Summary

At APS, we're driving projects that power Arizona's future. As a Project Manager for Generation Projects, you'll lead initiatives that ensure safe, reliable, and affordable energy for our customers. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on leadership, managing complex, multi-departmental projects that shape the company's operational success.

You are responsible for:

• Lead and Manage Projects: Oversee all phases of generation-related projects-from initiation through closure-ensuring alignment with APS's mission.
• Drive Execution Plans: Develop and implement comprehensive project plans that deliver on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with internal departments and external stakeholders to coordinate resources and resolve challenges.
• Monitor Performance: Track progress, manage risks, and communicate updates to senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Manage Budgets and Resources: Oversee project budgets ranging from $500,000 to $25,000,000 and allocate resources across one to two business units

Who we're looking for

• Experienced Leader: Proven ability to manage multiple projects lasting six months to two years or more, with teams of 5-10+ members.
• Technical and Strategic Expertise: Skilled in project management methodologies, budgeting, and resource planning for medium to high-complexity projects.
• Strong Communicator: Comfortable presenting updates to mid-level and senior executives, fostering transparency and collaboration.
• Problem Solver: Adept at identifying risks and implementing solutions in dynamic environments.
• Collaborative Professional: Ability to work across departments and with external partners to achieve shared goals.

Minimum Requirements

Project Manager II

• A four-year Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Information Systems or related field from an accredited college or university
• Plus five (5) years job-related project management experience.
• In lieu ofbachelors degree, combination of college coursework and/or experience as a Project Manager or in positions defining and/or managing project scopes, timelines, budgets and delivery equaling nine (9) years.
• Experience managing multiple small-to-medium size projects simultaneously.

Project Manager III

• A four- year Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Information Systems or related field from an accredited college or university
• Plus eight (8) years job-related project management experience.
• In lieu ofbachelors degree, combination of college coursework and/or experience as a Project Manager or in positions defining and/or managing project scopes, timelines, budgets and delivery equaling 12 years.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (any exception requires Project Management peer group approval and the employee must acquire PMP certification within 12 months of hire).
• Experience managing multiple medium-to-large scale projects simultaneously.

Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications:

• Extensive understanding of project management processes, principles and methodologies.
• Comprehensive functional/technical knowledge of the business unit's line of business, practices, and procedures may be preferred or required.
• Strong critical thinking and creativity skills along with the ability to exercise sound judgment by making decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
• Able to understand needs and values of stakeholders and team members and apply that understanding to motivate behaviors and results.
• Experience in directing multi-discipline teams.
• Demonstrated leadership, project management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication, negotiation, and people management skills.
• Adapts to changing environment, shifting priorities and uncertainty.

Major Accountabilities

1) Plans, monitors and manages all aspects of large-scale projects including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure in accordance with internal process methodologies. Ensures completion according to project plan (e.g., scope, schedule, budget).

2) Develops and presents comprehensive project plan to project sponsors, management, executives and external stakeholders. Obtains all necessary internal and external support and approval.

3) Leads or coordinates project planning, resourcing, staffing, progress reporting, people management, vendor relationships and troubleshooting. Negotiates to obtain team members and resources.

4) Monitors performance and recommends schedule changes, cost adjustments or resource additions.

5) Oversees schedules and directs multidisciplinary team resources. Ensures that materials and equipment are delivered on time.

6) Ensures project results meet requirements regarding quality, reliability, schedule and cost.

7) Provides timely and accurate information and status updates to project teams, business management, project sponsors, executive leadership, and external stakeholders.

Hybrid: Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person).

In order for employees to build strong relationships and to promote meaningful in-person interactions, hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location.

• Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
• Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.
• Role types are subject to change based on business need.