Project Manager - Energy Engineering

Overview

The Electricity Infrastructure and Buildings Division of PNNL is accelerating the transition to a decarbonized, efficient, resilient, and secure energy system through basic and applied research. We leverage a strong technical foundation in power and energy systems and in advanced data analytics to drive innovation, transform markets, and shape energy policy.

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Responsibilities

The Energy Systems Research Group is looking for a seasoned Project Manager III to support a range of grid modernization research projects. This is a senior project manager position that involves partnering with principal investigators and leading technical research teams to ensure the effective execution of high-profile projects for the Department of Energy. The candidate's project portfolio may span grid communications, grid modeling, and use of advanced analytic tools to enable grid modernization planning. Management of these projects will require technical domain knowledge and ability to oversee research teams and engage effectively with federal sponsors, utilities, regulators, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities of this position may include (but are not limited to):

1. Provide independent management oversight and technical direction for mid-sized to large projects with complexity, risk, and/or strategic impact.
2. Manage changes in strategic direction, scope, schedule, and budget across projects.
3. Effectively coordinate with diverse, cross-functional project teams, as well as line managers, program managers, and other internal stakeholders.
4. Maintain strong relationships with funding sponsor representatives.
5. Interact with other national laboratories, and other external stakeholders on project activities.
6. Promote business development opportunities, including leading proposal development.
7. Maintain comprehensive knowledge and understanding of project management principles and industry best practices.
8. Maintain expertise with PNNL project management systems, tools, and policies, promote process improvement, and provide leadership and direction to project teams.
9. Mentor junior level staff and leverage role as a project manager to facilitate career development of other staff.

The successful candidate will be accountable to the Energy Systems Engineering Group Leader and the Team Leader for general staff performance and development, and operational discipline (e.g., maintaining training qualifications, procedural compliance, safe operations), and will work with project management office directors, and principal investigators to ensure delivery of project work on time and within budget.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS/BA and 9+ years of relevant project management experience -OR-
• MS/MA or higher and 7+ years of relevant project management experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in electrical engineering, systems engineering, or similar technical degree or equivalent experience, that demonstrates strong fundamental understanding of engineering principles in the electric system.
• Experience working on challenges related to grid modernization and renewable energy integration.
• Experience in project leadership and direction of mid-sized, complex projects.
• Experience independently managing U.S. Department of Energy funded projects.
• Experience coordinating with electric power utilities and regulatory bodies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical topics to non-technical audiences.
• Experience leading multi-organization teams and diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in leadership roles, in management of research, technical deliverables, subject matter expertise, personnel, or similar.
• Certification as a Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent, in good standing, is desirable.

About PNNL

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!

At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State-the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab's campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3-hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.

Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity

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If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.

Minimum Salary

USD $134,500.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary

USD $219,500.00/Yr.