Exec Dir Electric Ops

Consumers Energy; Michigan; On-site; USD 150,000 - 220,000; 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 is seeking an Executive Director of Electric Operations to provide strategic leadership for field construction, maintenance, and emergency work across electric transmission and distribution facilities in Michigan. The role drives regulatory compliance, lean process improvements, and high-level performance management.

Ideal candidates bring long-term leadership experience in utility operations, union environments, and financial oversight, with a track record of enterprise

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of operational leadership experience
• Experience leading union-represented workforces and labor-management partnerships
• Strong leadership and financial oversight capabilities

Responsibilities

• Oversee system and facility operations changes and enhancements
• Recruit, develop, and evaluate Electric Field Leaders
• Participate in on-call rotation and storm restoration response 24/7
• Provide oversight of monthly operating reviews and safety/financial programs
• Supervise teams across electric distribution, customer service, and facilities
• Manage grievance procedures and disciplinary actions
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Lean tools

Public speaking

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Associate’s degree in business administration or related field

High school diploma with extensive leadership experience

Tools

Lean methodologies

Job description

Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state’s 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.

Location:

This onsite position may be based at any Consumers Energy Service Center throughout Michigan's Lower Peninsula. Weekly meetings will be held in Jackson, and attendance is required. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).

General Summary Of Job Responsibilities

The Executive Director of Electric Operations provides strategic planning, regulatory compliance oversight, and high-level direction to ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of field construction, maintenance, service, and emergency work related to the company’s electric transmission and distribution facilities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversee proposed changes and enhancements to system and facility operations.
• Contribute to the recruitment, development, and performance of Electric Field Leaders.
• Participate in the on-call rotation for zone coverage and storm restoration response. This includes 24/7 availability for emergent events and managing the company’s High Load Response process in alignment with MISO Conservative Operations Guidelines. These responsibilities are in addition to standard duties.
• Provide high-level oversight of Monthly Operating Reviews, Rally Rooms, Problem Solving Events, Safety Health and Guidance Teams, Safety Culture Teams, Fix It Now Teams, Safety Grassroots Teams, and Financial Programs. Maintain a deep understanding of company and departmental metrics and financials, visual management systems, problem-solving methodologies, and Lean tools.
• Oversee the planning, organization, coordination, evaluation, and supervision of employees involved in the operation, maintenance, and construction of electric distribution systems, customer electric services, buildings and grounds, and utility support areas.
• Supervise Electric Field Leaders who manage OM&C bargaining unit employees. Ensure compliance with the Corporate Safety Manual, Electric Methods and Procedures Manual, Electric Distribution Manual, MIOSHA standards, OSHA standards, DOT regulations, Business Continuity Plans, Code of Conduct, and all employee policy and process manuals. Responsible for managing grievance procedures, conducting safety and disciplinary investigations, and administering appropriate disciplinary actions.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of safe work practices and procedures.
• In-depth understanding of electric distribution operations and construction.
• Proven leadership capabilities, including the ability to lead change in a competitive business environment.
• Strong knowledge of work methods, processes, and technologies related to electric transmission, distribution, metering, or generation operations.
• Effective problem-solving and presentation skills.
• Strong public speaking and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to mentor and transfer knowledge and experience.
• Proficiency in budget planning and financial oversight.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field with twelve (12) or more years of operational leadership experience.
• OR Associate’s degree in business administration or related field with fourteen (14) or more years of operational leadership experience.
• OR High school diploma with sixteen (16) or more years of operational leadership experience.

Preferred Experience

• 15+ years of utility operations leadership experience.
• Experience leading union-represented workforces and developing strong labor-management partnerships.
• Significant responsibility for fleet, facilities, logistics, materials management, inventory control, warehouse, or storeroom operations.
• Demonstrated success developing and executing enterprise operational strategies and transformational initiatives across a large, complex organization.

Why should you join our team?

At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 13 paid Holidays
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don’t discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY (Different Generations), capable (Different Abilities), Interfaith, People Planet Partners, and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.