Sr Mgr Gas Operations

Description

• Industry Leadership & External Engagement - Represent the company on a national scale through active participation in gas industry forums such as; AGA, MEA , and other industry leadership forums. Lead and support regulatory rate cases, risk management initiatives, tariff compliance, and media engagement efforts.
• Lean Coaching & Organizational Development (CE Way) - Coach and sponsor Lean methodologies—including visual management, standard work, problem-solving, and continuous improvement—while mentoring and guiding Managers through complex escalations and cross-functional leadership challenges.
• Labor Relations & Union Partnership - Collaborate with Labor Relations and union leadership to resolve contract disputes and grievances while strategically supporting contract negotiation and implementation across zonal areas.
• Safety & Crisis Response Management - Champion a statewide safety culture by developing and executing strategic safety plans and incident countermeasures across multiple zones. Serve as Incident Commander during critical events, leading the creation and implementation of Incident Action Plans to advance ICS protocols and training programs.
• Operational & Financial Leadership - Oversee specialty gas operations spanning welding, control systems, industrial and commercial service, regulation, and cathodic protection, while leading multi-million-dollar financial programs through KPI-driven forecasting and budget management. Authorize operational and maintenance requisitions and steer statewide strategic initiatives with clearly defined milestones and performance metrics.
• Emergency Response and Preparedness - Coordinate and execute emergency response plans for natural gas utility incidents, ensuring rapid containment, public safety, and regulatory compliance. Develop and maintain preparedness strategies, including training, drills, and interagency collaboration, to enhance readiness for critical events and system disruptions.
• Enterprise Metrics & Performance Reviews - Own and manage critical company and MPSC metrics such as EICP, Leak Backlog, NSIF, and safety performance, presenting operating reviews at executive levels to drive transparency and accountability. Align departmental actions with broader business objectives and cross-functional interdependencies to ensure cohesive organizational success.
• Strategic Oversight & Regulatory/Compliance Excellence - Ensure compliance with over 2,500 federal and state gas code requirements through meticulous planning, execution, and oversight, while interpreting complex engineering designs, procedures, and load calculations to drive operational excellence. Lead investigations into process and standard violations, implementing corrective actions aligned with code interpretation and regulatory compliance.
• Apply corporate safety protocols and lead statewide safety initiatives with a deep understanding of environmental compliance requirements in the gas utility sector.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in Lean application (CE Way), including waste elimination, automation, and structured problem-solving frameworks, paired with a strong ability to guide teams through operational reviews, standard work development, and visual management
• This role is classified by the company as safety-sensitive (SCCO). Employees in this role will be subject to random drug testing.
• [OR] High School Diploma with 11 years of experience in related gas system or leadership experience
• [OR] Associate's Degree in a Technical or Business related field with 9 years of experience in related gas system or leadership experience
• Proven success in managing O&M and Capital funding programs through strategic budgeting and forecasting, while making high-stakes decisions under pressure with precision and control.
• Knowledge of natural gas procedures and industry practices that comply with PHMSA and MPSC Regulations and Code Requirements and enable relationships with the MPSC and Commission Safety Engineers during high pressure emergent situations
• Skilled in negotiating union agreements at both local and statewide levels, with deep experience interpreting and operating within complex labor contracts. Maintains strong collaborative relationships across departments to ensure strong labor relations.
• This role requires the ability to make high-stakes decisions under pressure, communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, and ensure operational continuity through strategic preparedness initiatives and real-time crisis management.
• Possess expert knowledge of Federal Rules and MPSC State Code (PHMSA and MPSC regulations) ensuring code compliance during daily operations while maintaining strong relationships with regulatory agencies to effectively navigate emergent scenarios.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including executive-level presentation capabilities, enable effective engagement with senior leadership and BOD. Recognized as a trusted advisor in rate case ruling, media engagement, tariff compliance.
• Bachelor's Degree in a Technical or Business related field with 7 years of experience in related gas system or leadership experience
• Expert level knowledge of incident command systems (ICS), regulatory compliance standards and utility-specific emergency protocols. They must demonstrate advanced skills in developing and executing coordinated and comprehensive emergency response plans.
• Demonstrated leadership in gas operations including commercial and industrial service, welding, regulation, cathodic protection, and control systems paired with expertise in interpreting engineering designs, complex procedures, and load calculations.

Benefits

• Up to 13 paid Holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Educational Assistance Program
• Paid time off
• 401k with company match
• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical, Dental and Vision

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance