Hybrid Vegetation Program Lead (Utilities & Compliance)

PG&E; San Luis Obispo (CA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

PG&E in San Luis Obispo, CA, is seeking a Vegetation Program Manager to oversee vegetation management operations, ensure electric system safety, reliability and regulatory compliance. The role leads a team across a geographic area and collaborates with customers and public entities to manage vegetation near PG&E assets.

This hybrid position offers a flexible work arrangement between remote office and assigned location within the Central Coast Service Territory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 2 years of job-related experience.
• ISA Arborist/Utility Specialist certification or TRAQ is desirable.
• Knowledge of forestry and/or utility vegetation management concepts.
• Strong verbal and written communication; negotiation and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and GIS tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee vegetation management operations and outside contractor work in a district or division.
• Lead project teams and solve moderately complex problems.
• Coordinate with peers to align program goals within a functional area.
• Partner with leadership across lines of business to meet goals.
• Assist in implementing new concepts, processes and ideas for program success.
• Participate in public hearings or similar to support regulatory context and expert input.
• Review procurement related to complex projects and ensure alignment with program plans.
• Deliver on the program implementation plan and manage multiple programs.
• Support safety investigations and corrective actions within the program.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Negotiation

Collaboration

Diplomacy

Tact

Project management

Program management

Lean management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

PG&E in San Luis Obispo, CA, is seeking a Vegetation Program Manager to oversee vegetation management operations, ensure electric system safety, reliability and regulatory compliance. The role leads a team across a geographic area and collaborates with customers and public entities to manage vegetation near PG&E assets.

This hybrid position offers a flexible work arrangement between remote office and assigned location within the Central Coast Service Territory.