Director, T&D Programmatic Construction

Job Description

Under general supervision, the Director of Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Programmatic Construction oversees the safe, reliable, and cost-effective construction of Overhead and Underground Transmission and Distribution systems.

This role is responsible for planning the execution of programmatic investment plans targeting to make upgrades to AES Indiana & Ohio T&D systems, ensuring compliance with company construction standards and industry-recognized engineering design principles. The Director manages overhead and underground residential and commercial construction and maintenance, oversees contractor safety and performance, including storm restoration efforts, and actively contributes to the company’s strategic planning and resource allocation.

This position provides leadership, guidance, and mentorship to department personnel and contract management teams to ensure the effective maintenance and construction of the electric delivery system while adhering to all relevant policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Safety Leadership : Enforce compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and practices, fostering a culture of continuous safety improvement within the organization.
• Project Management : Oversee construction projects for substations, distribution, and transmission lines, ensuring alignment with project schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
• Underground Construction Management : Direct programmatic construction for underground commercial, industrial and residential developments, optimizing efficiency and compliance.
• Workforce Planning : Develop manpower plans to achieve long- and mid-term T&D objectives, balancing internal workforce, overtime, contractor contributions, and productivity enhancements.
• Project Oversight : Collaborate with Project Management to review annual work scopes, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, quality controls, and company policies.
• Bid and Contract Management : Support bid analysis, vendor interviews, and contract negotiations to ensure cost-effective and high-quality project outcomes.
• Cost and Forecasting : Assist in developing cost estimates, forecasts, and cash flow projections for assigned construction projects.
• Programmatic Execution : Drive the achievement of project goals related to programmatic construction, cost efficiency, and safety performance.
• System Design Contribution : Provide technical expertise to influence electric system design and equipment specifications based on operational experience and performance data.
• Emergency Response : When called upon, support storm restoration and emergency outage response, coordinating crews contractors, and resources beyond standard storm management duties.
• Performance Management : Supervise and evaluate union and non-union employees involved in construction, ensuring accountability and professional development.
• Policy and Compliance : Uphold company policies, maintain discipline, and ensure compliance with wage and hour regulations and other applicable standards.
• Policy Development : Contribute to the creation of company-wide policies, advising staff on requirements to ensure consistent adherence.
• Regulatory Compliance : Ensure all activities comply with federal, state, and local regulations, securing necessary permits (e.g., DOT, EPA, environmental clearances) for construction projects.
• Risk Management : Identify, assess, and mitigate safety, environmental, financial, and reputational risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Team Development : Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities to build a skilled workforce and prepare team members for future leadership roles.

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