Iberdrola

Senior Director - System Operations

In short

This on-site role in Binghamton, New York leads substation operations, metering, and program execution for an electric utility (NY State Electric & Gas, part of Avangrid/Iberdrola), with local accountability for SAIFI reliability metrics and CAPEX program delivery. The company posting this is a large regulated electric and gas utility operator. It demands 15+ years of relevant experience, a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, prior supervisory/management experience, and strong budget, change-management, and project-management skills. Salary ranges from $164,000 to $205,000 depending on experience and location.

What We Offer:
•Competitive benefits and growth opportunities.
•Generous performance-based bonuses.
•12% 401(k) match.
•Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
•Tuition reimbursement.
•Professional development and clear career-advancement pathways.
The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from: $164,000 - $205,000.
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for (1) Operation of substations, (2) operation of meters and (3) execution of Programs. Local accountability over SAIFI for substations and lines (operating company level). It is part of this role to guarantee execution of programs according to local needs and approved CAPEX.
The position provides leadership and direction to achieve goals and implement change. Responsibilities within the four areas mentioned above include safety, reliability, customer satisfaction, cost-effective resource allocation, staff selection and development, process improvement and oversight, major project management, and daily field operations activities.
Coordinates and participates in problem resolution and emergency response with other functions and subject matter experts. Ensures administrative matters such as payroll, budgets, performance reviews, safety, scheduling, and work management reports are completed in a timely and accurate manner. Responsible for the safe and efficient Operating Company emergency preparedness and restoration efforts.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Develops and implements annual business plan for all areas mentioned above, including O&M and Capital budgets. Monitors ongoing progress and reallocates resources as necessary to ensure goal achievement (Safety, Reliability, and Customer Service).
•Oversees and evaluates work processes. Identifies and implements process improvements. Creates a climate of innovation in which ideas for process improvement are continually encouraged from within the organization.
•Responsible for the safe and efficient Operating Company emergency preparedness and restoration efforts.
•Oversees departments' initiatives, the preparation of budgets, and the tracking, cost control, and reporting of actual O&M and capital expenditures.
•Responsible for employee goals and objectives while ensuring alignment with department and corporate goals.
•Reviews reports that document performance in meeting department, corporate, or Regulatory goals and requirements.
•Represents the company on various teams or committees regarding state, regional, or national issues. Acts as liaison for the Company with customers and with state and municipal agencies to coordinate efforts.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience Required:
•Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering or related field experience, with a minimum of 15 years relevant experience.
•Master's Degree preferred.
•Electrical operations experience is required (substation engineering experience is preferred).
•Prior supervisory/management experience.
•Change management.
•Organizational management.
•Scheduling and planning.
•Thorough knowledge of company, federal, and state policies and procedures.
•Familiarity with budget preparation.
•Knowledge of electric maintenance delivery practices.
Skills/Abilities:
•Able to solve complex problems
•Leverage technology to improve business processes
•Project management skills
•Business acumen
•Strategy design and implementation
•Advanced communication skills
•Advanced negotiation skills
•Mentoring ability
•People development skills
•Able to multi-task
•Performance management
Company: NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP
Mobility Information
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.
Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.
Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee's management.

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