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Portland General Electric

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Lack of Cohesion - Poor Outlook - Business Analyst Portland General Electric Employee Review

3.0
Jun 12, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Better work life balance than some other investor owned utilities. Average benefits. There are some good managers, but budget constraints are a major factor.

Cons

Financial missteps have led to fewer and fewer employees having to take on more and more work to keep things moving, with a lot of uncertainty about the company's future. Very little communication from upper management about what is causing continued financial constraints, or how long employees will be required to sacrifice. Some truly paltry managers who face zero repercussions for their substandard performances. Low opportunities for growth unless you are willing to put more of your effort into building interdepartmental relationships, than into performing your assigned work.

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Portland General Electric Response
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Thank you for your feedback. We value and take seriously the input from our employees as it helps us identify areas for improvement. We acknowledge the challenges you’ve highlighted regarding financial constraints and the resultant increased workload. We understand how stressful this can be and are actively working on strategies to alleviate these pressures. Communication is key, and we are committed to improving our transparency regarding financial decisions and their impact on our employees. In addition, we are making improvements to be more strategic in our planning which includes financial planning and projects. We appreciate your constructive feedback and are dedicated to making positive changes that benefit all employees. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. -SM

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