Job Posting- Director- Project Delivery
PUD No. 1 of Chelan County
Director - Project Delivery
Location: Wenatchee, WA
Full-time
$209,600 - $262,000
Due Date: 07/20/2026
Application Link: https://www.chelanpud.org/about-us/careers
Questions? Contact: Human Resources (509)661-4793
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APPLICATION MATERIALS
Applicants are required to submit a combined cover letter and resume in one PDF document. Your cover letter must summarize your education and experience as it relates to the position. Incomplete materials will not be considered.
To expedite the application process, combine your cover letter and resume into one PDF document before applying and upload electronically when requested in the online application process.
This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED and applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. The first review date for application materials is scheduled for July 20th.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Chelan PUD does not sponsor work visas such as H-1B, E-3, F-1, OPT, student visas, TN, or any other visas. Candidates and employees must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Interested parties are also invited to contact Human Resources at joblist@chelanpud.org to discuss the position.
SALARY RANGE
The advertised hiring range for the is $209,600 - $262,000, with a maximum opportunity of up to $314,400 with tenure and strong performance.
Introductory Period: New employees holding regular positions must complete an introductory period of twelve months.
BENEFITS EPOA
In addition to competitive wages Chelan PUD employees also enjoy outstanding benefits which include zero cost employer funded medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits, access to the employee assistance program, and a VEBA health reimbursement account.
Washington state retirement PERS participation and optional 457 plan participation with an employer matching 401(a) plan.
Leave, life & disability benefits including paid leave starting at 27 days per calendar year up to 35 with tenure, 12 paid holidays per calendar year, paid jury duty, short-term disability & long-term disability, and basic life, AD&D, and optional voluntary life.
The work life benefits include optional flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care, educational assistance, various rewards and recognition programs and position specific stipends.
For more explanation of the district benefits please visit our benefits website www.mychelanpudbenefits.org.
JOB POSTING
Director - Project Delivery
Overview
The Director - Project Delivery leads and directs multiple teams of professional engineers, construction and project managers, contractors, drafters, surveyors and other support-staff, who plan, engineer, manage and support projects for the District's Generation, Transmission, Distribution and Water/Wastewater systems and other District facilities. This position directs and oversees planning, feasibility evaluation, engineering design, project management, project controls, engineering analysis and troubleshooting, QA/QC, construction inspection, surveying and drafting services.
Responsibilities
Manage and direct engineering & project management in the planning, analysis, evaluation, engineering design, management and construction of projects for power generation, transmission distribution, water/wastewater systems and other District facilities. Directs the support of District operations through technical analyses and troubleshooting. Manage and direct delivery of projects that achieve performance and quality standards, customer expectations and District goals.
Directly and indirectly supervise managers, professional staff, and project support staff, establishing performance goals, evaluating performance, developing employee skills and competencies, and performing succession planning, hiring, discipline, etc. Models District values and sets the tone for employees, leading by example.
Direct the preparation of capital and O&M project scopes, schedules and budgets utilizing District processes and tools (Maximo, Primavera, etc.) to support District initiatives such as project, asset and portfolio management. Develop department goals and work plan. Implement plans and monitor achievement of plan goals and budget targets. This includes following District policies and procedures and work with client departments to establish project priorities.
Further advance the maturity level of the Project Management Discipline (PMD) within engineering project management. Support the District’s asset and project portfolio management programs.
Establish project procedures and quality assurance/quality control policies, objectives and procedures with the input of internal clients to achieve District and business plan goals, such as delivering the best product for the lowest cost.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
As an essential function, drive a motorized vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District.
People Management
This position manages/supervises people. Direct Resources Managed: 2-9. Indirect Resources Managed: 50-100.
Reports To
Managing Director – Utility Operations
Overtime exemption
Exempt
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is required.
Experience
15+ years of professional engineering and/or project management experience, including ten (10) years in the power industry, including five (5) years of demonstrated successful supervisory experience, overseeing the work of project managers and/or civil, mechanical and electrical professional engineers is required.
Licenses and Certifications
Valid Driver's License at hire and WA Driver's License within 30 days of hire required.
Professional Engineer (PE) license and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.
Skills and Abilities
A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities:
In depth knowledge of QA/QC methods, project management techniques and engineering analysis processes.
Demonstrated ability to effectively plan, organize and direct a multidisciplinary and highly technical staff.
Requires strong planning and budgetary skills, leadership and interpersonal skills.
Sound knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulations relating to utility systems.
Ability to communicate technical subjects effectively to technical and non-technical audiences including, but not limited to the Board of Commissioners, senior leadership, and project stakeholders.
Skilled at developing a workplace culture modeling teamwork, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
To perform this job successfully, an individual is required to have knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials; PeopleSoft Timekeeping/HR; Microsoft Outlook; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Word; Microsoft PowerPoint; Maximo; Primavera; general office equipment including computers; and vehicles.
Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.
Background Screening
Pursuant to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards, Chelan County Public Utility District #1 conducts background screening of personnel who have access to the District's critical physical and/or cyber assets.
Physical Demands
Sitting Frequent 34-66%
Standing Occasional 11-33%
Walking Occasional 11-33%
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel Frequent 34-66%
Reach with hands and arms Occasional 11-33%
Stoop, keel, crouch, crawl or twist torso Occasional 11-33%
Wrist/hand/fingers manipulation (keyboarding, manual tool usage, etc.) Occasional 11-33%
Repetitive hand or arm motion Occasional 11-33%
Twist/Flex/Extend – Neck area Frequent 34-66%
Pull, push, or exert force Frequent 34-66%
Climb or balance Occasional 11-33%
Dive or swim Occasional 11-33%
Carrying or Lifting un assisted: up to 50 lbs. Occasional 11-33%
Lifting above shoulders: up to 50 lbs. Regularly 67-100%
Lifting above shoulders: 50+ lbs. Regularly 67-100%
Confined Spaces requiring laying down Regularly 67-100%
Distance vision: clear vision >= 20 ft Regularly 67-100%
Working Conditions
Work near moving mechanical parts - Occasionally
Work in high, precarious places - Occasionally
In confined spaces - Occasionally
Fumes or airborne particles - Occasionally
Outdoor weather conditions - Occasionally
Vibratory Task - Low (drills, jackhammer, sanders, ...) - Occasionally
Noise Intensity Level: - Moderate
District Values
Trust - We act with integrity, empathy, competence, and transparency, earning the confidence and respect of each other and the public we serve.
Safety - We protect what matters most through the choices we make.
Stewardship - We responsibly manage and thoughtfully oversee all resources entrusted to us for the benefit of future generations.
Collaboration - We transform our deep expertise from individual advantage into shared power - partnering across teams to maximize our impact and secure our future.
Courage - We boldly step into the unknown to do what matters, seeking opportunities to grow and lead.
Equal Opportunity/ADA
Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled). We value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected classifications as defined by law.
EEO Law Posters can be found on the main Careers (chelanpud.org) page in English and Spanish.
The job functions and physical requirements described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
A valid driver's license is required for this position (verified upon hire). A valid Washington State driver's license is required within 30 days of employment.
DISCLAIMER
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. This should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.
As part of its recruiting process, Chelan PUD may engage a third-party vendor to perform previous employment verification, education verification, and reference checking.