Utility Infrastructure Project Scheduler

Utility Infrastructure Project Scheduler

We are looking for a Utility Projects Scheduler (Controls IV); to provide project, project portfolio, and program scheduling expertise including resource and budget management support functions for the System Planning & Projects (SPP) Division. The person who fills this position will start on the Accelerated Distribution Integrity Management Program (DIMP) which is a 10-year program to renew gas infrastructure identified as high-risk. 

The SPP Division plans and delivers projects and programs that serve the electric, natural gas, water, and wastewater needs of the Colorado Springs community.  Our team of dedicated professionals meet the needs of our organization by ensuring that infrastructure projects are delivered efficiently through their project lifecycle with effective application of project controls skills and supporting tools and systems.  

Key Focus Areas: 

• Project Schedule Development and Support:
• Project/Program Portfolio Schedule Development and Support:
• Budget Management and Resource Support:
• Schedule Training and Controls Leadership:
• For the Accelerated DIMP program you will work with project delivery teams to develop and maintain project schedules throughout the project lifecycle. You will also work with project delivery teams to establish the work breakdown structure, activities, constraints, and milestones for projects. You will be responsible for updating and maintaining overall project schedules as well as the schedule(s) for contracted project scope elements through the incorporation of service provider and/or contractor scheduled activities, or their complete schedule within the overall project schedule. Additionally, you may analyze and make recommendations for accepting or rejecting service provider/contractor, monthly progress, and changed condition schedules. As part of reviewing schedules, you will determine the impacts of changes to the schedule including critical path, activity sequencing, and resource requirements. Finally, as necessary for budget and resource management, you may also work with project teams to cost and resource load project schedules.
• You will work with project delivery teams and staff to develop and maintain project portfolio schedules that include the scheduling constraints associated with interdependent and/or related projects/programs and their lifecycle phases. You may analyze (e.g. “what if” analysis) and make recommendations regarding planning for and executing schedule changes for interdependent portfolios of projects. Additionally, you may work with staff to analyze and determine the budget and resource impacts associated with project/program portfolio schedule changes. 
• By developing and maintaining a comprehensive capital improvement plan cost loaded schedules, you will work with project delivery teams and staff to analyze and make recommendations for controlling and managing multi-year capital and expense budgets including forecasting and leveling resource efforts. 
• As a member of the project controls team you may be asked to serve in a leadership position providing oversight for controls projects and initiatives or as a lead to junior controls team members, providing coaching, and mentoring. Through collaboration with planning, engineering, and project managers you may be asked to develop and implement project controls and monitoring processes and procedures, particularly as they relate to schedule and cost/budget development to ensure projects achieve scope, schedule and cost objectives. Assistance with project controls and project management training is expected, especially with advancing our scheduling practice. 

Who you are...the ideal candidate will have 10 years or more direct experience in a Project Manager/Project Controls position related to the above responsibilities, experience and expertise in scheduling and scheduling controls skills including Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development, activity network development, activity logic relationships (e.g. Finish to Start, Start to Start, Finish to Finish, Start to Finish), Critical Path Method (CPM), schedule tracking, analysis, and reporting. We are looking for candidates who have experience with Primavera P6 and ideally, Microsoft Project, as most of our more complex projects/programs are managed in Primavera P6 and a scheduler is required for these projects.  

For the demonstrated expertise in scheduling, we are most focused on the areas below and please reflect on your resume:

• Schedule development (project, project portfolio, and program), highlighting programmatic work
• Schedule analysis (project, project portfolio, and program)
• Budget management support including analysis, reporting, and forecasting using cost loaded schedules
• Labor resource management support including analysis, reporting, and forecasting using resource loaded schedules
• Developing and training staff on scheduling processes and procedures
• Bachelor of Science in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or Business Administration as well as certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferred 

*This job is eligible for relocation assistance
*This is an on-site, non-remote/non-telecommuting position for the initial 6-month probationary period; a hybrid schedule will be considered after the probationary period has been completed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or small amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
- Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions within an office working environment

What does this opportunity offer...This position will provide you the opportunity for varied experience within the utility business sector.  As utility infrastructure needs continue to change, a more comprehensive and planned approach to investments and improvements are necessary. This position provides an opportunity to grow in your professional career as you gain specialized industry knowledge in Primavera P6 and as you demonstrate your technical expertise and leadership capabilities within our organization.

Who We Are…In 1924, Colorado Springs voted to create a four-service public utility; electricity, natural gas, water and wastewater services.  Since then, as a municipal utility, our focus has been on the basics - providing exceptional customer service while keeping costs low.  
Colorado Springs Utilities infuses corporate responsibility and safety into daily business operations with the foundation of decision-making focused on community, employees, and environment. As an employee, you will have an opportunity to contribute ideas and solutions in an engaging, dynamic team environment. 

Our Commitment to Our Employees…
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities.  They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving.  We don't just say people are important – we prove it!  That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.

Time Off to Recharge

• Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
• Personal Leave –3 days per year
• Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
• Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
• Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually

Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month

• Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
• Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
• Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
• Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
• Wellness Program: Earn up to $500 for healthcare expenses, $100 in Visa gift cards, and $400 in gym reimbursements
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP

Financial & Retirement Security

• Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
• Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
• Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs

Additional Support

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250  annually to support continued education
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness