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Iberdrola SA

Director - Transmission Operations

Iberdrola SA, Binghamton, New York, United States

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R-25139The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from: $153,000 - $191,000**Job Summary:**The Director of Transmission Operations reports to the VP of Electric Operations and holds full accountability for the strategic leadership, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance of the transmission system. This role ensures seamless integration across engineering, planning, construction, maintenance, and system operations. The position is responsible for delivering safe, reliable, and cost-effective transmission services while driving innovation, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. The Senior Director will lead major transmission projects, oversee emergency response coordination, and represent the company with external stakeholders including regulators, municipalities, and industry groups. The role will be responsible for the execution of Transmission and Distribution (T&D) programs, including Transmission Line Inspection (TLI), Wood Pole Inspection and Treatment (WPIT), and the associated corrective maintenance.**Key Responsibilities:*** **Strategic Leadership & Planning:** Develop and execute the annual business plan for Transmission Operations, including O&M and Capital budgets. Align transmission strategies with corporate goals for safety, reliability, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Monitor performance metrics and adjust resources to ensure goal achievement.* **Operational Oversight:** Lead daily transmission field operations, including system maintenance, outage response, and asset management. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including NYISO and FERC standards. Oversee vegetation management planning and execution for transmission corridors. Direct the execution of Transmission programs, including Transmission Line Inspection (TLI), Wood Pole Inspection and Treatment (WPIT), Associated corrective maintenance, and reliability initiatives.* **Process Improvement & Innovation:** Evaluate and enhance work processes across transmission engineering, planning, and execution. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Leverage technology and operational dashboards to optimize performance.* **Project & Resource Management:** Direct major transmission infrastructure projects from concept through execution. Oversee execution of programs including TLI, WPIT connections, and capital reliability initiatives. Coordinate with internal teams (e.g., Distribution, Engineering, Supply Chain) to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery. Manage contractor relationships and ensure quality and safety standards are met.* **People Leadership:** Set performance goals and development plans for direct reports and broader transmission teams. Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and innovation. Mentor and develop future leaders within the organization.* **Stakeholder Engagement:** Serve as company representative in industry forums, regulatory meetings, and public engagements. Build and maintain relationships with local governments, utilities, and community organizations. Lead coordination efforts during emergencies and system restoration events.**Required Qualifications:**Education and Years of Experience: * Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, business, or a related discipline, with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or* Associate’s degree and 14 years of relevant experience, or* High School Diploma and 18 years of relevant experience.* Prior Supervisory/Management experience.* Deep understanding of transmission system design, operations, and regulatory requirements.* Proven experience in budget management, project execution, and performance optimization.* Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.* Ability to manage complex problems and drive strategic solutions.* Familiarity with transmission vegetation management and asset lifecycle planning.* Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Master’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.* Experience with NYISO/FERC compliance and transmission reliability standards.* Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive enterprise-wide initiatives.* Strong business acumen and commercial thinking.* Experience in mentoring and talent development across geographic boundaries.* Ability to foster innovation and lead change in a dynamic environment.#LI-On-Site#LI-JM1**Company:**NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP**Información Movilidad**

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