Description
The Vegetation Management team plays a vital role in maintaining public safety, ensuring electric reliability, and upholding regulatory compliance with state and federal vegetation management regulations. By collaborating closely with staff and external contractors, this team monitors vegetation near essential infrastructure to enhance system reliability and safety.
As a key contributor, you will oversee various initiatives within the Vegetation Management organization, guiding both internal teams and contractors to achieve operational objectives. You will work across departments to improve processes through effective reporting and metric analysis, ensuring project success while fostering strong vendor relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership across various initiatives in Vegetation Management, ensuring successful project execution.
- Enhance relationships with contractors, driving collaboration and process improvement.
- Lead and mentor internal and contracted staff to meet both operational and organizational goals.
- Manage vendor relationships, providing direction and maintaining open communication.
- Develop and monitor program budgets and forecasts to ensure financial alignment.
- Measure and report on the success of the program, ensuring goals are met.
- Collaborate with teams across the organization to align program objectives with broader company goals.
- Partner with regulatory and compliance teams to ensure adherence to all requirements and provide necessary support for filings and data requests.
- Lead the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and strategies to enhance program performance.
- Identify and foster strong working relationships with key external partners and stakeholders.
- Represent the organization in regulatory and industry forums as a subject matter expert.
Qualifications
- Minimum:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
- 10+ years of related experience in program management or similar roles.
- Preferred:
- Master's degree in a relevant field.
- PMP Certification.
- Ability to lead large, complex projects and collaborate across multiple teams.
- Strong business acumen with a strategic mindset for decision-making and operational improvements.
- Experience in guiding teams through challenging and complex problem-solving with diplomacy and tact.
Salary & Work Environment
This position offers a hybrid work model, allowing for both remote work and in-office presence in Oakland two days per week. The role includes a competitive salary and eligibility for discretionary incentive programs.
Compensation Range
- Bay Area: \(140,000 - \)238,000
- California: \(133,000 - \)226,000
Salary will be determined based on experience, skills, and location.
Employment Type: Full-Time