Exec Dir Electric Ops

About the role

The Executive Director of Electric Operations provides strategic planning, regulatory compliance oversight, and high-level direction to ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of field construction, maintenance, service, and emergency work related to the company's electric transmission and distribution facilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee proposed changes and enhancements to system and facility operations
• Contribute to the recruitment, development, and performance of Electric Field Leaders
• Participate in the on-call rotation for zone coverage and storm restoration response, including 24/7 availability for emergent events and managing the company's High Load Response process in alignment with MISO Conservative Operations Guidelines
• Provide high-level oversight of Monthly Operating Reviews, Rally Rooms, Problem Solving Events, Safety Health and Guidance Teams, Safety Culture Teams, Fix It Now Teams, Safety Grassroots Teams, and Financial Programs
• Maintain a deep understanding of company and departmental metrics and financials, visual management systems, problem-solving methodologies, and Lean tools
• Oversee the planning, organization, coordination, evaluation, and supervision of employees involved in the operation, maintenance, and construction of electric distribution systems, customer electric services, buildings and grounds, and utility support areas
• Supervise Electric Field Leaders who manage OM&C bargaining unit employees
• Ensure compliance with the Corporate Safety Manual, Electric Methods and Procedures Manual, Electric Distribution Manual, MIOSHA standards, OSHA standards, DOT regulations, Business Continuity Plans, Code of Conduct, and all employee policy and process manuals
• Manage grievance procedures, conduct safety and disciplinary investigations, and administer appropriate disciplinary actions
• Perform other duties as assigned or required

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field with twelve (12) or more years of operational leadership experience
• OR Associate's degree in business administration or related field with fourteen (14) or more years of operational leadership experience
• OR High school diploma with sixteen (16) or more years of operational leadership experience

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of safe work practices and procedures
• In-depth understanding of electric distribution operations and construction
• Proven leadership capabilities, including the ability to lead change in a competitive business environment
• Strong knowledge of work methods, processes, and technologies related to electric transmission, distribution, metering, or generation operations
• Effective problem-solving and presentation skills
• Strong public speaking and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Ability to mentor and transfer knowledge and experience
• Proficiency in budget planning and financial oversight

Preferred qualifications

• 15+ years of utility operations leadership experience
• Experience leading union-represented workforces and developing strong labor-management partnerships
• Significant responsibility for fleet, facilities, logistics, materials management, inventory control, warehouse, or storeroom operations
• Demonstrated success developing and executing enterprise operational strategies and transformational initiatives across a large, complex organization

Location

This onsite position may be based at any Consumers Energy Service Center throughout Michigan's Lower Peninsula. Weekly meetings will be held in Jackson, and attendance is required. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).

Benefits

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

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.