Manager (Transmission Line Worker), Distribution Line

About us

National Grid is hiring a Manager, T-Line (Internal and External) for our NY Electric Transmission Line Services department. This position can be based in Albany, NY.

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry.

To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

Job Purpose

The TLS/ TLM Manager will lead both internal and external teams within NY Transmission Electric Operations, ensuring effective management of construction and maintenance activities. This role is responsible for fostering a high-performance culture, maintaining budgetary oversight, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards across all operations.

Key Accountabilities

- Lead and develop a diverse team of internal staff and external contractors, promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

- Maintain oversight of departmental budgets, ensuring financial resources are allocated effectively and efficiently to meet operational goals.

- Manage and maintain a comprehensive work plan, ensuring alignment with project timelines and resource availability.

- Establish and implement performance metrics to evaluate team effectiveness and project outcomes, driving improvements where necessary.

- Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment of goals and seamless execution of projects, facilitating communication and cooperation across teams.

- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards, fostering a strong safety culture within the teams.

- Provide mentorship and support to team members, encouraging professional development and skill enhancement.

- Monitor and report on team performance, providing regular updates to senior management on progress, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.

- Develop and implement strategies to optimize resource utilization and enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications

- Two-year technical degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.

- 8-10+ years of relevant electric transmission experience.

- Strong knowledge of Federal, State, OSHA, local, and company safety and environmental regulations.

- Ability to read and interpret job scopes, prints, specifications, schematics, and contract documents, with a keen eye for detail and problem-solving.

- Understanding of contract management principles, including negotiation, execution, and oversight of contracts related to construction and maintenance activities.

- Familiarity with union oversight and the ability to navigate union agreements and relationships effectively.

- Thorough understanding of civil construction principles, equipment, work methods, and associated hazards, with the ability to mitigate risks.

- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently.

- Self-motivated with strong time management and record-keeping skills.

- Field experience with switching and tagging is preferred but not required.

- Valid driver’s license with a safe driving history that meets National Grid’s Safe Driver policy.

- Willingness to travel throughout the service territory and work extended hours as required for system emergencies.

- Proven ability to build effective, respectful working relationships with diverse teams and stakeholders.

More Information

Salary: $139,000.00 - $163,000.00 USD

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Internal candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.

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