Resource Planner - OahuDate:Oct 22, 2024Location: Honolulu, Hawaii (HI), US, 96813Company: hawaiianelWe recognize our competitive advantage -- our people. We believe in our people, who share our vision of meeting the needs of our employees, customers, and communities and who carry out the continued success of the company.Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package.BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:The P ZB RESOURCE PLANNING Department of the P OPERATIONS PLANNING & CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Management vacancy available. (Role: Professional)JOB FUNCTION:Researches, plans, schedules, monitors, and coordinates work and materials to integrate and manage maintenance and project activities for optimal utilization of the Operations area’s resources in Energy Delivery.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Develops the workscope for the work to be performed for customer, system, corrective & preventive maintenance activities (Overhead and Underground) taking into account forecasted budgets and variances, past history, performance monitoring and other documentation. This information will come from Asset Management, Maintenance Engineers, Engineering & Customer Engineering and computerized systems like SAP, SIMS, and maintenance inspection databases.Plans the work to be done for customer, system, corrective and preventive activities based on work scopes developed. Planning includes researching and identifying the work to be done; writing work procedures; researching, identifying, preparing requisitions and ordering equipment, services, and materials needed to accomplish the job; submitting holdoffs and making customer outage arrangements for the safety of personnel performing the work; understanding community impacts related to scheduled jobs and ensuring proper notifications and arrangements are made; and estimating job duration and manpower requirements. Coordination of work with and for customers and government agencies may be required. Ensures compliance with all appropriate documentation systems SAP, Click, SIMS,, & etc.), and work planning policies and procedures.Creates the schedule to coordinate Operations area’s personnel, vendors, and outside services for customer, system, corrective and preventive activities in which resource utilization is maximized. Prepares the schedule in the software available, and takes into account other work, equipment and resource availability, materials availability and budget constraints. Coordinates work between various baseyards.Evaluates and measures work progress on a daily basis; adjusts and updates computerized schedule and the allocation of resources and materials as needed to ensure that the work planned is completed per schedule. Provides updates and estimates of effort needed to complete work. Coordinates and facilitates project meetings, before, during and after the work effort if needed.Identifies the present and future demand schedules for projects/work, in close collaboration with other departments for work & budgetary purposes. Creates work orders to track costs. Prepares reports on resource needs and availability for all resources including but not limited to personnel, monetary, equipment and material.Establishes benchmarks with respect to tasks and resource allocation. Promotes teamwork and self-directed workforce in support of the corporate and department mission/vision.Supports two-way communication to ensure feedback is received and customer satisfaction is achieved.Interacts with all employees and other internal and external suppliers and customers in a positive, supportive, and collaborative manner, to ensure the fulfillment of company strategic objectives.Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Knowledge RequirementsWorking knowledge of estimating, planning, or scheduling of construction, maintenance, or operations activities highly desirableGeneral knowledge of electrical utility transmission and distributions system facilities and equipment, acceptable work practices, and safety requirements desirable.Ability to read and understand construction drawings and standards preferably with some knowledge of electrical drawings (one line diagrams, electronic mapping programs & etc.)Understanding of warehouse operations such as researching inventory and ordering equipment and materials preferred.Proficiency with personal computers, mainframe systems, and related software applications (i.e., project management, spreadsheets, word processing, such as MS Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)Working knowledge of construction management and contract administration principles.General knowledge of budgeting and forecasting and utility finance or accounting methods.Working knowledge of project management principles.Familiarity with applicable state and federal regulations/permits, laws, and codes.Skills RequirementsSelf-starter. Able to support department and/or company goals and objectives with little or no direction.Strong interpersonal skills to create teamwork between staff, internal and external customers and suppliers (personnel in both the bargaining unit and merit positions)Strong job planning skills, including estimation, task sequencing, and resource allocation.Strong organizational skills.Ability to effectively communicate to all levels of personnel (internal/external customers and suppliers), both in written and verbal communications.Ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver's license. Must meet the standards for frequent required driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Required Driving Positions policy.Demonstrate analytical, conceptual and problem solving skills to assess the demands of the work, recommend proper actions, and handle multiple systems, projects and programs with minimal supervision.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Leadership skills and ability to work with a variety of individuals occasionally dealing with sensitive, difficult, or confrontational issues.Experience RequirementsGraduate of a Lineman apprenticeship program or equivalent with multiple (5-7) years experience in the construction and maintenance of utility facilities or equipment, some of that experience preferably at the working foreman level or supervisory level experience; orEngineering degree in mechanical, electrical or civil disciplines with several (3-5) years of experience in the design, operations or maintenance of utility facilities or equipment or equivalent; orMultiple (5-7) years experience as a construction manager for small to large construction projects, preferably with exposure to electric utility work practices, construction contract administration, utility finance or accounting methods, and materials management; orExtensive (7 or more) years experience in the estimating, planning, or scheduling of construction, maintenance or operations activities preferably related to utility facilities or equipmentA few (1-3) years experience in project management is desirable.Role: ProfessionalNumber of Vacancies: 1Location: Honolulu – OahuHiring Range: The hiring range for the Resource Planner - Oahu (Req ID 9210) position is $85,700.00 to $109,300.00. The person selected will be placed according to his/her skills and qualifications.About Hawaiian Electric CompaniesHawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state's 1.4 million residents. The company is also one of the state's leading employers and a major contributor and supporter of community and educational programs.The demand for power that has fueled the growth of the Hawaiian Islands has been met by Hawaiian Electric Companies for well over a century. And as the next millennium unfolds, the company is committed to providing quality service and seeking clean local energy sources to power generations of Hawaii families and businesses to come. Visit us at .Interested individuals should apply online. The application must clearly indicate the demonstrated experience/knowledge/skills/abilities the candidate possesses which specifically qualifies him/her for the position.Applicant CertificationBy submitting an application for the position, candidates:Authorize the Hawaiian Electric Companies to confirm all statements contained in the application and/or any materials submitted and made a part of the application as they relate to the position and to the extent permitted by law;Authorize and consent to, without reservation, the Hawaiian Electric Companies sharing any and all information regarding previous or present employment, educational training or personal information from their records and from any other source with the hiring department or subsidiary company;Release, discharge, and hold harmless, Hawaiian Electric Companies, from any and all liability for any damage which may be claimed as a result of furnishing such information to the hiring department or subsidiary company;Authorizes release and transfer of all personnel records to be maintained by the hiring company in the event of an inter-company transfer; andAuthorize, direct, and consent to Hawaiian Electric Companies and/or its authorized agents to conduct investigations into candidates' background. These investigations may include, but are not limited to searches for information about applicants; record of criminal convictions to the extent permitted by law, education records, professional certifications, personal character references, and employment history.EEO StatementHawaiian Electric Companies is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. We actively seek diversity among our employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex/gender (including gender identity/expression), ancestry/national origin, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws. We further encourage individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply.Hawaiian Electric Companies complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any request for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be communicated by the candidate to the HR Service Center at (808) 543-4848.Affiliate DisclaimerHawaiian Electric Company, Inc., Maui Electric Company, and Hawaii Electric Light (“Company”) are Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (“PUC”) regulated companies. The disclosure relating to Affiliate Transaction Requirements that follows is made pursuant to the PUC’s Decision and Order No. 35962, issued on December 19, 2018, and subsequently modified by Order No. 36112, issued on January 24, 2019 in Docket No. 2018-0065.By submitting your application, you understand and acknowledge that, if you are hired by the Company and subsequently transferred, assigned or otherwise employed by an Affiliate, said Affiliate will be required to make a one-time payment to the Company in an amount up to twenty-five percent (25%) of your base annual compensation.In addition, if you are hired by the Company and subsequently transferred, assigned or otherwise employed by an Affiliate or an Affiliate-Related Entity, for a period of one year, you cannot appear in negotiations or otherwise interact directly with the Company or work on the same matter that you worked on while with the Company.Affiliate is defined as “any person or entity that possesses an ‘affiliate interest’ in a utility as defined by section 269-19.5, Hawaii Revised Statutes (“HRS”), including a utility’s parent holding company, except as otherwise provided by HRS section 269-19.5(h).”Affiliate-Related Entity is defined as “a third party that provides electricity-related services in a regulated utility’s service territory that has a material financial, operational, or ownership interest with an unregulated affiliate of the utility and of whom the utility has reasonable knowledge.”For a current list of all Affiliates and Affiliate-Related Entities, please see: list may be amended, updated or revised from time to time without notice.Nearest Major Market:HonoluluNearest Secondary Market:Hawaii