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Position Title: Substation / Utility Director

Position Location: Remote with up to 50% travel to job sites - candidates need to be located close to a major airport

Salary

DLB recognizes salary ranges from job boards do not necessarily reflect our pay ranges. In many instances we out-compete those ranges for well-qualified candidates.

Job Summary

The Substation / Utility Director regularly interacts with senior leadership and executive staff on matters concerning functional area, division and / or clients. The Substation / Utility Director establishes operational objectives and converts strategic communication to tactical planning. Involved in developing, modifying and executing company policies that affect immediate operations and may also have company-wide effect.

The Substation / Utility Director will be self-directed on day-to-day work and independently perform most responsibilities.\u202F Will lead project teams and projects of complex scope and broader programs.\u202F Will coordinate activities of other personnel.\u202F Assists in the development of policies and procedures.

The Substation / Utility Director will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

Essential Functions

Lead Utility Department Activities (25%)

• Develop a new department and grow a team of professionals capable of supporting projects for utility companies and related clients (substation commissioning, relays programming and testing, renewables, BESS, combined-cycle, retrofits, service centers, smart-grid, etc.)

• Develop a go-to-market strategy for selling our services to the utility companies and related companies (design-build contractors, integrators, municipalities, etc.) within the industry

• Develop and implement strategies to optimize utility infrastructure and sell related services

• Oversee the development and implementation of new utility services

• Coordinate with other departments on the implementation and execution of various services necessary to support the utility projects

• Assist in the negotiation and management of contracts and agreements with utility providers or related companies DLB provides services to

• Ensure safety and security of department personnel by maintaining training compliance and compliance to company policies

• Develop and manage department budgets and resources

• Prepare reports and presentations for executive management, as requested to identify progress of the department and services development

  Oversight of Project Activities (25%)

• Lead the utility team and interact closely with the other department directors

• Provide technical support for utility-related projects and initiatives

• Oversee existing building/facility/infrastructure condition surveys and manage technical reports of findings

• Collect data and other information for client reports

• Review drawings and submittals

• Develop project proposals including project scope, schedule and budget

• Perform QAQC peer reviews for project deliverables

  Manage Stakeholder Relations (25%)

• Responsible for execution of the firm's client value system and assuring projects are executed in accordance with company policies and standards

• Serve as primary client contact for one or more clients. May act as a Client Program Manager with business development and marketing responsibilities.

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with utility providers, customers and other stakeholders

• Assist with research for technical papers for conferences and journals

• Work with utility and state entities on energy efficiency initiatives

• Attend meetings and coordinate with internal departments, government agencies, clients and other stakeholders to ensure the efficient execution of utility services (VC, phone and / or in person on jobsites)

  Organizational Development and Continuous Improvement of Policies and Procedures (25%)

• Mentor associates and assist with training and development to create a learning and growing environment

• Monitor and evaluate the performance of utility department staff

• Keep abreast of industry best practices and new technologies related to utility services

• Contribute to organizational training and standards development

• Lead strategic planning for the group

• Assist with hiring process

  Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget

  Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

  Requirements

  Position Requirements (Advanced level for all the following)

• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering principles and practices related to the field

• Knowledge of construction and maintenance processes

• Knowledge of utility management and operations

• Knowledge of local, regional, and national regulations

• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management

• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail

• Strong project management skills

• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and drawings

• Ability to change the thinking of or influence others

• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace

• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements

• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)

• Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact

• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines

• Ability to manage personnel, budgets and timelines

• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks

• Ability to adapt to changing conditions and needs

• Ability to problem-solve quickly and efficiently

• Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others

• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Self-starter who takes initiative and ownership of all related department activities, assignments, budgets, objectives and strategic direction

  Physical Demands

  The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is

• Frequently required to remain in a stationary position

• Frequently moving through office, facility and other environments

• On occasion the employee may need to move stationary items weighing up to 30 pounds

  Travel / Relocation Requirements

• Up to 50% annually, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states

• Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.

  Education / Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

  PLUS

• Minimum of thirteen years of utility experience

  DLB Associates is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

  We are committed to diversifying our workforce.

  DLB Associates participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security.

  Benefits

  DLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)

• Health reimbursement account (HRA), flex spending accounts (FSA)

• Dental and vision plans

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26

• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option

• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year

• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents

• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage

• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance

• Paid parental leave after one year of employment

  NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

  DLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of DLB and DLB will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation \u2013 no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.