Project Manager Jobs in Chelan, WA (NOW HIRING)

Closing Date to Apply: July 30th, 2026 @ 5 pm PST

Number of Positions: 3 (1 at each headquarters listed)

Project Manager:

Salary: $104,822.00 to $177,107.00 annually

Midpoint: $140,964.50 salary

Senior Project Manager:

Salary: $121,165.00 to $209,233.00 annually
Midpoint: $165,199.00 salary

Grant PUD posts the full hourly range for each position. The midpoint is provided as a reference point and is not a guaranteed starting pay. Starting pay is based on job-related factors such as qualifications, experience, skills, internal alignment, and organizational needs. Most new hires are typically placed between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

Benefits: This link below will provide you with Grant PUD’s benefit that may be available if hired, different employee types are eligible for different benefits.

Grant PUD — Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org)

First review of applications will occur on July 30th, 2026. Applicants meeting minimum qualifications may undergo further evaluation based on preferred qualifications and other job-related criteria. Only the most qualified candidates will be referred for further consideration.

The District may use the applicant pool and results from this recruitment to fill additional vacancies in the same classification for up to six (6) months following the recruitment closing date, consistent with District policy and applicable law.

Position Summary

Grant PUD is seeking to fill three Project Manager positions within the Enterprise Project Management Office, two positions in Power Production, and one position in Enterprise Technology. These positions may be filled at the Project Manager or Senior Project Manager level depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, and demonstrated capabilities.

Under general supervision, this position manages small to complex projects. This position coordinates with and provides support to technical and subject matter experts to facilitate the successful completion of projects from conception to delivery. This generally includes project scoping, estimating, scheduling, permitting, budgeting, communication, risk management, vendor management, all aspects of project implementation and balancing competing priorities within and among concurrent and diverse projects

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Project Manager:

• Ensure projects are implemented successfully and, in a manner, consistent with the established Grant PUD Project Management Program.
• Fulfill all required elements of the Grant PUD Project Management Framework.
• Identify and manage all internal and external resources necessary to plan, execute, and close out projects.
• Direct and coach assigned project coordinators and senior project coordinators as it pertains to managing a project.
• Develop project scope, schedule, budget, risks, and alternatives.
• Coordinate development of design criteria, technical specifications, special requirements, system requirements, quality control requirements, inspection plans, commissioning plan and or testing plans.
• Identify internal and external milestones and time constraints that impact schedule.
• Conduct or coordinate economic analyses as needed for evaluation of alternatives.
• Develop procurement plans and develop/manage contracts as necessary to conduct and support projects.
• Identify any necessary permitting requirements, manage permitting processes, and ensure full regulatory compliance.
• Identify internal and external stakeholders and implement communication and coordination plans.
• Manage relationships between project participants, including contractors and consultants, and stakeholders including support staff and customers.
• Define Project Expectations and Management Plan utilizing established tools.
• Define and implement Safety program for both internal and contracted work.
• Develop a comprehensive WBS including work packages to guide implementation of project tasks.
• Ensure all project related tasks are identified in the project schedule for each project phase and that all tasks are resource loaded.
• Evaluate and implement the most appropriate project methodology for a project (e.g. design build; Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid, etc.)
• Monitor projects utilizing standard tools and provide progress reports including standard metrics.
• Execute the Grant PUD project controls SOP.
• Maintain costs within established budgets and financial parameters; ensure cost effective decisions are made within delegated authority; monitor expenditures for accuracy.
• Use established processes to manage, approve, report, and coordinate changes in scope, schedule, budget, and risks.
• Maintain risk register for early identification of risks on projects and contracts.
• Establish processes for resolution of non-conformances with technical and quality requirements.
• Ensure version control for project documentation and that final documentation is created and maintained according to records retention standards.
• Ensure revisions to drawings and operational procedures are completed prior to placing an asset into service.
• Ensure training on new procedures and equipment is provided and that operations and maintenance procedures are properly documented prior to placing an asset into service.

