We rely on electricity every day. We need it to run our appliances, power the streetlights and produce the goods and services that drive our economy.

At LUMA we are committed to provide Puerto Rico with electricity that we all can depend on. At LUMA, we put people first — our employees, our customers and the communities where we live and work. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities as they work to build an electricity system that will make Puerto Rico a better place.

If you're looking for a career where you can make a tangible difference in the lives of your neighbors and your community, LUMA is the place for you. LUMA offers new jobs designed to respond to the current and future needs of the T&D system. Together we're transforming the island's electric transmission and distribution system, and energizing Puerto Rico. Please note that these new jobs with LUMA offer different terms and conditions of employment to those currently in place with PREPA.

We will schedule interviews with all qualified PREPA candidates. All PREPA applicants will receive priority in hiring and a compensation package equal to or better than what they receive today. In order to receive notifications as additional positions and locations are posted, please create a profile on our career site.

This position is accountable and responsible for the overall project planning, organizing, management, supervision, coordination and administration of all capital projects work on LUMA System Improvement Programs associated with Transmission/Distribution Lines, Substations, Streetlights, Telecom facilities and associated work in order to achieve project completion on budget, on time, as per agreed scope and with proper risk and quality management.

The Project Managers are expected to multitask and diligently handle multiple Projects competing for Resources and PM attention with competing timelines and objectives to be achieved together under a common Capital Program. This position is expected to have the ability, skills and experience to handle multiple large scale and large value complex projects at the same time.

This position supports LUMA through the planning and delivery of project work through all phases of new capital projects. This includes interaction and collaboration with the Construction Managers, Commissioning Manager, Project Control manager, HSE lead, Commissioning Lead, and Construction Lead along with all applicable support services including contract admin, finance, indigenous relations, and project management. This position is responsible for all planning, monitoring, tracking of schedules, costs, risks and quality, supervising and reporting on project deliverables including external contractors.

This position will kickoff Project, manage interface with Contractors during Construction and ensure that all Project deliverables including construction is completed in accordance with Design and Contract packages.

• Safety Oriented ensuring safe work and safety of everyone.
• Ensure contract policies & practices are followed to; ensure the Company achieves the accepted intent of agreements, have methods to manage change/exceptions and properly protects the Company from failure risks.
• Apply Project Learning's, as well as monitor and collect external information on construction management, best practices and technologies creating a library of knowledge to be applied in opportunities that arise.
• Ensure the Project Execution Model is applied and supported (preliminary assessment, feasibility, detailed development and execution phases) to fullest extent possible for any project
• Lead the project team by running meetings and working collaboratively on access route / site planning, selection, identifying landowner and land acquisition issues, and providing regular updates.
• Lead and represent LUMA at various third-party information sessions. Effectively communicate with appropriate internal and external groups including Municipal, State and Federal agencies, Indigenous Groups, contractors, and internal staff including L & P, Construction, Survey, HSE, and Regional and District staff.
• Lead and monitor the construction of all projects for scope changes and report daily on changes that can impact the project cost or schedule, issue change orders within level of authority or escalate to quickly address. Monitor the construction of all projects for schedule changes and track progress daily identifying any issues that could delay the schedule, provide advice on course of action to maintain the schedule within authority levels or escalate to quickly address.
• Provide support to incident investigation as and when required.
• Good interpersonal skills with strong written and oral communication skills.
• A solid knowledge of Microsoft Office PC applications along with Project Management tools (MS projects, Primavera P6, TBD)
• Solid Understanding of Earned Value Analysis and Management for monitoring, tracking and reporting of project progress updates.
• Excellent in identifying and managing risk on projects.
• Change Management of Scope, Costs and Duration changes in a project.

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LUMA's culture is rooted in the concept of People First, Safety Always. We want your knowledge and expertise to pair with LUMA's globally recognized experts in numerous fields such as customer service, field workforce development, high-voltage transmission engineering, distributed energy resources and mini/micro grid integration.

Our employees receive substantial training and development, as well as opportunities for advancement and success. Within our People First, Safety Always culture, we're committed to offering continuous learning opportunities and career-long support for our employees.

• Bachelor of Science, Engineering, Business, or technical institute
• Project management Professional (PMP or PgMP) training and experience would be considered an asset

• 5 years or more in a electrical utility environment with knowledge in design, construction, and commissioning of transmission, distribution systems, equipment and components.
• Experienced with working on Regulated Utilities and managing project interfaces with Regulatory Commission and Independent System Operators, International Aid Agency Interfaces on Utility Scale Capital Programs.
• Expert knowledge in Project Controls – scheduling, tasks development, WBS, Costs, Estimating, Risks and Reporting (to Regulatory and Federal Aid Agencies).
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization through various means such as email, phone, video conferencing, and in-person. Strong ability to develop and deliver effective presentations and facilitate meetings as related to strategy, training, and collaborating with various stakeholders.
• Knowledgeable about OH&S Safety Regulations
• Proficient in handheld GPS usage, GIS, Computers, MS Office and Outlook applications.
• Good knowledge of applicable Municipal, State and Federal Legislation.Good knowledge of LUMA Project Management and Construction Standards Manual.
• Excellent, organizational, communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Proven skills in Project Execution and Contractor Management.
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making abilities.
• Work with limited supervision. Track / monitor / report on various deliverables. Prioritize and organize own work. Excellent time management, organizational and planning skills. Attention to accuracy and detail.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, MS Projects, Primavera P6, Computer based Earned Value Management, Cost Control, Schedule Control, Resourcing management, Risk Management, Project Management Tools.

Valid Driver's License and First Aid Training is required.

Up to 50%

• Stationary Position: significant time sitting, standing and moving
• Climb: some
• Kneel: Frequently
• Grab: Frequently
• Bend: Some
• Lift/Carry: Over 5-50 lbs.
• Vision: 20/20 Corrected Vision
• Hearing: Office / site setting, corrected if necessary

• Wet or Humid: Some
• Working Near/On Moving Mechanical Parts: Yes
• Working On/Near Heavy Machinery: Yes
• Working in High Places: Some
• Exposed to Fumes/Airborne Particles: Some
• Exposed to Toxic or Caustic Chemicals: Sometimes / Site Based
• Outdoor Weather Conditions: Yes
• Work with Electricity: Yes
• Work with Explosives: N/A
• Risk of Radiation: Unknown
• Noise Conditions: Yes, at Site
• Other Environmental Conditions Include: Typical Site based External Weather Conditions including Hurricanes

You made it to the end of the job posting! Thank you for expressing interest in LUMA and taking the time to read all the details of this position. We encourage you to apply and give us the opportunity to get to know you better through the recruitment process. Together, we're energizing the people of Puerto Rico.

Note: this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

LUMA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.