Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG)

Director Electric Division Planning & Projects

Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) • $161K — $264K *
Secaucus, NJ 07094In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BS/BA in Engineering or Business Management, or related field, or 10 years of Electric Utility experience.
  • At least 10 years of experience in electric or gas distribution design, operations, maintenance, or construction.
  • Deep understanding of Electric Distribution systems and processes.
  • Proven leadership, teamwork, and exceptional communication skills at all organizational levels.
  • Experience in change management, construction, maintenance, financial analysis, and labor relations negotiations.
  • Strong knowledge of contract management and regulatory compliance, with ability to implement quality improvement tools.
  • Proficient in workforce management systems (SAP, MWMS, OMS) and Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

  • Lead distribution system planning and manage work scopes and estimates for various programs.
  • Oversee the Division's $30M+ O&M and $60M+ Capital budgets, aligning with the Utility Capital plan.
  • Act as Manager on Call, leading storm restoration efforts and developing emergency plans.
  • Implement strategic objectives for the Division and oversee operational interfaces with other departments.
  • Support project feasibility and scope review activities, providing approvals as needed.
  • Ensure full integration of the Division's work plan with Asset Management and other support entities.
  • Direct personal development initiatives for department associates.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities within a rotational assignment.
  • Solid organizational structure with clear reporting and leadership roles.
  • Engagement in critical infrastructure projects impacting community reliability.
  • Emphasis on leadership roles during emergency and storm restoration efforts.
  • Comprehensive budget oversight experience with significant capital and operational budgeting.
Full Job Description
Requisition: 83876

PSEG Company: Public Service Electric & Gas Co.

Salary Range: $ 161,200 - $ 264,900

Work Location Category: Onsite

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.


About Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG)

PSEG is a diversified energy company. Established in 1903, the company has long had a key role in fueling New Jersey's economy and supporting the state's quality of life. Public Service Electric and Gas (PSE&G) is New Jersey's largest provider of electric and gas service – serving 2.2 million electric customers and 1.8 million gas customers or nearly three out of every four people in the state. PSEG also owns and operates a diverse fleet of power plants with more than 13,000 megawatts of generating capacity located primarily in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions and has solar energy facilities throughout the United States. Another member of the PSEG family of companies, PSEG Long Island, operates the electric transmission and distribution system of the Long Island Power Authority, with 1.1 million customers. PSEG has approximately 12,700 employees, who are carrying forward a proud tradition of dedicated service over more than 100 years.

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Learn more about Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG)
Size
12,684 employees
Market Cap
$30.3 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$1.9 billion
Founded
1903
5 Year Trend
+1.6%
Revenue
$9.6 billion
NASDAQ
PEG
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