Senior Project Manager:

• The primary responsibility of this position is to ensure that projects are implemented successfully and, in a manner, consistent with the established Grant PUD Project Management Program. This position may be required to directly perform any of the following duties and responsibilities or may coordinate their implementation with technical experts or other project support staff.
• Develop project scope, schedule, budget, risks, and alternatives.
• Coordinate development of design criteria, technical specifications, special requirements, system requirements, quality control requirements, inspection plans, commissioning plan and or testing plans.
• Identify internal and external milestones and time constraints that impact schedule.
• Conduct or coordinate economic analyses as needed for evaluation of alternatives.
• Develop procurement plans and develop/manage contracts as necessary to conduct and support projects.
• Identify any necessary permitting requirements, manage permitting processes, and ensure full regulatory compliance.
• Identify internal and external stakeholders and implement communication and coordination plans.
• Manage relationships between project participants, including contractors and consultants, and stakeholders including support staff and customers.
• Define Project Expectations and Management Plan utilizing established tools.
• Define and implement Safety program for both internal and contracted work.
• Develop work packages to guide implementation of project tasks.
• Evaluate and implement the most appropriate project methodology for a project (e.g: design build; Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid, etc.)
• Monitor projects utilizing standard tools and provide progress reports including standard metrics.
• Maintain costs within established budgets and financial parameters; ensure cost effective decisions are made within delegated authority; monitor expenditures for accuracy.
• Use established processes to manage, report and coordinate changes in scope, schedule, budget, and risks.
• Maintain risk register for early identification of risks on high-cost projects and contracts.
• Establish processes for resolution of non-conformances with technical and quality requirements.
• Ensure version control for project documentation and that final documentation is created and maintained according to records retention standards.
• Ensure revisions to drawings and operational procedures are completed prior to placing an asset into service.
• Ensure training on new procedures and equipment is provided and that operations and maintenance procedures are properly documented prior to placing an asset into service.
• Direct and coach assigned project coordinators, senior project coordinators, and project managers as it pertains to managing a project.
• Develop and deliver training on Grant PUD’s project management approach and project management framework

General (applies to all levels)

• In this position, if needed to operate a GPUD vehicle for business purposes, please refer to the Vehicle/Asset Usage Policy, IS-TA-POL-001.
• Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan, and Grant PUD/IBEW Local 77 Code of Excellence. The incumbent should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations.
• Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies & procedures, as well as NERC/WECC.
• Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to:
  • Following all safety policies and procedures.
  • Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions.
  • Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor; and
  • Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.

Required Qualifications (Education, Experience, Licenses & Certifications):

Project Manager:

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, Engineering, Science, Construction Management, Business, Communications, Organizational Development, or related field OR 2 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
• 3 years of experience in project coordination, project or change management, or similar field of work
• Possess the following certifications:
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) at time of hire or within 18 months of hire -AND--
  • Prosci Change Management certification at time of hire or within 12 months of hire.

Senior Project Manager:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field; OR 2 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• 5 years’ experience in project coordination, project or change management, or similar field of work.
• Possess the following certifications:
  
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) at time of hire or within 18 months of hire --AND--
  • Prosci Change Management certification at time of hire or within 12 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications (Education, Experience, Licenses & Certifications):

• Agile PM certification.

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of project management principles and Grant PUD Project Management Program; government and permitting agencies; organizational and department policies and procedures; inventory control; federal and state rules and guidelines; budgeting and general financial analysis; scientific and math principles.
• Skill in working projects through to completion; ability to lead project teams; excellence in verbal and written communication; ability to provide clarity of technical information to diverse audiences; negotiating to achieve success; advanced skill in planning projects and organizing related documents, information and implementation of project management processes; understanding strategic relationships between projects and Grant PUD’s operations or customers; operating a personal computer and general office equipment; typing and entering data with speed and accuracy; advanced skill utilizing MS office products and other project management tools, and applications.

Physical Requirements

• Position may be eligible for hybrid work arrangement: Yes No
• Majority of work is performed in a standard office setting.
  • Will perform work onsite at the locations of the assigned Business Units
• Typical shift of employees in this position: 8 hours 9 hours 10 hours 12 hours

*For a full list of requirements, the applicant/incumbent should refer to the Physical Capacity Evaluation (PCE).

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, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas