Mgr Regional Capacity Planning at PEPCO

Newark, Delaware, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Capacity planning, Strategic planning, Team leadership, Project management, Budgeting, Regulatory compliance, Engineering management, Reliability analysis, Load forecasting, Stakeholder management, Change management, Performance management, Technical communication, Safety management, Voltage analysis, System reconfiguration

Industry

Construction

Description

Who We Are We're powering a cleaner, brighter future. Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient. We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 20,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10.7 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco). We're committed to creating an environment where every person can thrive. Our employee experience is grounded in four tenets that guide how we support our people: purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support to thrive. In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career. Are you in? Primary Purpose PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION Manage the personnel and activities of a section of the Capacity Planning Department. Duties include but are not limited to preparation of short- and long-term capacity expansion, reinforcement, and reconfiguration plans for the electric distribution system in the ACE and DPL service territories, initiation and shepherding of related capital projects, reliability and budgeting, customer capacity planning strategy, and completion of several tasks of the Summer and Winter Readiness Programs. Provides support to other areas of PHI such as Operation Control Center, Regional Electric & Gas Operations, Transmission & Substation Engineering, Smart Grid & Technology, Real Estate, Investment Strategy, Legal & Regulatory Strategy, Safety & Human Performance, Environmental Health & Safety, External Affairs, etc. Assure the development and effective implementation of strategic initiatives. Prepare expert testimony as required. Represent the company on industry and regulatory working groups as appropriate. Assure the focus and attainment of business goals and objectives. Develop and maintain an environment that promotes safety, diversity and inclusion, and high productivity. Position may be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies. Primary Duties PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES Drives and oversees the development and implementation of short- and long-term strategic initiatives designed to assure the highest levels of customer services and to achieve Exelon's safety, reliability and performance goals. Functionally focused balancing a mix of day-to-day operations and policy with strategic planning. Provides direction on core philosophies to the Company. Makes decisions on key business activities, which have a direct impact on the department or operations, indirect impact on other departments and/or the Company. Miscalculation might have long recovery period. Establish and monitor business plans and objectives. Balance cost control with appropriate capital investments. Develop and maintain an environment that fosters a high-performance culture and a learning organization. Part of the management team in promoting safety and diversity. Serves as a change agent for business initiatives and assures the human element is understood and considered. Assure timely recognition of employee contributions Provide leadership to and development of the team. Provide accurate and timely feedback regarding performance and operations. Conduct performance planning and appraisals. Identify opportunities for growth and learning. Establish, maintain and improve relationships with other departments in Exelon. Facilitates open and honest communication with staff. Assures that upward communication is integrated into the process, including employee concerns and complaints. Develop methods to assess communication effectiveness and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Job Scope JOB SCOPE Manage a workforce of nine to twelve professionals composed of mostly degreed engineers. Responsible for initiating capacity expansion, reinforcement, and/or system reconfiguration projects for approximately 800 distribution feeders operated at 4, 12, 25 and 34 kV; and approximately 225 substations supplied at 23, 34, 69, 138, or 230 kV that serve the customers in Delaware, Maryland's Eastern Shore, and southern New Jersey. Accountable for both short term and long term load forecasts for planning areas and reconciling this forecast and its impact on the system with Transmission Planning. Acts as a change agent for consolidation and implementation of a common set of processes and procedures in pursuit of a standard methodology across Exelon Utilities. Provide support for voltage analysis, reliability studies, Distributed Energy Resource integration, operating issues, storm restoration, and customer response. Provide active support to the operation center during extreme weather conditions or system contingency situations. Actions have a significant impact on reliability and customer satisfaction goals and the level of capital expenditures required to meet customer load addition needs. Regular contact with senior management, directors and managers across Exelon Utilities System Operations, Regional Electric Operations, Transmission & Substation Engineering, Smart Grid & Technology, Real Estate, Investment Strategy, Legal & Regulatory Strategy, Safety & Human Performance, Environmental Health & Safety, External Affairs, etc. Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in Engineering 7-10 years of industry experience Demonstrated ability to build consensus, establish trust, communicate effectively and foster culture change. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of regulatory issues. Proven leadership ability in a high performance culture. Demonstrated business acumen, customer awareness and ability to create value. Preferred Qualifications PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 3-5 years of experience as supervisor or manager Graduate degree or Graduate level work in Engineering, Business Administration or related field. Licensed Professional Engineer Strong teamwork, interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with all management levels. Strong written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement process enhancements and efficiencies including technology and performance. 3-5 years of supervisory experience. Benefits Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $123,200.00/Yr. – $169,400.00/Yr. Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 20% 401(k) match and annual company contribution Medical, dental and vision insurance Life and disability insurance Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement Referral bonus program And much more Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.

Responsibilities

Manage the personnel and activities of the Capacity Planning Department to ensure effective electric distribution system expansion and reinforcement. Drive strategic initiatives to meet safety, reliability, and performance goals while balancing capital investments and operational requirements.