1,927 Operational Planning jobs in the United States

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is about more than power. We’re about the power of relationships. Our employees have the opportunity to work together to ensure electricity is delivered reliably and affordably to the millions of people living in our service territory. We have been voted one of Arkansas’ Best Places to work by Arkansas Business and we are looking for a member of our team who is passionate about our mission to keep the lights on!

We have a core ideology here at SPP that we stand by: Do the right thing, for the right reason, in the right way.

We believe in supporting our employees through a fantastic benefits package:

• Competitive and transparent pay with bonus opportunities
• Excellent insurance package including three great medical plans to choose from, employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Relocation bonus (if applicable)
• Hybrid working environment for positions that are eligible
• Fantastic contributions to your retirement through a 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits and a pension (defined benefit plan) fully funded by SPP

COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The salary range(s) represents our good faith estimate for the role at this time. While we strive to provide competitive and transparent compensation, there may be circumstances where an offer is above or outside of the listed range. We are open to discussing salary expectations with qualified candidates considering factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and geographic location will all be considered during the hiring process.

• .Engineer II Pay Range: $88,000 - $8,000
• Engineer I Pay Range: 80,000 - 85,000

Join our team as an Operational Planning Engineer!

The Operations Engineer plays a key role in providing engineering analysis, performing studies, and conducting data analysis in support of all Operations-related responsibilities within the SPP Regions. This position offers both real-time and forward engineering support, working closely with the Reliability, Market Operations, Tariff Administration, and Scheduling functions. The role involves coordinating these analyses and studies within the SPP Regions and across regions when necessary. The Operations Engineer will also offer coordination support for various SPP organizational committees, working groups, and task forces.

This is an independent role with minimal guidance required from the Manager, and will involve technical problem solving, project leadership, and collaboration across teams to ensure the smooth and reliable operation of the transmission network.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide Engineering Support: Offer comprehensive engineering support, analysis, and training for all assigned Coordinated Operations functions.
• Lead Special Projects: Spearhead special projects based on experience and expertise, assisting senior engineers as necessary.
• Data Collection & Validation: Independently request, collect, prepare, and validate data for real-time, current-day, and next-day operational assessments.
• Operational Assessments: Execute computer runs for analysis of the transmission network and coordinate generation and transmission maintenance outage requests.
• Tools Utilization: Use advanced tools, including Alarming, Real-time Contingency Analysis, powerflow models, and constraint manager tools to perform system analyses and ensure reliable system operation.
• Mentoring & Training: Support and mentor junior staff members, sharing knowledge and enhancing team capabilities.
• System Operations Understanding: Maintain a high-level understanding of system operations and planning principles.
• Committee Involvement: Actively participate in SPP or NERC committees, working groups, or task forces, contributing expert knowledge.
• Operations Process Development: Lead the development and maintenance of Operations-related applications and processes, ensuring consistent operational efficiency.
• Compliance: Maintain compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures, as well as NERC and FERC standards or policies.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Be recognized as a subject matter expert in relevant areas, contributing insights to improve system operations and planning.
• Decision Making: Demonstrate strong decision-making and project management skills to adapt technical studies and services between standard and non-standard techniques.

To be successful as an Operational Planning Engineer we're looking for:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, this degree should:
  • Be from a university that meets the requirements to sit for the Professional Engineering exam (in Arkansas, that is most typically a degree from an ABET accredited university or a graduate degree from a college that has an ABET accreditation),
  • Degree should be in a calculus-based engineering field and preferred degree programs are Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Systems Engineering

• Engineer II - Two (2) years of job-related work experience

• Engineer I - No experience required
• Competent with the administrative and communication tools for word processing, spread sheet development and time keeping, as a minimum
• Strong knowledge of several power systems analysis tools applicable to power system steady state, dynamic, short circuit, or database management systems
• Strong inter-personal and team work skills along with good written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent working skills with communication and data handling software such as Microsoft Office© Word, Excel, Access
• Understanding and comply with compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures

Preferred:

• A Professional Engineer License
• Advanced degree in related field of study
• Electric Utility Industry experience
• Proficient with most SPP power systems analysis tools with a solid command of several SPP tools and/or processes
• Sound understanding of the SPP Open Access Transmission Tariff, FERC & NERC governing documents, SPP By-Laws, SPP Criteria and the SPP Committee structure

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of workweek are Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Working extended hours may be required.

Travel Requirement:

This position requires minimal travel (approximately 0-10%).

SPP is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

At SPP we believe in a culture of belonging. Learn more here: Culture of Belonging - Southwest Power Pool.

