Provide leadership for the planning, development, and implementation of large-scale, major strategic business and technology projects for GIS/CAD systems. Effectively collaborate with internal departments, stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and vendors to define standard and regulatory compliance requirements, assess alternatives and present solutions to business challenges. Responsible for budget and resource planning. Provide guidance on economic and regulatory issues for the assigned projects.
May provide direction to a small group of direct reports
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Manage and coordinate all activities leading to the successful completion of large-scale, major strategic projects including project scoping, timelines, cost estimates and design. Develop and maintain project parameters for project requirements. Build business cases and project justifications.
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Directs, controls and monitors team members, both internal and outside contractors, in the completion of their work.
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Manage related workforce planning, budget analysis, and budget forecasts.
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Analyze and determine regulatory impacts and requirements of the project.
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Research and evaluate available contractors and consultants. Prepare, negotiate and approve or recommend approval of contracts. Negotiate contracts changes.
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Testify before and/or prepare supporting documentation for CPUC and other government agencies concerning cost estimates.
Requires a Bachelor’s in Engineer, Business or equivalent and a minimum of 8 years related experience. An MBA or advanced degree is highly desirable. Project management knowledge required. Must be able to asses the potential financial impact of a project to the Company. Must possess the ability to review complex problems and propose innovative solutions. Must be able to build solid business cases/project justifications.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled