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Distribution Services Project Manager

Salt River Project

Salt River Project

Operations
Tempe, AZ, USA
Posted on Feb 17, 2026

Requisition ID: 19737

Join us in building a better future for Arizona!

SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.

Why Work at SRP

At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.

SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

  • Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching
  • Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
  • Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
  • Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
  • Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
  • Short and long-term disability plans
  • Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
  • 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Summary

Responsible for leading a multidisciplinary team across SRP to manage the design, construction, and execution of complex, high-value projects, often exceeding $10 million and spanning multiple years. Oversee the development of comprehensive project plans, including schedules, cost estimates, risk assessments, and resource strategies, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Provide strategic leadership and technical expertise to resolve cross-functional challenges and drive project outcomes that align with organizational objectives, meeting customer expectations. Serve as the single point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership, regulatory agencies, and key customers, ensuring alignment and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.

What You'll Do

  • Manage and coordinate all aspects of project activities supported by a multidisciplinary, matrix team, including planning, permitting, design/engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
  • Integrate vendor tasks into project plans, track progress, and review deliverables as needed.
  • Lead projects involving transmission and distribution systems (typically above or below 34.5 KV) from generating plants to substations and end consumers.
  • Serve as the primary SRP contact for federal projects requiring coordination among distribution, transmission, and irrigation.
  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders to address complex issues and achieve project goals.
  • Facilitate meetings to ensure effective communication and collaboration across all parties.
  • Oversee project planning, resourcing, staffing, progress reporting, budget management, vendor relationships, and troubleshooting.
  • Coordinate budgeting across all SRP business groups involved in projects.
  • Communicate project updates proactively to teams, management, and stakeholders, ensuring accurate records.
  • Prepare documentation for issue escalation to the steering committee, including Directors and key stakeholders such as Legal Services and Land.
  • Maintain established processes and procedures with external contractors.
  • Implement continuous improvements and best practices, incorporating lessons learned after each project.
  • Coordinate and inspect distribution construction activities.
  • Represent SRP to outside agencies and serve as the single point of contact for external customers when applicable.
  • Perform other job-related functions as assigned.

Experience

A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience is required. In lieu of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 9 years may be considered.

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

  • Excellent leadership and decision-making skills.
  • Creative problem-solving ability; capable of balancing competing requirements and multiple projects under pressure.
  • Strong understanding of project management processes, principles, and methodologies.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to adapt to change and prioritize projects effectively.
  • Strategic thinking with the ability to execute and deliver results within deadlines.
  • In-depth knowledge of SRP design and construction standards and best practices.
  • Demonstrated ability to take initiative and complete tasks with minimal oversight.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

Education

A bachelor's degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.

Hybrid Workplace

SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.

Work Authorization

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.