Full job descriptions will be made available to those selected for an interview. 

• Bachelors or better

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The Community You Will Join:

• The Fraud & Safety Operations (FSO) Planning team drives strategic planning and is responsible for delivering an FSO roadmap that is effectively resourced for the highest priority initiatives.
• Every member of our team is expected to be coachable, eager to roll-up their sleeves to execute and deliver on their work, curious and inquisitive, and strive towards excellence - individually, as a Planning team, and as a cross-functional partner.

• As a global company and product, FSO offerings must scale to the needs of both our external customers but also to our internal stakeholders.
• Therefore, our mission is to deliver an organizational roadmap and business plan effectively resourced for highest priority initiatives, conveniently abstracted for the right audience with clear resource allocations.
• As a Planning Project Coordinator, you will take on a pivotal role, leading the FSO Product Library (Jigsaw), FSO Hub (internal website) and managing various projects critical to our organization's success.

• Lead the FSO Product Library, where you will:
• Create a visual assembly of FSO products and operations Product Briefs.
• Develop a simple yet effective illustration of performance using Airtable.
• Incorporate shared services that power FSO.
• Use project management tooling and systems to build the visual assembly.
• Ensure that the visual assembly you create becomes a key input into our end-to-end risk Traceability system.
• Manage and oversee the FSO Hub internal website, serving as a centralized hub for sharing key data across departments.
• Lead the multimedia production of team recognitions, creating visually appealing videos and graphics to celebrate FSO team accomplishments, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Support continuous planning and annual planning efforts to deliver an effective organizational roadmap.
• Drive triaging of continuous planning intakes that are generated throughout the year.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, Risk Management) or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of professional experience.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and the ability to use project management tools effectively.
• Strong proficiency with project management tools, specifically Airtable (and others, including Asana, Confluence, Jira).
• Strong proficiency with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.), including formulas for automation.
• Strong proficiency with multimedia and video editing software
• Experience working in a highly cross-functional environment where communication with multiple groups and stakeholders is imperative.
• Familiarity with communication tools including Slack, Gmail, Zoom.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Proactive and eager to take on responsibilities, contributing to the success of key projects and processes.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, Risk Management) or equivalent.

The Associate Director, Clinical Project & Planning Management is a member of the Clinical Business Operations team within Development Operations and The Associate Director, Clinical Project & Planning Management is a member of the Clinical Business Clinical, Director, Business Operations, Associate, Clinic, Management, Business Services, Technology

Colliers Engineering & Design is looking for a Project Manager to join our Planning Discipline within the Buildings Engineering Services Division in New Jersey. This individual will manage, direct, and supervise the work efforts of assigned staff and coordinate the technical and managerial direction regarding scope, schedule, quality, and budget of projects. Our team of planners, urban designers, and landscape architects deliver experience, expertise, and creative thinking on every project. Planning at any level is a complex undertaking, whether it's for a neighborhood, a town or city, or an entire region. At Colliers Engineering & Design, planning is both comprehensive and multi-disciplinary. Our planning professionals connect with the community to understand long-term goals and capture potential opportunities that result in enduring solutions. Our landscape architects take community visions one step further by delivering innovative design solutions that bring vibrancy and excitement into the public realm. Planning has been a core practice at Colliers Engineering & Design for more than a thirty years. Our award-winning, nationally recognized team of professional planners, landscape architects, civic engagement specialists, GIS analysts, and environmental scientists works with communities to develop plans and designs that are creative, well-rounded, thoughtful and realistic.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare effective work plans and labor budgets for approval by Department Manager.
• Monitor time schedules and capital cost budgets on projects to satisfy the client as well as control work and productivity.
• Attend and participate in public meetings (including night meetings), project coordination meetings, public engagement, and other meetings for public and private clients.
• Oversee the preparation of master plans, land use plans, reexamination reports, zoning codes, development review letters, and other planning reports for public and private clients.
• Responsible for the quality control/quality assurance process on all assigned projects.
• Strive to achieve predetermined goals for profit, productivity targets, and schedule of deliverables.
• Participates in formulating and coordinating proposals and provides other marketing support, including business development and cross-selling for other disciplines.
• Identify the project team, work packages and tasks, evaluation methods, productivity targets, schedule of deliverables, and effort needed on projects.
• Hold team meetings ensuring procedures governing review and approval of projects are followed prior to submission of completed work.
• Negotiate with clients on any scope changes relative to project budgets and schedules subject to supervisors' approval.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with all employees involved in the project to ensure high utilization rates (i.e. project team meetings).
• Review monthly revenue and cost reports to ensure projects are being completed at the pre-determined goal.
• Ensure everyone involved is working in accordance with all project planning and profit control procedures.
• Ensure that all scope revisions affecting the project schedule and/or budget are discussed with the client.
• Solicite help and involvement from Department Managers and any other managers to troubleshoot any technical problems.
• Work efficiently with the Billing Department to authorize and transmit invoices to client. Follow up with clients for timely payments.
• Mentor junior staff in learning sound technical and business practices and enhancing corporate objectives.
• Adhere to Health and Safety program and all applicable SOPs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in related field. Master's Degree preferred but not required.
• 6-10+ years in related field.
• Professional Planning (P.P.) licensure and certification by American Institute of Certified Planners (A.I.C.P.).
• Valid driver's license preferred. Must demonstrate ability to travel to client locations.
• Demonstrate computer skills, knowledge and acumen (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite, ArcGIS, etc.).
• Ability to learn and apply technical skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrate extensive, diversified, and complex knowledge of planning concepts, theories, principles and practices.
• Demonstrate advanced investigative, analytical, and research skills.
• Ability to coordinate the work activities for multiple functions to ensure satisfying delivery.
• Responsible for all aspects of the project lifecycle: planning, scope definition, design, execution, and delivery.
• Ability to effectively perform as a key team leader (demonstrate collaboration and respect for others; contribute; lead by example, etc.).
• Demonstrate advanced technical and non-technical writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to track progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, and other key performance indicators, and prepare reports to senior management.
• Ability to assist with the selection, negotiation, and managing of all activities regarding external clients.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $100,000 to $150,855 per year (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities. This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week. We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Colliers Engineering & Design is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We are committed to ensuring that diversity and inclusion continues to be a strategic area of focus, not only as the right thing to do, but as one of the ways we will continue to lead our industry into the future. As part of this responsibility, we are on a progressive journey to foster an environment in which everyone at Colliers Engineering & Design feels respected and comfortable doing their best work while being their authentic selves regardless of background or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

