Principal Strategic Efficiency Consultant

• Define strategic continuous improvement objectives and analyze business needs to identify process improvement initiatives aligned to strategic goals.
• Scope potential initiatives to forecast benefits and resource needs, and maintain a repository and roadmap of continuous improvement activities.
• Provide insights for complex, cross-functional improvement initiatives using financial reporting and assess impacts of changes to process, technology, organization structure, and policy.

This role drives operational and financial efficiency within a major utility, enabling the organization to invest in cleaner, more affordable energy solutions that benefit Oregon communities and the environment.

• Bachelor's degree in business, communications, organizational development, psychology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Eight or more years in project management, change management, process improvement, strategic finance, cost transformation, consulting, or related field.
• Strongly prefer PMP certification and/or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, CBPL, CCIM, or change management certification such as PROSCI; CPA, FPAC, or other finance/accounting certification also preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of project management, change management, process improvement methodologies, systems thinking, and strategic thinking; advanced analytical, consulting, and communication skills.

Actual total compensation includes a performance-based incentive bonus, commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. PGE provides a total rewards package supporting well-being and professional development.

Portland General Electric (PGE) is a utility company dedicated to advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are affordable and accessible, while energizing lives and strengthening communities in Oregon.