Principal or Senior Strategy & Planning Analyst - Portland General Electric
Portland, OR
About the Job
At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.
About the Role:
This team serves a critical function, much like Corporate Planning does for other areas of the business. We work closely with Corporate Planning to ensure we deliver comparable or enhanced levels of service to our internal partners, aligning our efforts to meet business needs.
_Key Job Information:_
Principal Strategy & Planning Analyst 6708 Grade 8
Career Level: P4
Senior Strategy & Planning Analyst 6707 Grade 7
Career level P3
Day in life :
+ Provide resource management and financial planning support to one or more operating areas under the COO, including Line Operations, Strategy and Planning, Engineering & Design, and others.
+ Coordinate activities such as budget vs. actual reporting, source transfers, 5-year planning, unit cost analysis, and forecasting for repeatable work.
+ Conduct deep-dive analysis on budget and resource forecasting as needed to support informed decision-making.
+ Partner with managers to review budget/actuals, O&M planning, source transfers, and accruals. This detailed scrutiny helps improve budget adherence and financial accuracy.
+ Offer guidance on accounting practices, interpret financial results, and identify and correct discrepancies. For example, recognizing opportunities to repurpose fleet equipment or converting O&M costs to capital or DOSE when appropriate.
+ Lead the creation of a resource management plan, with an initial focus on union positions for budgeting purposes, expanding to include back-office resources as capital projects grow.
What We're Looking For: The ideal candidate will have experience in utility or PGE accounting, as well as a strong understanding of processes in one or more of the following areas: Line Operations, Engineering & Design, or Storerooms. You’ll bring a collaborative approach and a commitment to accuracy and service excellence.
_*We are hiring for a position that is open to both Principal/p4 and Senior/p3 level candidates_ _. The level will be determined based on the successful applicant’s qualifications, experience and demonstrated skills during the interview process. Posted at Principal responsibilities._
Responsibilities
+ Specialization Typically specializes in integrated resource planning, strategic analytics or commercial analytics but may perform work in more than one area of specialization.
+ Resource Planning
+ Evaluates resource needs to meet forecasted loads and load patterns; performs technical and economic analysis of resource options using simulation models to evaluate and identify the mix of resources that support corporate objectives and meet applicable regulatory rules and guidelines.
+ Uses or develops simulation models to evaluate the cost and risk of multiple portfolio scenarios; recommends, advises and assists management in formulating long-term resource strategies and initiative integration. Provides best-practice technical expertise and analysis for resource portfolio strategy to company management and external clients.
+ Develops and/or improves analytical and evaluation approaches to better capture and understand the trade- offs between different supply, demand, energy and capacity resource options.
+ Leads and/or personally provides complex analyses for individual resource and project investment decisions.
+ Tracks status of new generation projects and resource options in the Pacific Northwest; serves as organizational subject matter expert.
+ Prepare Plans and Reports Serves as company technical expert for the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). Provides technical leadership, peer reviews input and provides feedback to other technical contributors to the plan. Coordinates the integration of analyses, cross-functional feedback and inputs to the plan. Ensures IRP and solutions meet all analytical, regulatory and procedural requirements, such as Oregon Public Utilities Commission (OPUC) and other state and federal regulatory requirements and that solutions are safe, cost-effective and timely and follow sound business practices. Ensure the IRP accurately reflects the resource opportunities available to PGE. Formulates and communicates resource action plans.
+ Corporate Strategy Leads analysis to identify, quantify or otherwise support long-term PGE strategic objectives. Leads analysis to support the identification of near-term targets consistent with PGE’s long-term strategic objectives.
+ Commercial Evaluation and Support Leads and/or personally provides complex analyses for individual resource and project investment decisions. Develops procurement processes to evaluate and select new supply and demand-side alternatives to meet the resource requirements identified in the IRP.
Qualifications
Required:
Principal
+ Education Requires a bachelor’s degree in business, economics, engineering or related financial or scientific discipline or equivalent experience.
