President - RG&E

Iberdrola; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 309,000 - 386,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% 401(k) match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development and career-ud

Job summary

ROCHESTER GAS & ELEC CORP is seeking a senior leader to supervise safety, operations, and financial performance of Electric Transmission & Distribution, Planning & Projects, and Hydroelectricity Ops within RG&E and NYSEG jurisdictions.

The role partners with Avangrid leadership to drive long-term operational plans, budgets, and CLCPA initiatives while ensuring regulatory compliance and robust customer service. Strong leadership and strategic skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field required.
• 15+ years in electric transmission/distribution operations or related roles.
• Knowledge of federal/state regulations, safety and compliance policies.
• Proven ability to lead large teams and manage budgets.
• Strong communication and stakeholder relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual business and 5-year CAPEX plans for Electric Distribution.
• Oversee budgeting, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Direct operations to meet safety, reliability, and customer service goals.
• Lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with Avangrid leadership.
• Support climate and regulatory goals and drive process improvements.

Skills

Electrical leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Strategic planning

Communication

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Multitasking

Leadership

Industry knowledge

Availability for odd hours

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field

Master’s Degree or MBA (preferred)

Tools

Technology leverage

Job description

Base salary range: $309,000 - $386,000.

What We Offer

• Competitive benefits and growth opportunities.
• Generous performance‑based bonuses.
• 12% 401(k) match.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development and clear career‑advancement pathways.

Job Summary

Oversees the safety, operational, financial, and environmental performance of RG&E. The role involves steering the strategic direction of the utility, remaining customer focused while contributing to RG&E’s financial wellbeing. Leads an RG&E team responsible for maintenance and construction activities of the Electric Transmission and Distribution systems, Planning and Projects, as well as Hydroelectricity Engineering and Operations within the RG&E and NYSEG jurisdiction. Works in conjunction, and acts as liaison, with Avangrid leadership to ensure best practice utilization and coordination among operating companies while ensuring that RG&E objectives are met. Guarantees that RG&E has a robust long‑term operational plan (investments, technology, budgets) and a clear roadmap to deliver operational goals. Actively participates, takes ownership, and signs‑off in all rate case proposals related to operations, planning, and project construction at RG&E, including implementation of objectives related to New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA). Provides leadership and direction to achieve goals (operational and financial), implement change, and foster efficiencies. Maintains awareness of state and federal legislation and policies and determines glide path for integration into the business as appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the development and implementation of the annual business plan and 5‑year CAPEX plan for Electric Distribution, including O&M and Capital budgets.
• Directs the progress and reallocates resources as necessary to ensure goal achievement (Safety, Reliability, and Customer Service).
• Oversee operations and financial performance, including, but not limited to, budgeting, risk management, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Leverage internal and external resources, ensuring efficient, quality, and cost‑effective management of resources across RG&E.
• Provide leadership with a focus on safety and reliability, while influencing team members to deliver business outcomes.
• Develop and mentor a skilled workforce, supporting talent management and employee engagement.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and corporate standards.
• Manage the utility with a customer‑centric approach, balancing reliability, service, and cost.
• Promote the RG&E brand and value propositions.
• Create a climate of innovation, in which ideas for process improvement are continually encouraged from within the organization.
• Be a strategic partner with other leaders to develop and implement plans to meet organizational safety, operational, and financial goals.
• Direct electric operation initiatives, including the preparation of budgets and the tracking, cost control, and reporting of actual O&M and capital expenditures.
• Responsible for the achievement of corporate and/or regulatory goals and requirements.
• Directs the activities related to representation of the companies for state, regional, or national issues.
• Acts as liaison for the Company with customers and with state and municipal agencies to coordinate efforts.
• Directs corporate capital and operating budgetary process including forecasting, controlling, and reconciling in order to ensure fiscal responsibility and accountability across the enterprise.
• Directs activities related to Emergency Preparedness and Response efforts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field experience. Will consider combination of equivalent education and years of related experience.
• At least 15+ years of experience in Electric Transmission and/or Distribution operations, construction, projects, customer service, or a combination of relevant experience in the regulated utility industry.
• Thorough knowledge of company, federal and state regulation, safety, and compliance policies and procedures.
• Leverage technology to improve business processes.
• Ability to proactively monitor changing industry trends and develop appropriate strategies / plans.
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels, both within the company and externally.
• Ability to originate, reflect upon, articulate, and implement strategies and manage through corporate changes.
• Able to build a strong sustaining culture and secure high levels of employee engagement with expertise in creating an environment resulting in employee satisfaction, creativity, and empowerment.
• Must be highly adaptable and resilient to change.
• Strong ability to build and manage collaborative relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to multi‑task and quickly prioritize projects and work under pressure to meet business needs.
• Excellent leadership and collaboration skills in effectively managing large workforce.
• Knowledge of the electric and gas industry.
• Ability to work non‑traditional work hours (nights and weekends) as needed for emergency and crisis communications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or MBA preferred.
• Familiarity with utility rate case processes.

Company: ROCHESTER GAS & ELEC CORP

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