Director – Gas Projects and Engineering Services

Overview

Lead gas engineering strategy, oversee $200M+ projects, manage 70 engineers, ensure compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• strategic planning
• capital projects
• engineering standards
• budget management
• kpi monitoring
• emergency readiness

Tasks

This role leads the Gas Engineering functions including: Construction Engineering, Standards Engineering, and System Planning. This position manages over 70 engineering employees, both management and bargaining unit. Construction Engineering ensures the design and implementation of infrastructure projects that align with: corporate strategy, regulatory requirements, and evolving environmental policies, while supporting safety, innovation, and operational excellence across the gas systems. Standards Engineering is responsible for: distribution and transmission integrity management plans and associated projects, research and development, materials, construction standards, and operations and maintenance procedures. System Planning is responsible for: maintenance and application of hydraulic models, gate and regulator station equipment assessment and recommendations including project development, development of projects and strategic business plans, connection of renewable natural gas, and recommendations to address system vulnerabilities. The Director of Gas Engineering is accountable for the strategic planning, oversight, and execution of capital infrastructure investments in gas systems for NYSEG and RG&E exceeding $200 million annually and engineering functions that support construction, operations, and regulatory compliance. -Develop and manage annual, 5-year, and 10-year strategic business plans for NYSEG and RG&E Gas including: regulatory proceedings, rate cases, and audits. -Deliver leak prone pipe replacement program results consistent with State mandated requirements. -Manage and assign work to bargaining unit employees consistent with union contract. -Ensure policies and procedures are developed in accordance with all municipal, state, and federal regulations. -Direct engineering efforts, ensuring consistency in standards, tools, and processes across NYSEG and RG&E and other Avangrid companies where applicable. -Oversee capital projects from planning through execution to ensure delivery of safe, reliable, and cost-effective service to customers. -Champion continuous improvement, innovation, and the use of technology to improve efficiency and safety in all operations. -Execute NY Gas Engineering OpEx budget, ensuring financial accountability and performance against investment goals. -Monitor and report on KPIs, especially capital spend and rate base additions, to ensure performance objectives and regulatory standards are met. -Maintain readiness and effective response to normal, abnormal, and emergency operating conditions for the gas systems. -Lead development and standardization of engineering policies and practices related to gas system design, gas construction standards and operations and maintenance processes, R&D, integrity management programs.

Requirements

• pmp
• 10+ years
• project management
• risk management
• problem solving
• engineering degree

What You Bring

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. -High emotional intelligence and adaptability to take initiative beyond core responsibilities. -Proven leader with strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills. -Skilled in business case development, project management, and resource prioritization. -Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in utility or infrastructure engineering. -Experience in business case development and benefits realization. -Demonstrated success in leading large, diverse engineering teams and managing complex, cross-functional projects. -PMP Certification (preferred). -Deep knowledge of utility operations, customer service impact, and compliance policies at the federal and state levels. -Adept in risk management and change leadership in dynamic regulatory environments. -Strong problem-solving skills and ability to drive continuous improvement using data and analytics. -Strategic thinker with the ability to set clear direction and influence across organizational lines. -Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (required). -Effective collaborator within a matrixed and geographically dispersed organization.

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Benefits

At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. -$153,000 - $191,000

About Rochester Gas & Electric

-Delivers reliable electric and natural gas services to homes and businesses in the Rochester region. -Has a strong commitment to innovation, continuously modernizing infrastructure to meet evolving customer needs. -Provides a range of solutions, from renewable energy options to energy efficiency programs, helping reduce customer bills and environmental impact. -Has played a critical role in supporting the region's growth and development through key infrastructure projects. -Focuses on storm resilience, ensuring fast recovery times after natural disasters to keep services running smoothly. -Approach to customer service is centered around proactive communication and technological solutions, such as mobile apps for real-time service updates. -Involved in educational and community outreach programs, fostering a positive relationship with the public and promoting energy conservation.

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Visa Sponsorship

-non‑citizen applicants must satisfy applicable immigration requirements to work in the country.