Department Manager - Electric Utility Construction Services

Job Title:

Department Manager – Electric Utility Construction Services

Location:

Remote (U.S. based), with preference for candidates based in Pennsylvania. 

FLSA Classification

Exempt

Job Description:

Orbital is seeking a Department Manager to join the Electric Utility Construction Services group based in Pennsylvania. The Department Manager will be responsible for overseeing the performance of multiple teams of Electric Construction Services employees which directly supports the execution of projects within Orbital’s local Utility Client’s service territory in Pennsylvania. The teams consists primarily of on-site construction coordination personnel who work alongside construction contractors to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and economically. Project types include new and brownfield substation rebuilds, substation equipment replacements, circuit rebuilds, underground cable replacements, and other programmatic work. 

Essential Functions include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee the refining/adapting/developing and execution of training processes, schedules, and materials. Track progress of training of new and existing team members via a collaborative effort with Orbital Program Management level staff.
• Continuously evaluate team performance / capability, seeking new ways to leverage the teams’ expertise and abilities.
• Oversee the refining/developing of processes, policies, and management tools (custom developed software programs, forms, checklists, etc.) as needed to target areas requiring improvement. Ensure the enforcement of processes and policies to ensure team members are performing their responsibilities at an exceptional level.
• Direct and/or provide leadership to personnel within the Electric Construction Services group to ensure that projects are delivered on time and on budget while accomplishing the goals and objectives of the projects.
• Facilitate collaboration between team members and all other project stakeholders to help meet the overall objective of each project.
• Frequently interface directly with clients and internal management staff to verify projects are executed in alignment with project scope and done so according to customer standards and engineered design.
• Lead recurring meetings with internal and Client teams. Topics include safety, general updates on program initiatives, resource planning, and others.
• Regularly work with internal stakeholders to verify team has necessary resources to remain productive and effective.
• Oversee the development of customer proposals, including detailed technical scope, schedule, budget, and resource management. Includes development and management of project change orders and scope deviations.
• Support the recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new team members.
• Manage department financials and develop regular reports as requested by internal management.
• Manage potential strategic initiatives or departmental risks with the support of internal management.

Other Duties

Please note that this job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities that are required of this job.  Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration (Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred)
• 10-15 years of management level experience
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Experience managing multiple teams of employees and utilizing Program Management staff to ensure performance of individual team members
• Ability to effectively communicate with current and new client representatives through use of interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to refine/adapt/develop and implement process improvements with measurable results in moving a departmental initiative forward
• Exceptional analytical, decision-making, and organizational skills
• Extensive experience screening, interviewing, and hiring leadership level and lower personnel
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining an effective team
• Superior computer software skills, including Microsoft Office, Adobe, and others
• Must have dependable transportation and a valid driver’s license with insurance as position will require regular travel to construction sites and/or client office locations. (Time spent in field/travelling will fluctuate depending on priorities.)
• Extensive experience with Safe Work Practices and PPE applications

Preferred Education and Experience

• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Thorough and working knowledge of electrical distribution assets and/or communication equipment construction
• Ability to read and understand simple to complex project schedules and use such schedules as a tool to plan team member resources
• Experience managing and overseeing project budgets (forecasts, accruals, etc.)
• Knowledge or experience reading construction drawings and inspecting field conditions pre- and post-construction
• In-depth understanding of electric utility construction equipment and means/methods as well as construction material management
• Experience with project scheduling software (Primavera, MS Project)
• Experience with project analytics software (QlikVIew, Power BI)
• Experience procuring equipment/materials and facilitating technical drawing reviews / Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) of equipment being procured

This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.

Location Note:

This is a remote position. Compensation is based on market data and internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s location.

Salary Range:

$130,000 – $150,000 annually (based on experience, qualifications, and location)

Benefits:

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a 401(k)-retirement savings plan; and supplemental insurance options. We also provide company-paid life and AD&D insurance, company-paid short-term disability coverage, and a generous paid time off program to ensure you have the support and flexibility you need both professionally and personally.

About Orbital:
Powered by People, Driven by Solutions

Since 1969, Orbital has been specializing in project development, project execution and asset management for the heavy industrial sectors and utilities. Our regional offices, hands-on mentality, and world-wide integrated teams provide an ability to leverage subject matter experts and industry best-practices wherever a project may lie geographically. Our focus steadfastly remains on finding and delivering the best solution, regardless of where that team sits across our organization. At Orbital, our power is our people.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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