Distr Work Scheduling Mgr

Ohio Power Company; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 137,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Ohio seeks a Distribution Work Scheduling Manager to oversee the district work plan, provide leadership, training, and clear communication to stakeholders, aligning goals with the five-year strategy to maximize customer satisfaction and system reliability.

This role manages staff, budgets, and project/outage activities, guides project management practices, and ensures safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience managing projects, construction or distribution line and operations.
• 5 years of direct supervisory experience preferred.
• PMP is desired.
• Strong communication and safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal interface between the PMO and distribution engineering to plan and monitor the district work plan.
• Provide leadership and supervision to the district work scheduling department and staff.
• Support safety standards and promote a culture of excellence.
• Oversee the district budget and align it to the work plan.
• Coach staff, set priorities, and manage project/outage activities for customers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel

SmartSheet

Business Objects

PM skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business or related field

Associate's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business or related field

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for effectively overseeing the execution of the district's work plan while providing leadership, direction, training, and collaborative communication of the work plan to various stakeholders. Effective and responsible oversight of the work plan shall include promoting a positive culture by connecting long and short range goals to the five-year work plan strategy for obtaining maximum customer satisfaction while improving system reliability. This position is also responsible for resource planning and works closely with personnel throughout the district to ensure the most efficient use of internal and external labor.

Job Description Distribution Work Scheduling Manager: What You'll Do:

• Serve as the principal interface between the project management office and distribution engineering to initiate, plan, execute, and monitor/control the annual district work plan.
• Provide overall leadership and supervision responsibilities to the district work scheduling department including line coordinators, administrative associates, district schedulers, inspectors, resource analyst, and department assistant.
• Support and hold employees and contractors accountable to the AEP Safety Standards; ensuring a safe working environment focused on achieving Zero Harm.
• Promote and strive to ensure a positive working environment and lead a culture of excellence.
• Manage the oversight of all aspects related to the district budget and alignment to the work plan.
• Accomplish results by including communication of job expectations across the district work scheduling team by setting performance objectives, establishing clear priorities, providing adequate coaching and feedback to the department staff.
• Plan, organize, direct, coordinate and manage assigned project and outage work activities for customers as well as provide direct oversight of others leading these activities.
• Provide wide ranging project management guidance, instruction, and training to others to improve design, systems, processes, procedures, schedules, and costs.
• Administer the Company's job performance review and merit salary programs, management information and policies.
• Carry out, within the assigned area of responsibility, the company's Equal Employment Opportunity and Affine action obligations.

What We’re Looking For:

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business or related field of study with a minimum of 5 years experience managing projects, construction or distribution line and operations OR Associate's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business or related field of study with a minimum of 7 years experience managing projects, construction or distribution line and operations OR High School diploma/GED with a minimum of 8 years experience managing projects, construction or distribution line and operations.
• 5 years of direct supervisory experience is preferred.

Licenses/Certifications:

• PMP is desired.

Other Requirements:

• Demonstrate a clear understanding of project management techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Prior knowledge of distribution work practices, policies, and procedures
• Team building and cultural inclusiveness skills
• Strong analytical skills and efficient in Microsoft Excel, SmartSheet, and Business Objects

Work Location:

Successful candidate must live within a safe driving distance from any of our Service Centers within AEP Ohio's service territory.

What You'll Get:

Dist. Work Scheduling Manager: $136,539 - $177,503 In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees. At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade: SP20-010
Compensation Range: $136,539.00 - $177,503.00

Physical Demand Level for this job is:

S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

At American Electric Power, we provide more than electricity to our millions of customers - we energize possibilities. We’re redefining the future of energy by reducing our carbon footprint, empowering the communities we serve and building an engaged, talented workforce. All while delivering the reliable service our customers expect. It’s an exciting time in the energy industry. Are you ready to be part of it? We’re looking for team members to help create the grid of the future. Learn more about our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive work culture that values different experiences.