$134,720–$168,400 Per Year
Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Budgeting, Calendar Management, Career Development, Construction, Construction Projects, Continuous Improvement, Customer Relations, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Dental Insurance, Distribution Management, Distribution Operations, Electrical Design, Energy Engineering, Establish Priorities, Financial Management, Financial Modeling, Government, Internet Security, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Model Review, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Operational Support, Operations Management, Operations Planning, Operations Security (OPSEC), People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project Control, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Schedule Development, Set Goals, Staff Development, Strategic Planning, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Test Plan/Schedule, Time Management, Vision Plan
Position Information:
Job Title: Senior Manager - Scheduling & Engineering
Locations: Lancaster, NY; Rochester, NY; or Elmira, NY
Salary Range: $134,720 - $168,400
Schedule: On Site - Office
Position Summary
Accountable for the performance, prioritization, and overall results of the Distribution Engineering and Scheduling Groups. Identifies and resolves technical, operational, and organizational problems. Leads and initiates teams for continuous process improvement by establishing clear direction and vision.
Responsible for reviewing and ensuring adherence to the integrated master schedule of jobs to be designed under Electric Distribution Operations for all Capital, Maintenance, Reliability, and Customer work.
Collaborates with the Manager of Performance and Budgets, Manager of Programs and Joint Use, Distribution Standards Group, Electric Operations Supervisors, Manager of Regional Operations, and Stores to achieve Electric Operations goals.
Ensures jobs are designed in accordance with AVANGRID Integrated Distribution Construction Standards and consistent use of Integrated Compatible Units. Provides guidance on codes, standards, regulations, tariffs, and procedures. Assists with storm restoration efforts.
Key Responsibilities
- Distribution Engineering Oversight - Responsible for day‑to‑day oversight and management of Supervisors in Distribution Engineering, Field Planning, and Integrated Planning & Scheduling. Identifies areas for continuous improvement and develops strategies, goals, and initiatives.
- Master Schedule Management - Ensures adherence to the master schedule of design jobs and timely release of work orders for Distribution construction projects. Identifies roadblocks and communicates adjustments to the Manager of Integrated Planning and Scheduling. Monitors and adjusts workload/resource balance.
- Project Coordination - Plans, organizes, coordinates, and controls projects. Acts as liaison with customers, departments, vendors, government agencies, property owners, and other utilities. Reviews, recommends, or approves major projects.
- Regulatory Support - Provides data collection and cost information for regulatory proceedings, inquiries, filings, Rate Cases, and legislative initiatives.
- Budget & Resource Oversight - Reviews financial models, monitors budgets, and oversees personnel to ensure efficient resource use.
- Technical Guidance - Responds to technical requests by collecting, investigating, and analyzing data, testing information, and developing solutions.
- Operations Support - Works with Operations Supervisors on customer inquiries, complaints, equipment issues, and operational problems, providing guidance as needed.
- Employee Development - Develops employees to enhance personal development and leadership skills.
- Performance Evaluation - Evaluates results produced by individuals and teams; accountable for Engineering and Scheduling team performance.
- Cross‑Functional Collaboration - Promotes teamwork across functions on assigned tasks and projects.
- Policy & Safety Compliance - Promotes and follows company policies and procedures regarding safety, ethics, and performance.
Skills and Requirements
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or energy‑related major with 7 years relevant experience preferred, OR Associate's degree in engineering or energy‑related major with minimum 10 years relevant experience.
- 5+ years of supervisory or managerial experience.
Skills & Abilities
- Distribution Engineering Expertise - Technical and/or functional expertise in Distribution Engineering and related areas.
- Leadership Ability - Ability to guide a cross‑functional department to success.
- Strategic & Tactical Thinking - Understands both big‑picture strategy and day‑to‑day operational issues.
- Regulatory Support Skills - Provides technical and witness support for Rate Cases and legislative initiatives.
- Project Management - Strong project management capabilities.
- Multitasking - Ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Conceptual Thinking - Identifies key aspects of complex situations and understands the big picture.
- Problem Solving - Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Negotiation - Effective negotiation skills.
- Workforce Motivation - Ability to motivate and encourage a self‑directed, engaged workforce.
Competencies
- Be a Role Model
- Be Agile
- Collaborate and Share
- Develop Self & Others
- Empower to Grow
- Focus to Achieve Results
What We Offer:
- Competitive benefits and growth opportunities
- Generous performance‑based bonuses
- 12% 401(k) match
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development and clear career‑advancement pathways
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Company:
NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP
Mobility Information
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Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.
Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee's management.
Job Posting End Date:
August-1-2026