Advanced Technology Program Manager (Distribution Asset Management)
Core
Lead the utility's distribution asset management function, overseeing planning, performance, and lifecycle management of critical distribution infrastructure to enhance system reliability and capital planning.
Role type
Senior Program Manager, Advanced Grid Technologies
Builds
Strategic plans, roadmaps, operational budgets, and business cases for Smart Grid and Grid Modernization programs.
Domain
Electric utility operations (distribution) and asset management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
strategic planning, budget management, cross-functional team leadership, vendor contract management, market research, data analysis, business case development, regulatory compliance knowledge, program monitoring, stakeholder communication
Preferred skills
utility asset management systems, engineering risk assessments, ROI/CBA evaluations, distribution maintenance process improvement, enterprise system operations, electric-utility data analytics, distribution system design, employee management
Technologies
enterprise system operations, data analytics tools, budgeting software
Responsibilities
Develop short- and long-term strategic plans and roadmaps for advanced technologies; create and manage operational budgets for technology projects; lead cross-functional teams to achieve technology initiatives; manage vendor contracts; produce periodic metrics to measure system and vendor performance; facilitate executive round tables and steering committees; prepare and evaluate business cases and RFPs.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory responsibilities