+ Experience Typically eight or more years in utility or similar energy sector experience in the area(s) of engineering, power operations, economic forecasting, accounting, finance or regulatory affairs or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Senior
+ Education Requires a bachelor’s degree in business, economics, engineering or related financial or scientific discipline or equivalent experience.
+ Experience Typically five or more years in utility or similar energy sector experience in the area(s) of engineering, power operations, economic forecasting, accounting, finance or regulatory affairs or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred:
+ Advanced knowledge of Utility Operations processes, challenges, and opportunities.
+ Advanced knowledge of resource strategy concepts and considerations to identify and evaluate potential opportunities for resource acquisition.
+ Advanced knowledge of analytical techniques and cost-modeling theory and practices.
+ Advanced knowledge of electric market modeling and forecasting tools.
+ Advanced knowledge of applicable statutes, policies, rules, regulations and codes.
+ Advanced skills in using database applications (Oracle SQL, Snowflake).
+ Intermediate skills with programming languages and tools used in department, such as Tableau.
Physical and Cognitive Demands
+ Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions (for example, engineer, HR director, plant manager, etc.).
+ Adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks
+ Ability to follow accuracy standards Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks
+ Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment
+ Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress
+ Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change
+ Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback
+ Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement
+ Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks
+ Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization
+ Demonstrates sound memory
+ Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks
Schedule/Attendance
+ Ability to work long hours
+ Ability to work a variable schedule
+ Ability to report to work and perform work in office during periods of severe inclement weather
+ Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance
Physical Capabilities
+ Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)
+ Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)
+ Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)
Environment - Indoor/Outdoor:
+ Office
PGE supports hybrid flexible work arrangements; and will have a combination of in-the-office and working offsite. However, these arrangements may change due to business needs or changes in responsibility.
#LI-SB1 #LI-Hybrid
Compensation Range:
$85,500.00 - $169,875.00
Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.
PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here (https://portlandgeneral.com/hrcs5511) .
Join us today and power your potential!
Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.
PGE is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Talent Acquisition Specialist (Recruiter) associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting talentacquisition@pgn.com or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) team is also available for support. You can contact them at dei@pgn.com .
To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date. Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.
November 19, 2024
About the Role:
This team serves a critical function, much like Corporate Planning does for other areas of the business. We work closely with Corporate Planning to ensure we deliver comparable or enhanced levels of service to our internal partners, aligning our efforts to meet business needs.
_Key Job Information:_
Principal Strategy & Planning Analyst 6708 Grade 8
Career Level: P4
Senior Strategy & Planning Analyst 6707 Grade 7
Career level P3
Day in life :
+ Provide resource management and financial planning support to one or more operating areas under the COO, including Line Operations, Strategy and Planning, Engineering & Design, and others.
+ Coordinate activities such as budget vs. actual reporting, source transfers, 5-year planning, unit cost analysis, and forecasting for repeatable work.
+ Conduct deep-dive analysis on budget and resource forecasting as needed to support informed decision-making.
+ Partner with managers to review budget/actuals, O&M planning, source transfers, and accruals. This detailed scrutiny helps improve budget adherence and financial accuracy.
+ Offer guidance on accounting practices, interpret financial results, and identify and correct discrepancies. For example, recognizing opportunities to repurpose fleet equipment or converting O&M costs to capital or DOSE when appropriate.
+ Lead the creation of a resource management plan, with an initial focus on union positions for budgeting purposes, expanding to include back-office resources as capital projects grow.
What We're Looking For: The ideal candidate will have experience in utility or PGE accounting, as well as a strong understanding of processes in one or more of the following areas: Line Operations, Engineering & Design, or Storerooms. You’ll bring a collaborative approach and a commitment to accuracy and service excellence.
_*We are hiring for a position that is open to both Principal/p4 and Senior/p3 level candidates_ _. The level will be determined based on the successful applicant’s qualifications, experience and demonstrated skills during the interview process. Posted at Principal responsibilities._
Responsibilities
+ Specialization Typically specializes in integrated resource planning, strategic analytics or commercial analytics but may perform work in more than one area of specialization.
