Sr Director, Transmission Engineering

Requisition ID # 164630

Job Category: Project / Program Management

Job Level: Senior Director

Business Unit: Electric Engineering

Work Type: Hybrid

Job Location: Oakland - May have some Flexibility

Position Summary

The Senior Director, Transmission Engineering leads a department tasked with developing and managing major Transmission and Distribution capita projects. Leads a matrix team of PG&E leadership and subject matter experts who provide guidance, technical direction, and support for all aspects of large capital programs valued over $1B. Interfaces with key internal and external stakeholders as the primary PG&E contact.

The Senior Director partners with other senior leaders to formulate and execute a project development strategy and PG&E’s competitive market strategy. Aspects of the strategy may involve partnering with external third-party agencies or companies such as Independent Transmission Companies or Public Agencies. The Senior Director leads third party relationship management, develops overall strategy with senior leaders, conducts contract negotiations, oversees the preparation of competitive bid packages and leads the planning process with the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) for both economic or policy driven projects.

Reporting Relationship

The Sr Director, Transmission Engineering, reports to the Vice President of Electric T&D Engineering.

Job Responsibilities

Oversees project origination for major projects. Identifies project opportunities and potential project partners. Focuses on major policy driven or economic major projects. May represent PG&E on public or executive planning committees. Evaluates the project feasibility and evaluates costs and benefits of new major project opportunities. Presents recommendations to Sr. Management. Presents business case for new projects to executives, Board of Directors, and senior leadership forums. Gains approval/buy in. Leads negotiations of development agreements or joint ventures and represents PG&E at the executive level of governance for joint venture projects. Advocates in regulatory and stakeholder forums (CPUC, FERC, CAISO, CEC, WECC, CTPG and others) to shape the rules of competition and support projects in which PG&E would like to participate. Manages complex vendor relationships, including vendor performance, billing and escalated issues. Interfaces with Energy Supply, Governmental Relations, Regulatory Affairs, Finance, Law and other departments, seeking review, input and approval during project initiative/development. Establishes a project specific Officer steering team to oversee development policy and strategy. Leads and directs all aspects of project management for projects for which PG&E is the successful bidder. Ensures projects are completed safely, on time and on budget. Develops and negotiates commercial arrangements to establish project governance and the rights and obligations of the project partners. Develops project branding, a public affairs plan and manages project communications. Works closely with Procurement’s project management service, Land and Legal departments to develop a project permitting strategy and plan.

Leadership Qualities

PG&E expects its leaders to conduct themselves with the highest ethics and integrity and to embody specific leadership qualities.

Strategic Mindset Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies. Operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear.

A Leader in the Community and Industry Effectively building formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization. Anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders.

Demonstrates Safety Leadership A safety champion in words and deeds with respect to both employee and public safety. Maintaining an environment of open dialog and free of retaliation.

Influences and Inspires Using various- communications that convey a clear understanding of the needs of different audiences. Maneuvering comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related dynamics.

Optimizes Team Performance Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. Creating a climate where people are developed and motivated to do their best to help the organization.

Values Diversity and Creates Inclusion Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Fiscally Responsible Interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions. Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.

Leads Ethically and in a Compliant Manner Sponsoring and sustaining a high integrity speak-up corporate culture which prioritizes ethics, safety and compliance. Building on necessary level of industry, company and subject-matter expertise, including laws and regulations.

Provides a High Level of Customer Service Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

Compensation

PG&E is providing the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job.

The actual salary paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, and internal quity. Although we estimate the successful candidate hired into this role will be placed towards the middle of the range ($260,000 - $270,000), the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis related to these factors.​

A reasonable salary range is:

Bay Area Minimum: $201,000

Bay Area Maximum: $343,000

OR

California (outside of Bay Area) Minimum: $191,000

California (outside of Bay Area) Maximum: $326,000

Background Qualifications

Minimum: Bachelor degree in engineering, economics or related field 10 years total related experience

Desired: MBA, Law degree or other related graduate degree Experience leading complex commercial contract negotiations Professional Engineer, Professional Project Manager Knowledge of transmission planning, siting, and regulatory and agency permitting requirements. Knowledge of wholesale market structure and emerging competitive transmission market in California and the responsibilities of the CAISO Advanced communication and advocacy skill Excellent interpersonal, influence and negotiation skills, along with political savvy Thorough understanding of project management and project development for major electric transmission projects Deep understanding of utility regulation Strong financial acumen Working knowledge of electrical engineering concepts Strong leadership skills

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