Planner Analyst

Planner Analyst

The Water Operations Work Management team is seeking a Planner Analyst to plan, schedule, and perform analyses for various work groups in Water. This position has a direct impact on the reliability of our water systems and services, as well as our organization's ability to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective water service to our customers.

You will be responsible for managing multiple programs of work, which could include any of the following: Cathodic Protection, Condition Assessment, Leak Detection & Survey, Raw Water Operations, Raw Water Pipeline, Water & Wastewater Construction Maintenance, Water Distribution Operations, Water Instrumentation & Control or others; depending on aptitude, background, and experience.  Successful candidates in this role will be accountable for building productive cross-functional relationships and promoting a positive and collaborative work environment, with an emphasis on identifying and implementing best practices to create organizational business efficiencies.

A day in the life of a Planner Analyst may include:

• Facilitating and conducting complex analytical planning activities for the schedule and layout of critical construction and operations projects
• Scheduling, preparing, planning, reviewing, and analyzing projects and work order requests amongst resource availability and SLA’s.
• Estimating labor and equipment costs for proposed projects
• Conducting pre-planning inspections and performing field job scoping tasks
• Attending pre-construction and/or pre-outage meetings
• Researching and locating parts and materials to ensure the execution of project tasks
• Scheduling tasks for a project or crew workforce
• Analyzing, reviewing, and monitoring performance levels while recommending areas of improvement
• Preparing long-range scheduling of capital projects
• Preparing charts, graphs, and other reports for management
• Maintaining and updating Maximo, related records, and reports

Key Areas of Focus:

• Schedule, prepare, plan, review, and analyze work order requests and projects
• Estimate labor and equipment costs for proposed projects 
• Conduct pre-planning inspections and perform field job scoping tasks 
• Attend pre-construction and/or pre-outage meetings
• Research and locate parts and materials
• Schedule tasks for the project or crew workforce
• Analyze, review, and monitor performance levels; recommend areas of improvement
• Maintain a rolling three-week schedule for all programs of work; prepare and use long-range scheduling of capital projects, and align with rolling three-week schedules
• Prepare analytical charts, graphs, and other reports for management
• Maintain and update the work management system and related records and reports
• Building and strengthening relationships across all work groups

Who You Are

• Demonstrated understanding of construction processes and/or complex utility systems
• Experience with using Maximo and other systems of record
• Experienced and proficient in working with Microsoft Office (Excel, Power BI, Word, etc.)
• Knowledge of foundational Work Management principles
• Completion of a Utility apprenticeship and/or direct field experience is valued
• Possession of a State License(s) (Colorado Certified Water Professionals) is valued
• A bachelor's degree is valued
• Strong technical skills related to data management and reporting
• Skilled in logistically supporting work tasks and assignments, utilizing resource forethought and anticipation
• A valid, unrestricted driver's license is required for this role

The following competencies and abilities are critical for success in this role:

• Highly effective and tactful communicator with the ability to build positive and productive working relationships across multiple audiences
• Adaptability and resilience with the ability to adjust constructively and positively to changing circumstances
• High attention to detail
• Time management, organization, and prioritization
• Selfless team player focused on team innovation, growth, and collaboration
• Self-motivated, accountable, and tenacious regarding work execution and professional development

• Focus on implementing business efficiencies and creating process improvements

   

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exerts up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a small amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those required for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a small amount, a job should be rated Light Work when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree or when it requires sitting most of the time, but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls and/or when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is small. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding work, even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

   

•  Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, workspace restrictions and intense noises.

Our Commitment to Our Employees…
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities.  They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving.  We don't just say people are important – we prove it!  That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.

Time Off to Recharge

• Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
• Personal Leave –3 days per year
• Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
• Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
• Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually

Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month

• Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
• Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
• Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
• Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
• Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP

Financial & Retirement Security

• Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
• Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
• Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs

Additional Support

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250  annually to support continued education
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness