Director - Transmission Operations

Description

• Operational Oversight: Lead daily transmission field operations, including system maintenance, outage response, and asset management. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including NYISO and FERC standards. Oversee vegetation management planning and execution for transmission corridors. Direct the execution of Transmission programs, including Transmission Line Inspection (TLI), Wood Pole Inspection and Treatment (WPIT), Associated corrective maintenance, and reliability initiatives.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as company representative in industry forums, regulatory meetings, and public engagements. Build and maintain relationships with local governments, utilities, and community organizations. Lead coordination efforts during emergencies and system restoration events.
• Process Improvement & Innovation: Evaluate and enhance work processes across transmission engineering, planning, and execution. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Leverage technology and operational dashboards to optimize performance.
• Project & Resource Management: Direct major transmission infrastructure projects from concept through execution. Oversee execution of programs including TLI, WPIT connections, and capital reliability initiatives. Coordinate with internal teams (e.g., Distribution, Engineering, Supply Chain) to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery. Manage contractor relationships and ensure quality and safety standards are met.
• Strategic Leadership & Planning: Develop and execute the annual business plan for Transmission Operations, including O&M and Capital budgets. Align transmission strategies with corporate goals for safety, reliability, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Monitor performance metrics and adjust resources to ensure goal achievement.
• People Leadership: Set performance goals and development plans for direct reports and broader transmission teams. Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and innovation. Mentor and develop future leaders within the organization.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Proven experience in budget management, project execution, and performance optimization.
• Experience in mentoring and talent development across geographic boundaries.
• Experience with NYISO/FERC compliance and transmission reliability standards.
• Strong business acumen and commercial thinking.
• Master’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Prior Supervisory/Management experience.
• Ability to foster innovation and lead change in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Ability to manage complex problems and drive strategic solutions.
• High School Diploma and 18 years of relevant experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Deep understanding of transmission system design, operations, and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with transmission vegetation management and asset lifecycle planning.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, business, or a related discipline, with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or
• Associate’s degree and 14 years of relevant experience, or

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance