Wildfire Mitigation Program Manager

ATCO•Edmonton, AB

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Wildfire risk is one of the most complex challenges facing utilities today. In this role, you will be part of an organization that focuses on thoughtful planning, data informed decision making, and responsible infrastructure management. You will work with experienced professionals who value teamwork and continuous improvement in how electric systems are planned, maintained, and operated. As a Program Manager, Wildfire Mitigation, you will lead the planning and delivery of wildfire mitigation programs across electric distribution and transmission systems. Reporting to senior asset management leadership, you will coordinate capital initiatives, operational readiness activities, governance processes, and regulatory support to help reduce wildfire risk and strengthen grid resilience. You will work closely with engineering, operations, maintenance, and external partners to ensure initiatives are well planned, appropriately governed, and effectively delivered.

Requirements

A degree in Engineering, technologist diploma, or a related field
Ten or more years of experience in the electric utility or infrastructure sector
Experience leading large scale programs or capital initiatives
Knowledge of electric utility operations
Experience delivering technology enabled initiatives in operational environments
Financial planning and budget management experience
Valid Class 5 driver’s licence

Nice To Haves

wildfire mitigation experience is an asset
Professional designation such as P.Eng or CMA is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Lead wildfire mitigation programs across electric distribution and transmission assets
Oversee capital initiatives such as vegetation management, grid hardening, reconductoring, undergrounding, and wildfire related technology deployment
Provide direction and oversight to project managers and cross functional teams
Manage program scope, schedule, risk, and financial performance
Support implementation of operational wildfire mitigation measures, including enhanced protection settings and public safety power shutoffs
Coordinate enabling initiatives such as fire weather tools, monitoring systems, operating procedures, and stakeholder engagement activities
Prepare executive updates, governance documentation, and decision materials
Support regulatory filings and long-term wildfire mitigation planning
Promote safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement across all activities