What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Planning Analyst Associate thru Analyst- Transmission Operations position at Oncor?
Salary Range: $64,687 - $107,173
Relocation: Yes
**This opportunity qualifies for the West Texas Adder**
About Us
Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, headquartered in Dallas, is a regulated electricity transmission and distribution business that uses superior asset management skills to provide reliable electricity delivery to consumers. Oncor (together with its subsidiaries) operates the largest transmission and distribution system in Texas, delivering power to nearly 4 million homes and businesses and operating more than 144,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines in Texas.
Summary
Working under the direct supervision of the Transmission Region Director, the Project Planning Analyst - Operations will work with District Management to review and allocate resource needs for project construction schedules, critical maintenance needs, as well as coordinating with resources among various entities, and supporting the safe culture in our business unit. This individual may also assist with clearance coordination, asset commissioning forms and serve as a liaison to outside workgroups, including the Region Project Management Office (PMO).
The Project Planning Analyst - Operations is expected to work from the office as well as the field, as required, to fulfill the duties and responsibilities of the role. The environment and working conditions can be physically and mentally demanding. This position may require on-site visits regardless of weather conditions. The Analyst will be expected to prioritize and provide managerial support to the district operations team to ensure safe and successful outcomes.
The Project Planning Analyst - Operations clearly and concisely expresses ideas verbally and in writing. This individual comprehends and processes information and responds to communications from others. The Analyst effectively utilizes communication skills to keep appropriate parties informed. This person demonstrates effective listening ability to determine the needs of others and treats others with respect.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Directly or through others, the incumbent:
- Develops, revises, and maintains maintenance and construction schedules to ensure reliability in each district.
- Revises, and maintains district North America Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) required relay and battery maintenance schedules.
- Proactively tracks Materials and Prints necessary for District commissioning of projects, ensuring these items are received in time for successful project completion.
- Monitor and represent District interests in various meetings such as pre-bid meetings, pre-construction, customer-related, etc.
- Communicates effectively on overall project status and maintains relationships with multiple parties both internal and external to Oncor to resolve potential customer issues. May request line and equipment Clearance and Holds from Transmission Grid Management (TGM).
- Submits and updates project Network Operations Model Change Request (NOMCR) information to Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Services.
- Supports local district management to conduct job site safety audits and driving audits to support a safe work culture.
- Supports local district management in emergency management situations to restore power, assist with logistics and other related duties as required.
- Monitor Operations and Maintenance (O&M) and capital expenditures to ensure compliance within budgeted parameters.
- Assist with the recruiting and development of a highly skilled and diverse workforce.
- Support a positive work environment to maximize an effective team.
- The Project Planning Analyst - Operations will assist with data management for applications as required.
- Tracks project documentation pre and post job.
- Communicates effectively on overall project status and maintains relationships with multiple parties both internal and external to Oncor to resolve construction and coordination issues.
- Complies with safety rules. Understands Oncor Transmission and Contractor Safety Handbook requirements.
- Performs all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements.
Skills
- Project management skills with experience managing large projects/programs.
- Ability to work in team of cross functional individuals.
- Flexibility and adaptability along with excellent negotiating skills and ability to influence others.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate complex issues in public and private forums.
- Ability to consistently meet deadlines by multitasking and prioritizing work.
- Ability to quickly learn various software platforms.
- Ability to respond effectively and favorably to change. Can adjust and accept changes in priorities without undue loss of productivity.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
- Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Science, or Business Administration are encouraged to apply.
- State of Texas driver’s license is required.
- Must be proficient with the MS Office suite including Outlook, Excel and Word.
- Understands and is familiar with the design, operation and/or construction of Transmission electric system facilities and has a basic knowledge of Transmission line and substation construction activities and materials
In addition to the above, the Analyst role requires:
- Two years of industry experience.
Measures of Success
- Safely completes all work assignments in accordance with company standards, within accepted safe working practices, and procedures, and acceptable budget and timeframe
- Effectively works with members of management, other groups to achieve acceptable goals and levels of customer satisfaction.
- Appropriately represents the company in a positive manor.
- Demonstrates awareness of conditions that affect employee and or public safety.
Benefits
At Oncor, we offer a comprehensive set of benefits, compensation and performance management programs designed specifically to attract, retain, motivate and reward our high-performing workforce. Our supportive and inclusive culture allows every team member the opportunity to thrive and make a difference. We invest in our employee’s success and well-being by offering such things as:
- Annual incentive program.
- Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance).
- Ability to earn wellness incentives (up to $2,300 in 2026 as an Employee only) and other wellbeing resources.
- 401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.
- 401k match with student debt program.
- Cash balance pension plan.
- Adoption Assistance.
- Mental health resources.
- Employee resource groups.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays and 2 personal holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury.
- Other perks such as commuter benefits, electric vehicle incentive program, appliance purchase plan.
Participation in benefit programs for employees in collective bargaining units is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.