Summary

This position will oversee the division of design and construction projects and will represent Chugach in coordinating with contractors, customers, businesses, utilities, and state and municipal agencies. Additionally, this position is responsible for managing fieldwork, including construction oversight, design modifications, change orders, billing, and project coordination related to the installation, relocation and modification of Chugach’s and other joint-use utility owned facilities.

Essential Functions

1. Review and finalize work and construction packages for bidding or unit price contracting. 

2. Prepare and administer construction contracts, pre-bids and requests for proposals. 

3. Manage and administer primary third party contractors for transmission, distribution and telecommunication requirements that will encompass multiple departments. 

4. Negotiate contract terms such as performance requirements, invoicing, reporting, design discrepancies and changes in conditions.

5. Prepare correspondence for construction of projects including work authorizations, notices, invoices and change orders. 

6. Review project designs, cost estimates, customer correspondence, associated bid packages and schedules for constructability and completeness.

7. Coordinate construction activities with customers and agencies.

8. Oversee construction work for compliance with prepared work packages, design and construction standards, and operational requirements.

9. Manage project closeout activities including reconciliations, final invoicing, certificates of completion and communications.

10. Prepare, monitor and manage project cost controls, project and construction schedules, department budget and capital project activity.

11. Assist in the establishment of construction criteria for distribution, sub-transmission and joint-use facilities.

12. Participate in external committee assignments.

13. Manage survey and data acquisition efforts to ensure data is accurately and reliably gathered, compiled and conveyed to the appropriate audiences.

14. Ensure company survey data is accurately accounted in appropriate data management systems and that it is secure, accessible, and supported.

15. Anticipate construction, inspection and surveying resource requirements and meet time constraints of construction season and system operation.

16. Prepare and administer employee performance reviews. Plan for staffing, training and development of department personnel.

17. Manage work to meet Chugach and departmental goals in a timely, efficient and cost-effective manner while maintaining project schedules and budgets.

18. Support continuous improvement and operational efficiency by identifying areas of opportunity and sharing recommendations with management. 

19. Other duties as assigned.

Relationships

Internal

• Sr. Manager, Distribution Design & Construction: Report to, receive direction, guidance, and decisions from.
• Managers and Leadership: Confer with, give and receive information.
• Other Departments: Coordinate with, provide assistance to and exchange information.

External

• Bargaining Unit Representatives
• Federal, State and Local Agencies: Exchange information and develop relationships relative to assigned duties.
• Communications and other joint-use utilities: Coordinate with, give and receive information.
• Consulting engineering firms: Consult with and exchange information.
• Other Utilities: Coordinate with, give and receive information.
• Vendors and manufacturers: Consult with.
• Member-Owners: Provide assistance to.

Competencies

1. Current knowledge of electric utility system design, operations, construction, and standard procedures and best practices.

2. Working knowledge of Uniform System of Accounts, RUS design and construction requirements, RUS Approved List of Materials, National Electrical Safety Code, OSHA rules and regulations, environmental regulations, construction contracts, materials and practices’ as well as construction and material specifications.

3. Knowledge of common construction practices utilized in Alaska.

4. Knowledge of environmental protection regulations pertaining to construction activities.

5. Ability to supervise and direct department and contract staff in designing all outside plant facilities for the efficient operation of electrical distribution and sub-transmission systems.

6. Proven ability to recognize system needs and assess designs that meet the electrical and mechanical demands, while fulfilling aesthetic, economic, regulatory and environmental requirements. This includes complete design of overhead and underground distribution lines, transformers, regulators, capacitors and sectionalizing banks and other special projects and loads.

7. Proficient in word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation and project management software.

8. Familiarity with the operations and maintenance of survey instrumentation and equipment.

9. Knowledge of CAD design tools and file storage systems, GIS databases, and software tools.

10. Ability to manage cross-functional teams and develop effective working relationships.

11. Effective construction project management skills.

12. Effective customer skills and ability to resolve conflicts.

13. Ability to expedite work while maintaining necessary standards, organize workflow, manage multiple priorities and make prompt decisions.

14. Ability to recognize ongoing system operation needs and align construction packages that meet these constraints.

15. Ability to organize and train an efficient work group.

16. Proven ability to uphold ethical and professional conduct.

17. Effective written and oral communication skills.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has supervisory responsibility for the distribution, survey and locate divisions. 

Work Environment

Work is performed in a standard office environment with some fieldwork required. Some travel to alternate sites will be required for inspection and design review in varying weather conditions. Outside meetings will be necessary. Occasional air travel is required. Attendance at Board of Directors’ meetings and conferences outside of the state may be required.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical or civil engineering, required. Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Alaska, preferred.

Experience

Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience, including supervisory, in electrical distribution design, construction or operations, required. This experience must include design and construction of distribution/transmission substations, high voltage power transmission lines, distribution lines and facilities, underground electrical systems, transformer and capacitor bank installations, and other similar facilities. Experience in a utility or union environment, preferred.

Substitution

Additional professional experience in a similarly complex role or related field (above the 5-year minimum) may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Chugach Electric Association is a member-owned cooperative, headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Anchorage itself sits at the base of the Chugach Mountains. Chugach is pleased to provide reliable, affordable power to more than 92,000 members from Anchorage to the northern Kenai Peninsula, and from Whittier on Prince William Sound to Tyonek on the west side of Cook Inlet. We service over 113,000 locations with 3,782 miles of transmission and distribution lines. We have many services that make it easy to power homes and businesses with Chugach.
 

A little more about us: Chugach has been around for a long time, recently celebrating 75 years! We are a stable company, in a stable industry. And while we may have stability, we are modern, sustainable and forward-thinking to ensure that we provide reliable services for generations to come. We also pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. We have several 20, 30 and 40 + year tenured employees who continue foster an inclusive, innovative corporate environment. Find your spark!

Chugach's corporate vision:
Responsibly developing energy to build a clean, sustainable future for Alaska.

Chugach's corporate mission:
We provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members.

Chugach's corporate values:
Guided by our values of safety, accountability, and sustainability, we are committed to serving our members, the community, and the Chugach team.

Equal Employment Opportunity
It is a policy of Chugach Electric Association, Inc., to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, age, or any other classification protected by applicable, federal, state, or local law.
Chugach is also an affirmative action employer.

Chugach Electric does not sponsor employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application and throughout employment. Employees must be able to provide documentation to Chugach Electric to show their identity and authorization to work.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Premium & Deductible are paid for by Chugach Electric. The plan includes coverage of:

• Medical, RX, Dental & Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Telemedicine

FINANCIAL SECURITY

• 401K Plan
• Defined Benefit (Pension)
• Retirement Investment services
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Chugach Electric
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Flex Spending Account (Health, Limited Use, Dependent Care)

WORK, LIFE & HEALTH

• 20 days vacation for first year of employment
• 10 Paid Holidays + 3 Float Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• MetLife Will Preparation