Supervisor, Vegetation Management Operations

$118,000 - $188,000/Yr

PG&E - Chico, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Chico, CA

Utilities

About the position

The Supervisor of Vegetation Management Operations leads a team and oversees outside contractors to ensure public safety, electric reliability, and compliance with vegetation management regulations. This role involves making strategic decisions, managing significant events, and serving as a subject matter expert in the industry. The supervisor collaborates with various stakeholders to monitor vegetation near PG&E assets, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Leads and supervises Vegetation Management operations and outside contractors in the service territory.
• Operates under general standards set by the Manager and makes short- and long-term decisions at the local level.
• Manages significant events such as major storms, wildfires, and safety violations.
• Provides oversight and mentors assigned Vegetation Program Managers.
• Handles complex issues with customers and public entities, representing PG&E's position on sensitive vegetation issues.
• Develops budget forecasts and business cases.
• Reviews and approves invoices, purchase orders, and funding for complex projects.
• Manages multiple programs and projects supporting other lines of business.
• Acts as a liaison for environmental submissions of agency work.
• Reports updates and corrective actions, holding daily huddles under the Lean Management model.
• Oversees Vegetation Management safety investigations and corrective action plans.
• Ensures regular checks, audits, and assessments of contractor work for compliance and safety.
• May own the QC program and coordinate activities for the department.
• Develops and executes project plans, ensuring work is on track and aligned with department goals.
• Creates and manages data models for work forecasting and budget monitoring.
• Leads performance improvement teams and seeks continuous improvement opportunities.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders on vegetation management issues.
• Coaches program managers and contractors in regulatory and industry forums.
• Oversees the development of scopes of work and project management for outside contractors.
• Reviews budget forecasts for new initiatives and submits them for approval.
• Supervises staff through effective recruitment, training, and performance management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a job-related discipline or equivalent experience.
• California Driver's License.
• Four years of job-related experience with at least two years in a leadership role.

Nice-to-haves

• ISA Arborist/Utility Specialist certification
• PMP Certification
• ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ)
• RPF Registered Professional Forester
• Seven years of related experience with at least five years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of forestry and utility vegetation management concepts.
• Broad knowledge of the utility and energy industry, including economic and social issues.
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Influence and negotiation skills to navigate sensitive issues.
• Good organizational, time management, and planning skills.
• Thorough knowledge of project and program management concepts.
• Strong business and data analysis knowledge.

Benefits

• Discretionary incentive compensation programs
• Hybrid work model with remote office options