+ Resource Planning
+ Evaluates resource needs to meet forecasted loads and load patterns; performs technical and economic analysis of resource options using simulation models to evaluate and identify the mix of resources that support corporate objectives and meet applicable regulatory rules and guidelines.
+ Uses or develops simulation models to evaluate the cost and risk of multiple portfolio scenarios; recommends, advises and assists management in formulating long-term resource strategies and initiative integration. Provides best-practice technical expertise and analysis for resource portfolio strategy to company management and external clients.
+ Develops and/or improves analytical and evaluation approaches to better capture and understand the trade- offs between different supply, demand, energy and capacity resource options.
+ Leads and/or personally provides complex analyses for individual resource and project investment decisions.
+ Tracks status of new generation projects and resource options in the Pacific Northwest; serves as organizational subject matter expert.
+ Prepare Plans and Reports Serves as company technical expert for the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). Provides technical leadership, peer reviews input and provides feedback to other technical contributors to the plan. Coordinates the integration of analyses, cross-functional feedback and inputs to the plan. Ensures IRP and solutions meet all analytical, regulatory and procedural requirements, such as Oregon Public Utilities Commission (OPUC) and other state and federal regulatory requirements and that solutions are safe, cost-effective and timely and follow sound business practices. Ensure the IRP accurately reflects the resource opportunities available to PGE. Formulates and communicates resource action plans.
+ Corporate Strategy Leads analysis to identify, quantify or otherwise support long-term PGE strategic objectives. Leads analysis to support the identification of near-term targets consistent with PGE’s long-term strategic objectives.
+ Commercial Evaluation and Support Leads and/or personally provides complex analyses for individual resource and project investment decisions. Develops procurement processes to evaluate and select new supply and demand-side alternatives to meet the resource requirements identified in the IRP.
Qualifications
Required:
Principal
+ Education Requires a bachelor’s degree in business, economics, engineering or related financial or scientific discipline or equivalent experience.
+ Experience Typically eight or more years in utility or similar energy sector experience in the area(s) of engineering, power operations, economic forecasting, accounting, finance or regulatory affairs or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Senior
+ Education Requires a bachelor’s degree in business, economics, engineering or related financial or scientific discipline or equivalent experience.
+ Experience Typically five or more years in utility or similar energy sector experience in the area(s) of engineering, power operations, economic forecasting, accounting, finance or regulatory affairs or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred:
+ Advanced knowledge of Utility Operations processes, challenges, and opportunities.
+ Advanced knowledge of resource strategy concepts and considerations to identify and evaluate potential opportunities for resource acquisition.
+ Advanced knowledge of analytical techniques and cost-modeling theory and practices.
+ Advanced knowledge of electric market modeling and forecasting tools.
+ Advanced knowledge of applicable statutes, policies, rules, regulations and codes.
+ Advanced skills in using database applications (Oracle SQL, Snowflake).
+ Intermediate skills with programming languages and tools used in department, such as Tableau.
Physical and Cognitive Demands
+ Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions (for example, engineer, HR director, plant manager, etc.).
+ Adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks
+ Ability to follow accuracy standards Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks
+ Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment
+ Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress
+ Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change
+ Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback
+ Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement
+ Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks
+ Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization
+ Demonstrates sound memory
+ Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks
Schedule/Attendance
+ Ability to work long hours
+ Ability to work a variable schedule
+ Ability to report to work and perform work in office during periods of severe inclement weather
+ Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance
Physical Capabilities
+ Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)
+ Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)
+ Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)
Environment - Indoor/Outdoor:
+ Office
PGE supports hybrid flexible work arrangements; and will have a combination of in-the-office and working offsite. However, these arrangements may change due to business needs or changes in responsibility.
#LI-SB1 #LI-Hybrid
Compensation Range:
$85,500.00 - $169,875.00
Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.
PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here (https://portlandgeneral.com/hrcs5511) .
Join us today and power your potential!
Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.
PGE is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Talent Acquisition Specialist (Recruiter) associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting talentacquisition@pgn.com or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) team is also available for support. You can contact them at dei@pgn.com .
To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date. Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.
November 19, 2024
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