Join AZAD as a Project Manager to provide project management expertise and assistance to the Org. Delivery & Performance group, a part of the Internal Operations Management Office organization of the Transmission business line. This position will work with a variety of subject matter experts to assist with verifying that all applicable regulatory requirements are met and projects with potential impacts to the grid are successfully managed to allow the safe and reliable operation of the Transmission grid.
This is a 2 years plus consultant position with high probability of long term and ongoing continued employment. This position is onsite in Vancouver, Washington and the hourly pay rate range for this position is $73.00 - $76.00 depending on related qualifications and experience, as well as composition of selected compensation package.
The ideal candidate must possess the minimum qualifications:
Master's degree in business administration or management, organizational development, computer science, engineering, or other related technical discipline is strongly preferred.
Bachelor's degree in business administration or management, organizational development, computer science, engineering, or other closely related field is required.
10 years of direct work experience is required.
Experience should include direct work experience in a project management capacity, including all aspects of process development and execution.
5 years of experience in the Electric Utility sector with an emphasis on system control and communications planning, electronic design, communications maintenance, technical operations, or related field.
Preferred:
PMP certification
Minimum of 7 years of experience with the following:
Implementing asset strategies and developing related asset plans.
Planning, implementation and/or operation of Control Center systems (SCADA, AGC, ICCP).
Experience in the following areas:
Telecom Transport including analog and digital microwave radio, analog and digital multiplex, fiber optic terminal equipment and UHF radios.
Telecom Support Equipment including alarm systems, batteries/chargers, DC-DC converters, engine generators, uninterrupted power supply systems, timing systems, fault locators, etc.
SCADA/Telemetry/Supervisory Control including SCADA remote terminal units, supervisory control systems, and telemetering systems.
Field Information Network (FIN)/Operation Networks including FIN network equipment, operational network equipment, network management system equipment, and modems.
Knowledge of the NERC & WECC Planning Standards as they apply to Power Systems Control (PSC) equipment
Knowledge of “Technical Requirements for Interconnection to the Transmission Grid”
Experience developing options, evaluating and recommending plans for meeting communications/power system control functional requirements
Knowledge of transmission and operational power systems controls
Knowledge of and skill in the following:
Communication network operation concepts, methods, performance and planning
Communication network architecture principles and concepts
Planning of communications, control and data systems for network transmission, network interconnections and customer service projects
Identifying system requirements from problems or opportunities identified by others
About Us:
AZAD is looking for bright, talented, flexible, and customer centric problem solvers who enjoy the challenges associated with solving the most complex problems by utilizing the most sophisticated technologies and strong people skills.
Founded and managed by technologists and engineers, AZAD is a leading provider of Consulting Services to Fortune 500 and innovative firms since 1992.
AZAD's model provides a unique employment experience that is career path focused, relationship based and dedicated to advocacy and retention with an average tenure of 9 years.
Our collaborative approach to support our clients, projects and supporting our employees' career paths are the keys to our success. Join AZAD's professional team and enhance your career by being engaged with some of the most interesting projects in the Pacific Northwest.
If you enjoy working in such an environment, we encourage you to apply.
EXCELLENT EMPLOYEE BENEFITS including Co-paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Cafeteria Plan, Paid Sick Leave, 401K Plan, Credit Union Membership, and Referral Bonus.
U.S. Citizens only for Federal Clearance Requirement.
AZAD values diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences.
Since our inception, we have witnessed how our diverse workforce has thrived while contributing to the increases in innovation and advancements in the client organizations we serve.
AZAD is committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and is striving to build an even more diverse, inclusive team that reflects the people and communities where we live and work.
AZAD, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that considers and employs qualified individuals based upon job related qualifications regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, national origin, age or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. AZAD takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified employees and applicants who are disabled, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces services medal veterans, and other protected veterans.
AZAD, Inc. is a Certified Minority Owned Business and OFCCP compliant.
