Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you!  With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now.

 

PSE's Operations Support team is looking for qualified candidates to fill an open Contract Manager position!

Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process.

Job Description

Manages the Network Meter Information Services Agreements for work identified to be performed by Landis+Gyr and other contracts that support the Network Meter Information Services Agreement. Partners with Internal Stakeholders to ensure that the work meets or exceeds Key Performance Indicators. Serves as liaison between Service Provider and PSE stakeholders to foster collaboration, process improvements, and conflict resolutions. Assesses impact to changes requested by the Service Provider in unit descriptions and pricing and works to accept or reject those changes. Routinely evaluates service master units, definitions and clarifications, and KPI’s to ensure delivery of fair pricing, outstanding safety and quality, and continued improvement from PSE’s Service Provider. Upholds the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE’s operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities. Promotes and supports a culture of total safety.

Job Responsibilities Manages the Network Meter Information Services Agreement with Landis+Gyr. Manages contract development including scope, pricing, contract structure, and incentives. Develops and implements relationship strategies between internal stakeholders and the Service Provider. Develops contract enhancements, develop and refine processes. Lead and participate in process improvement initiatives and drives towards applicable solutions. Manage and track contractual changes and decisions. Issue Resolution Management: Facilitate timely resolution of contractual and performance issues to minimize impact of disruptions to internal customers. Minimum Qualifications BS in Engineering or extensive understanding of PSE operations and construction practices. Extensive understanding of PSE electric and gas standards. Understanding of PSE computer systems. Understanding of electric and gas rates and tariffs. Strong verbal and written communications skills. Desired Qualifications Understanding of PSE operations demonstrated through +5 years of application which may include Contractor Management, Operations, Quality Management, or other related field. Familiarity with commercial and operational aspects to Contractor Management. Demonstrate a solid understanding of legal terminology and contract language. Experience in Contract Lifecycle Management. Understanding of Contract governance, processes and policies. Strong analytical and interpretive skills to recognize, comprehend and assess data, complex issues, and industry information. Demonstration of prudent record keeping practices. Ability to influence without positional authority. Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Ability to identify, assess and mitigate contract risk. Excellent customer service, problem solving and decision making skills. Additional Information

At PSE we value and respect our employees and provide them opportunities to excel. We offer a competitive compensation and rewards package.

 

The pay range for this position is $104,500.00 - $174,100.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals based incentive bonuses. 

 

PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance.  There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP).  For long term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan.  Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year. Detailed benefit overviews can be found on our Career page - Why Work For Us (pse.com). 

 

Families and businesses depend on PSE to provide the energy they need to pursue their dreams. Our steadfast commitment to serving Washington communities with safe, dependable and efficient energy started in 1873. Today we're building the Northwest's energy future through efforts like our award winning energy efficiency programs and our leadership in renewable energy. 

 

Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or presence of a disability that with or without reasonable accommodation does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job, or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law.

 

Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources Staffing department at jobs@pse.com or 425-462-3017.