• Assist the Development Director with coordination and management of planning projects, including comprehensive plan updates, ordinance revisions, and community development initiatives.
• Serve as a point of contact for the public, developers, and other agencies regarding general planning inquiries, zoning regulations, and development processes.
• Review minor development proposals, including site plans, landscaping, signage, and minor subdivisions for compliance with applicable codes and plans.
• Coordinate interdepartmental review of planning cases, compiling staff comments, and ensuring responses to applicant inquiries.
• Prepare reports, maps, and presentations for the Planning Board, staff meetings, and public hearings.
• Manage and maintain planning records, case files, address assignments, and GIS updates in coordination with department staff.
• Monitor project timelines, deliverables, and budget compliance for assigned tasks or contracts.
• Support grant application development and administration under the guidance of the Development Director.
• Assist with public notices, agenda packets, and logistics for Planning Board meetings and community engagement events.
• Perform field visits, inspections, and site verifications related to planning and zoning applications.
• Participate in committees or task forces as assigned.
• Performs duties of Planning Technicians and Administrative Assistant as needed or as required.

• OR -

• Experience in municipal planning processes, GIS applications, or development permitting.
• Knowledge of zoning codes, subdivision regulations, and comprehensive plans

• Strong understanding of municipal planning procedures, land use policies, and development review processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with GIS and planning software preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with varying deadlines and priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

• Valid State issued Driver's License

• The City of Hobbs will provide 80% to 90% Heath Insurance Coverage from Single to Family coverage.
• Employees are eligible for 100% short-term disability coverage provided by the City of Hobbs.
• Employer PERA contributions 14.8% for general, 28.775% for HPD, 30.9% for HFD.
• CDL pay - 6,000 per year (if applicable).
• PTO accruals start at 12 hours per month (144 hours per year) and progressively increase based on years of service to 20 hours per month (240 hours per year) at year 21.
• Bilingual Pay - 1,500 dollar incentive per year upon completion of yearly proficiency test.
• Education Incentive - ( 1,000, 4,000, 6,000 dollars - Associates, Bachelor's, Masters; degree must be relevant to position and above the current minimum requirements of the held position).
• Longevity Pay - Begins at the completion of 10 years of service. Gradually increased.
• Retention Incentive - 600 incentive yearly with years 1-9 of completed service
• 13 Paid Holidays.
• Bereavement Leave - 5 days per calendar year per personnel rules guidelines.
• Military Leave - (120 hours per year for general, 183.75 per year for HPD, 360 hours per year for HFD).