Senior Project Manager, Energy Delivery & Stakeholders

Overview

Hawaiian Electric Companies is a leading electric utility serving 95% of Hawaii’s residents. We hire professionals who share our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment.

The Project Management Department of the Investment Planning & Strategy Division is hiring one professional level role that may be filled as a Project Manager or a Senior Project Manager. The position may be located on Oahu, Maui, or Hawaii Island.

• Plan, organize, and manage scope, schedule, and costs for Energy Delivery projects and programs that require regulatory approvals, land/Right‑of‑Way acquisition, and public relations.
• Serve as the focal point for all project matters from inception through construction and closing.
• Coordinate with community groups, government agencies, and other stakeholders to obtain permits, address concerns, and resolve issues.
• Develop and maintain project schedules; prepare progress and cost reports for internal and external audiences.
• Collaborate with Regulatory Affairs, Budgets, Management Accounting & Financial Services, and other departments to secure approvals and manage expenditures.
• Participate in company emergency response activities as assigned.

• Plan, organize, and manage major Energy Delivery capital projects with similar complexity to the role of Project Manager.
• Mentor Project Managers and provide leadership across multiple levels.
• Ensure timely resolution of regulatory, community, and operational issues.
• Prepare and present project and program progress and cost reports to stakeholders.
• Manage procurement, approvals, and budget administration for large projects.
• Participate in company emergency response activities as required.

• Advanced understanding of project management principles and engineering/construction practices in the transmission, distribution, and/or generation fields.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (required for Senior PM; preferred for PM).
• Experience with LEAN continuous improvement and basic safety practices.
• Proficiency with project management software (MS Project, UI Planner, Ellipse/DARS, SAP, etc.).
• State of Hawaii driver’s license and compliance with the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions.

• Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with tact, courtesy, and discretion.
• Analytical, computational, and organizational abilities for complex projects.
• Teamwork and leadership skills at all levels.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with community and government leaders.

• 3–5 years of project or construction management experience (minimum 3 years can be replaced by a related degree).
• 1–3 years of project management for large projects, and desired 1–3 years of leadership experience.
• Experience with regulatory and public affairs processes involving land use and community relations.

Location:

Oahu, Maui, or Hawaii Island.

Hiring Range – Project Manager: $99,900.00 to $;
Senior Project Manager: $ to $.

Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We comply with all applicable laws, including Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Requests for reasonable accommodation during the application process should be directed to the HR Service Center at (808) 543‑4848.