Exec Dir Electric Ops

Consumers Energy•Multiple Locations, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Director of Electric Operations provides strategic planning, regulatory compliance oversight, and high-level direction to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of field construction, maintenance, service, and emergency work related to the company’s electric transmission and distribution facilities. The position oversees the operation, maintenance, and construction of electric distribution systems, customer electric services, buildings and grounds, and utility support areas, and supervises Electric Field Leaders who manage OM&C bargaining-unit employees. This is an onsite role based at a Consumers Energy Service Center anywhere in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. Weekly meetings in Jackson are required. The selected candidate must live within commuting distance or be willing to relocate; a relocation package is available for those who qualify. The role participates in an on-call rotation for zone coverage and storm restoration, requiring 24/7 availability for emergencies and responsibility for the company’s High Load Response process in alignment with MISO Conservative Operations Guidelines. The role is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship, including H-1B or TN sponsorship, and the company cannot hire individuals using CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field and at least 12 years of operational leadership experience; OR an associate’s degree in business administration or a related field and at least 14 years of operational leadership experience; OR a high school diploma and at least 16 years of operational leadership experience.
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.
Must be within a commutable distance of a Consumers Energy Service Center in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula or willing to relocate, and able to attend weekly meetings in Jackson.
Must not require current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa; CPT, OPT, and STEM OPT candidates are not eligible.

Nice To Haves

15 or more 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.

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 management of 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 planning, organization, coordination, evaluation, and supervision of employees involved in operating, maintaining, and constructing 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 and OSHA standards, DOT regulations, Business Continuity Plans, Code of Conduct, and 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.