Job description
JOB TITLE: PROGRAM MANAGER, JOINT USE INFRASTRUCTURE
LOCATION: HAMPDEN
REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF LINE AND METER OPERATIONS
POSITION STATUS: EXEMPT, NON-BARGAINING UNIT, FULL TIME
Be a part of the energy that is transforming the power industry of northern and eastern Maine. Versant Power continues to provide efficient, safe and reliable delivery of electricity to customers in northern and eastern Maine, while never losing sight of safety, quality, accountability, integrity, and innovation, for over 100 years. We are committed to our dedicated people, who inspire us every day, to deliver something more powerful than power alone.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The recent federal funding to expand rural broadband has begun to create an influx of pole attachment applications to Versant utility poles, that is requiring a new Make Ready group to be established within Versant. In this position you will be responsible for managing this new program within Versant Power, which consists of creating the team which will be responsible for administering and executing on the work among numerous pole attachment companies, as required to meet the state goals of rural broadband expansion. This includes the various project phases of application for pole rental agreements, yearly rental billing, pole attachment applications, survey ride-outs, make ready planning, engineering, construction, and closeout. As the program manager you will oversee the process each project makes and adhere to the proper timelines, identified in Maine Public Utilities Commission (MPUC) Chapter 880 rules. You will work very closely with Versants Legal and Regulatory team, project managers, make ready planners, make ready coordinators, all hired contractors and other members of the team.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Create and oversee a sustainable Make Ready team for Versant Power; this includes direct responsibility for the front-end management of, Make Ready Project Managers, Make Ready Coordinator, and 3rd party Contract resources.
- Manage effective communications within and between teams and their respective leaders
- Manage the overall Make Ready Process across the business, collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the distribution system.
- Manage the portfolio of capital investment associated with Make Ready/Pole Rental which is between $1-$5 Million (minimum), annually
- Develop and manage the overall program compliance tracking requirements for the MPUC, per Chapter 880 Rules
- Work with key stakeholders to meet the MPUC Chapter 880 requirements.
- Provide additional regulatory support as required, on behalf of the Line Operations team.
- Work closely with respective managers and their teams involved in the Make Ready/Pole Rental process to ensure process needs and deliverables are sustainably met.
- Work closely with Rental Companies and proactively communicate expectations and needs associated with their project management teams to ensure joint success with Versant team members
- Work closely with Legal/Regulatory Department to ensure compliance with regulations
- Develop a multi-year workplan identifying resource requirements and needs to sustainably execute the work and ensure Versant’s cost recovery fulfilled.
- Monitor and improve the process flow of information, to reduce manual effort, pain points and introduce automation when possible
- Use and improve existing program tracking and scheduling tools.
- Conduct and lead program-oriented status meeting and provide proper reporting data.
- Develop a multi-year program schedule with supporting budget and resource loading.
- Works in accordance with the documented environmental procedures, instructions, and specific responsibilities as defined in individual procedures and instructions. Reports problems or deviations associated with environmental issues and the Environmental Management System (EMS) to the Environmental Department.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Good working knowledge and experience with Utility Pole Rental Agreements, Joint Pole Ownership, Line Construction and Project Management.
- Bachelor’s degree in an Electrical Engineering preferred; alternate education and experience will be considered, in lieu of a degree
- Minimum 10 years of experience working in utility-systems
- Knowledge of regulatory process, requirements and provision of testimony is desired
- Sound financial background or experience in utility space
- Strong experience in project management and communication
- Strong and demonstrated ability to work well in a team-oriented program.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, SmartSheet or other project management software skills required.
- Experience with scheduling software and tools preferred.
- Self-starter and motivated.
- Valid Drivers License
PERSONAL QUALITIES:
- Demonstrated initiative in recognizing opportunities for improvement and efficiency.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external parties; this includes excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Able to deal with ambiguity, among multiple projects and competing priorities.
- Has forward thinking mindset and able to view the “big picture” or program as a whole
- Ability to identify “road blocks” and find the way to navigate through them
- Continue to foster and support a team environment to help meet goals
- Ability to continuously improve through constant changes and lessons learned
NOTES:
- Position is primarily sedentary, with some walking, standing, and driving required.
- Versant Power is a tobacco free and fragrance-free workplace.
RATE OF PAY: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION: If you are interested in learning more please apply by submitting an application
Non Bargaining Unit, Regular and Term employees who have at least six (6) months satisfactory job performance and attendance records in their current job are eligible to apply for posted openings. Versant Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. This job description is subject to change at any time
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