Description

Closing Date to Apply: May 26th, 2026

Salary: $115,960.00 - $202,904.00 Annually

Typically, selected candidates are hired at an annual rate between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

Benefits: This link below will provide you with Grant PUD’s benefit that may be available if hired, different employee types are eligible for different benefits.

Grant PUD — Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org)

Grant County PUD will conduct a background check after a contingent offer of employment has been made, if selected for this position.
 
First review of applications will occur on May 19th, 2026; however, applications received after this date may be considered if needed. Applicants meeting minimum qualifications may undergo further evaluation based on preferred qualifications and other job-related criteria. Only the most qualified candidates will be referred for further consideration.

Position Summary

This position is accountable for the implementation of District projects for the utility through overseeing and ensuring the completion of planning, implementation, monitoring, and turnover of project efforts that utilizes the Grant PUD Project Management Framework and project management best practices. Manages project managers, project coordinators, construction managers, construction inspectors, project controls specialists, supervisors, analysts, and other staff as assigned while advancing the Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) Project Management Framework. Provides resources, removes barriers, develops different areas of organization, and clarifies expectations. Provides project oversight in a manner that decreases project delivery risk to produce safe and quality outcomes efficiently. Delivers project results that are aligned with organizational strategy. Serves as the primary contact for project management services and practices for the section of the business represented by their respective department (within and external to the EPMO). Provides briefings to business leadership on project and project portfolio performance.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• The EPMO Manager will manage implementation of assigned projects, collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders, and lead through influence in a complex, matrixed environment. This position is accountable to ensure utilization of the EPMO’s Project Management Framework and industry best practices.
• Supports the continual maturity advancement of the EPMO in various capacities including as an active member of the EPMO management team, leading strategy development of their respective department, representing the EPMO internally and externally as directed, and participates and contributes to the development of project management standards, processes, and tools.
• Leads the growth and development of the staff within their respective EPMO department.
• Directs, mentors, and trains Grant PUD staff and holds staff accountable in the appropriate application of project management standards and processes.
• Accountable for the delivery of major projects through the EPMO (ranging from approximately one to hundreds of millions of dollars)
• Hire, develop, and supervise EPMO staff - Grant PUD employees and contracted resources. Supports, trains, and mentors staff on project management and as appropriate organizational change management and continuous improvement.
• Ensures projects are appropriately planned and project managers are prepared and capable prior to beginning the execution phase of a project and/or the District committing to contracts or similar which create risk situations for the District.
• Oversee and may administer contracts with consultants and contractors.
• Facilitates coordination among a large group of individuals, including managers, supervisors, and staff in many different departments; works cohesively with these individuals to identify, plan, and deliver various projects; provides dependency management across projects and programs; organizes meetings; provides program and project status updates.
• Tracks project performance and acts as a primary liaison between Project Management staff and upper management; provides project budget information to the Utilities’ budgeting team; monitors project related business and operating risks; reduces project risk through common practice and quality assurance.
• Collaborates and coordinates internal and external to the EPMO to provide management and tasking of shared resources, selection of project delivery methods by project, and development of alternative project delivery methods appropriate to a project.
• As appropriate, assist with developing project proposals. Review and approve all project proposals for all assigned EPMO projects within their respective department.
• Maintain skill sets and awareness of best practices for project management.
• Support the portfolio management function to develop and manage their respective program plan/roadmap, ensuring projects within the program are sequenced to address dependencies.
• Work to ensure that process improvement and change management are appropriately addressed for assigned projects.
• Creates a work environment that provides fair and equitable treatment of employees, respect among peers and supervisors, effective communication and collaboration and fosters a positive working atmosphere
• In this position, if needed to operate a GPUD vehicle for business purposes, please refer to the Vehicle/Asset Usage Policy, IS-TA-POL-001.
• Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan, and Grant PUD/IBEW Local 77 Code of Excellence. The incumbent should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations.
• Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies & procedures.
• Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to:
  • Following all safety policies and procedures.
  • Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions.
  • Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor; and
  • Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.
• Accept responsibility for safety of all team members and model safe behaviors by:
  • Clearly defining and completing performance-focused safety activities required of you and your team.
  • Supporting work stoppages by employees when they identify unsafe/hazardous working conditions.
  • Acknowledging compliant safety behaviors and good safety performance from members of your team(s).

Required Qualifications (Education, Experience, Licenses & Certifications):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management, Engineering, Science, Construction Management, Business, Communications, Organizational Development, or related field OR 2 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Seven (7) years project management experience which includes two (2) years of people leading experience or leading cross-functional projects/teams.
• Possess the following certifications:Project Management Professional (PMP) at time of hire or within 18 months of hire
  --AND--
• Prosci Change Management certification at time of hire or within 12 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications (Education, Experience, Licenses & Certifications):

• Two (2) years of supervisory and/or department management experience
• Agile Project Management certification
• Certified Associate Project Management Certification (CAPM)
• Prosci Change Management Certification

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously, while leading EPMO staff to meet financial targets, project delivery commitments, compliance requirements, and risk management expectations.
• Ability to envision, develop, and implement an effective EPMO function and educate internal and external stakeholders on District project and program management processes.
• Knowledge of project management principles, organizational and departmental policies and procedures, applicable federal and state guidelines, and general financial analysis.
• Skill in managing large, multi-million-dollar capital programs and operational units with diverse responsibilities, including employees and contracted resources.
• Strong leadership, communication, facilitation, and conflict-resolution skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and engage a wide range of stakeholders.

Physical Requirements

• Position may be eligible for hybrid work arrangement: Yes No
• Majority of work is performed in a standard office setting.
• Some field work that may require operation of a vehicle.
• Typical shift of employees in this position: 8 hours 9 hours 10 hours 12 hours
  *For a full list of requirements, the applicant/incumbent should refer to the Physical Capacity Evaluation (PCE).

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas