Project Analyst

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Posting End Date:  at 11:59PM HST

BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:

The P XB ENERGY CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION Department of the P RENEWABLE ACQUISITION Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 2 Management vacancies available. This position may be filled on Oahu. (Role: Professional)

JOB FUNCTION:

Provides department support with administrating Power Purchase Agreements (“PPA”) and/or policies with Independent Power Producers (“IPP”) for Hawaiian Electric on Oahu, Hawaii Island, and Maui County. Manages the computerized systems and data to effectively manage power purchase projects from conceptualization/inception through negotiations, approvals, construction, commercial operation, and closing of projects. This includes tracking progress on project onboarding, costs, and budgets; analyzing each project’s meter data and performance metrics; complying with PPA requirements; reconciling PPA invoices; and developing summary reports for downstream stakeholders, while maintaining compliance with all required processes (e.g., SOX). Develops, manages, and enhances project processes, PPA spreadsheets (e.g., invoicing, checklists, etc.), and data analytic tools. Develops, documents, and trains on project management procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Contract Invoice and Payment Reconciliation

• Analyzes project meter data and performance metrics. Reconciles invoices, assists with resolution of discrepancies, and processes payments in accordance with contractual agreements and internal deadlines. Tabulates costs, prepares and submits invoices, processes payments received, and updates accounting records for projects or contracts.  Issues monthly purchased power data to various end users in the Company. Enhances invoicing processes to streamline and automate monthly activities.

Operational Data Management

• Manages the division’s data and systems, ensuring timely retrieval and transmittal of critical data in accordance with contractual agreements and internal deadlines.  Develops tools to analyze and visualize data. Develops and maintains procedure documents. Supports and completes all yearly audits ordered by Finance and/or Corporate Audit.

Project Management Support

• Develops, manages, and enhances project processes in order to meet project deadlines and PPA requirements. Supports division activities including managing project costs, obtaining authorizations, submitting PUC reports, etc. Leads, directs, and manages project teams to ensure that projects are completed on time and in accordance with key milestone schedules. Coordinates with Energy Contract Managers for updates to project schedules and reporting of schedule variances.

Department and Division Support

• Support priorities for the Energy Contract Administration Department. Develops, implements, and administers policies and procedures to support Division’s mission and vision and corporate goals and priorities.
• Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Data Science, or related field.
• Knowledge of software applications such as MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project, UI Planner, SAP, SQL, statistical programs (e.g., Python, R), visualization tools (e.g., Power BI), etc.
• Knowledge of Hawaiian Electric cost reporting and budgeting process.

Skills Requirements

• Ability to handle difficult and/or sensitive issues while using tact, courtesy, and discretion.
• Excellent written and oral skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to influence, motivate and persuade various groups or individuals.
• Ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
• Ability to conceptualize new ideas quickly.
• In depth analytical and computational skills to analyze and recommend changes to database programs and processes to effectively manage projects. Ability to code using Excel macros, visualization software, or statistical programs to automate and streamline tasks.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive/confidential matters and materials discreetly and professionally.

Experience Requirements

• A few (1-2) years experience utilizing project management techniques.
• A few (1-2) years of office experience in legal and/or administration areas.
• A few (1-2) years of analytical experience with large datasets and analytical or visualization software (e.g., Excel, Python, R, Power BI, etc.)

Role: Professional 

Number of Vacancies: 2 

Location: Honolulu – Oahu

Hiring Range: The hiring range for the Project Analyst [Req ID 9687] position is $78,000.00 to $93,800.00. The person selected will be placed according to his/her skills and qualifications. 

About Hawaiian Electric Companies
Hawaiian 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 http://hawaiianelectric.com.

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 Certification
By submitting an application for the position, candidates:
1. 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;
2. 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;
3. 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;
4. Authorizes release and transfer of all personnel records to be maintained by the hiring company in the event of an inter-company transfer; and
5. Authorize, 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 Statement Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Hawaiian Electric Companies complies with all applicable laws, including 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 Disclaimer
Hawaiian 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.