be exposed to inclement weather, and wear PPE.
• Office environment including computer work.

SPECIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Member is required to drive in order to perform their job duties. Member is assigned a company vehicle and/or member must drive a company and/or personal vehicle to complete company business at least 50% of time.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust and adapt across varied working conditions and evolving business needs.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions and exercise good judgment based on customer interaction and Company policy.
• Ability to analyze and organize data into information, make a series of alternatives, and develop a recommendation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of OG&E electrical system (generation, transmission, substation, distribution) including design, construction, maintenance, and operations.
• Demonstrated excellent problem solving and decision making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects under sometimes stressful and heavy workloads.
• Demonstrated computer skills with ability to use application software including SAP, CCS, CRTS, ArcFM, and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to oversee, plan, coordinate, track, and complete large, complex projects as well as multiple smaller projects meeting desired project outcomes within specified time and budget constraints.
• Demonstrated desire to meet and exceed customer expectations.
• Demonstrated organizational, prioritization, and time management skills with ability to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to apply Project Management Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).
• Demonstrated leadership skills including ability to influence others and achieve measurable results.
• Demonstrated IIF (Incident and Injury Free) leadership.
• Demonstrated strong verbal, written, and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and professionally with customers, team members, and leaders.

HEALTH AND SAFETY (MEDICAL/DOT REQUIREMENTS)

• This position is classified as a Safety‑Sensitive Job under state law. Individuals in this position are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.’s Drug Testing Plan.