Requisition: 83876
PSEG Company: Public Service Electric & Gas Co.
Salary Range: $ 161,200 - $ 264,900
Work Location Category: Onsite
We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it’s safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.
Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued.
We know life isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither is work. That’s why we offer flexible work options depending on the role.
In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of three work location categories:
1. Onsite – roles where employees are expected to be onsite daily.
2. Hybrid fixed – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work fixed days each week
3. Hybrid flexible – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work, but the onsite requirements have greater flexibility. (i.e. 5-8 days a month vs. set days each week).
As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits from day one, designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, parental leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.
More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.
PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
Job Summary
In an effort offer development opportunities, Electric Operations would like to extend the following rotational assignment to qualified associates, therefore at this time, only current PSEG employees are being considered.
This position will provide strategic and proactive leadership for the Electric T&D Operating Division including; Outside Plant Distribution System expansion and reliability design, Division work plan development/prioritization/coordination/scheduling, New Business supply planning including solar/EV charging/electrification, overall project management for Division-managed projects, overall Division budget management and oversight, and main Division interface to Asset Management and DP&C on project initiation and execution. Overall technical responsibility for the design of the outside plant system to provide safe and reliable power to approximately a half million electric customers in a Division.
As an employee of PSE&G Electric Operations, you should be aware that during storm/outage restoration efforts, you will be required to perform functions different from normal operations and your regular work schedule. Main storm responsibilities include leading the Division in its restoration functions. You will also be required to perform Manager On-Call responsibilities. You may also be required to work in an alternate location since Division resources have multiple reporting locations.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead, direct and manage Distribution system planning and develop associated work scopes and estimates in support Distribution System Reinforcement, New Business, Reliability Improvements, and other programs.
- Direct and oversee the Division’s $30M+ O&M and $60M+ Capital budgets. Directly support the planning and execution of the overall Utility Capital plan affecting the Division ($200M+) plus BPU approved Programs
- Function as Manager on call and lead storm restoration efforts to include acting as Storm Commander. Develop and direct the implementation of emergency plans to ensure system integrity and initiate the investigation/reporting of system abnormalities as required.
- Lead the development and implementation of strategic objectives at the Division and Electric Operations level
- Temporarily fill in for the Sr. Director ET&D – Operations in the Division as needed
- Provide matrixed leadership and guidance to other Division Departments in the areas of work plan prioritization, budgets, and balanced scorecard initiatives
- Lead industrial relations matters pertaining to Division resource allocation and assigned grievance matters
- Oversee the planning support of Operations including outage planning support
- Direct the development of plans of supply for large new business customers, including solar/EV charging/electrification/renewables
- Provide strategy and direction in the development of the Division work plan and ensure full integration with Centralized Work Planning, Asset Management, Utility Finance and Projects & Construction
- Lead and direct the Division’s interface with Projects & Construction and other entities supporting projects such as Asset Management, and Renewables & Energy Solutions
- Provides strategy and direction in the development of the Division work plan and ensures full integration with Centralized Work Planning, Asset Management, Utility Finance and Projects & Construction
- Support project initiation, feasibility and scope review activities, including providing Division approvals
- Direct and oversee the development of project contingency plans
- Direct and oversee the project management responsibilities for specific projects assigned to the Division
- Oversee the personal development of associates within the department
- Lead efforts to periodically review industry benchmarking and implement relevant improvements to achieve Company and business unit goals
- Maintain and apply working knowledge of PSEG Standards for Business Controls and meet management's expectations for effective internal business controls
- The Distribution Manager Eng & Resources will directly report to this role
- Ability to rotate through various similar roles throughout Electric T&D
Job Specific Qualifications
- BS/BA in Engineering or Business Management or other closely related degree or a minimum of 10 years of Electric Utility experience.
- Minimum 10 years of relevant knowledge and experience in electric or gas distribution design / engineering, operations, maintenance or construction.
- Knowledge of the Electric Distribution system and processes.
- Demonstrated leadership and teamwork ability, exceptional communication skills with all levels in the organization.
- Demonstrated leadership and technical skills with experience in change management, construction, maintenance, financial analysis, work planning competencies, experience in labor relations negotiations/issue resolution.
- Knowledge of contract management and administration, strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated managerial experience, knowledge of environmental and regulatory compliance, demonstrated ability to apply quality tools within the context of process improvement efforts and achieve results.
- Proficient in the utilization of workforce management systems, e.g., SAP, MWMS, OMS, etc.
- Demonstrated teamwork, interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with all levels in the organization.
- Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skills.
- Proficient in the Microsoft office suite.
- Strong planning and organizational skills.
- Possess and maintain a valid US driver’s license.
Desired
- MBA or advanced management training.
- IBEW Contract management.
- OPEIU Contract management.
- PMP® Certification.
- Demonstrated experience in financial and/or work resource planning and forecasting.
Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on the attached list not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).
As an employee of PSEG, you should be aware that during emergency restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.
For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing.
Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.
If you are a current PSEG Long Island (PSEGLI) employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries other than PSEGLI, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to PSEG, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG new hires. Similarly, for PSEG employees who accept job opportunities with PSEGLI, your benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of PSEGLI.
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