Project Manager
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Portland, OR, US
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Category
- Project management
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Demonstrated success applying project management concepts and techniques across small to medium projects
- Superb communication and presentation skills across all levels of the organization
- Demonstrated analytical skills, including problem solving and critical thinking, with attention to detail
- Ability to facilitate meetings and manage difficult conversations with tact and diplomacy
- Ability to gain and maintain credibility at all levels of the organization
- Thorough knowledge of project and program management theories, models, and techniques for [information technology, construction, engineering] projects
- Demonstrated success applying project management concepts and techniques across complex, mission-critical projects/programs with multiple cross-functional dependencies
- Master's degree in business, [technology, engineering, construction] or related field preferred
- PMI or equivalent certification preferred
- 8+ years of progressive project management leadership experience
Full description
Project Manager
Non-Union Position
PMO Engineering Service Delivery; Portland, Oregon (US-OR)
Hybrid schedule available for Oregon & Washington residents.
Regular FT, Exempt
Posting # 5761
About Us:
At NW Natural, we offer more than rewarding career opportunities and a vibrant, inclusive work culture. We invite you to join us in providing safe and reliable utility services and renewable energy to better the lives of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be the leader in service excellence, innovation and environmental stewardship for our customers, while building on our strengths as a trusted energy provider and environmental leader for our industry.
In addition to environmental stewardship, we’re also deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NW Natural. Our DEI Council started 21 years ago, and today we continue to foster a culture where all employees can experience a sense of belonging, shared purpose and possibility.
NOTE:
This hybrid position is based at our headquarters in downtown Portland, Oregon. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of the office or be willing to relocate to the Portland metropolitan area. Employees are required to work onsite Tuesdays through Thursdays each week, with remote work flexibility on Mondays and Fridays, subject to business needs. This schedule supports collaboration, connection, and team engagement while providing flexibility for focused remote work.
Position Summary:
This role works collaboratively with procurement, accounting, finance, engineering, IT&S, facilities and external vendors and partners to successfully deliver projects at NW Natural. This role will serve as a subject matter expert on PMO processes, tools, and deliverables to support other procurement resources operating in a project management capacity. This role will also actively participate in identifying, assessing, and implementing process improvements within the PMO.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Responsible for driving assigned projects throughout all project phases from initiation, through close, in accordance with the PMO's project delivery process and best practices. Build strong relationships with the project team, sponsors, stakeholders, vendors and leadership, escalating any issues thoughtfully and proactively.
- Lead the project intake process within PMO project management tool and obtain all required stakeholder approvals. Work with the project team to establish accurate project goals, scope of work, budget, and schedule.
- Oversee project team and external consultants throughout the project lifecycle and ensure deliverables are completed to NWN's standards of accuracy and quality.