Electric Operations Manager — Grid & Restoration Lead

Consumers Energy; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401k with company match

Paid parental leave

Up to 13 paid Holidays

Paid time off

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Consumers Energy seeks a Manager of Electric Operations to direct field construction, maintenance and emergency work for Electric Transmission and Distribution facilities. This leadership role requires deep technical knowledge, safety focus and coordination with multiple stakeholders.

The position oversees salaried and union staff, participates in on-call rotations for storm restoration, and drives adherence to safety and outage response procedures across regions.

Qualifications

• Experience leading electric operations or similar utility function.
• Ability to manage safety, compliance and incident response.
• Strong leadership in a unionized or multi-location environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams to plan, direct, and oversee field construction, maintenance and emergency work.
• Ensure compliance with safety manuals, standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee incident command during storms and coordinate restoration efforts.
• Mentor supervisors and manage a staff including time sheets and training.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's in Business/Technical/related field

Associate Degree + 6 years experience

HS Diploma + 8 years experience

Job description

Consumers Energy seeks a Manager of Electric Operations to direct field construction, maintenance and emergency work for Electric Transmission and Distribution facilities. This leadership role requires deep technical knowledge, safety focus and coordination with multiple stakeholders.

The position oversees salaried and union staff, participates in on-call rotations for storm restoration, and drives adherence to safety and outage response procedures across regions.