Storm Operations Lead

PowerGrid Services; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerGrid Services seeks an experienced Storm Operations Manager to lead mobilization, scheduling, and resource deployment across weather-driven events. You will coordinate with subcontractors, field teams, and leadership to ensure timely responses and accurate data capture.

The role emphasizes real-time reporting, billing-ready documentation, and proactive risk management, with travel to storm sites and occasional remote work from the office.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management, operations, or field management within utility, construction, or infrastructure environments.
• Direct experience managing or supporting storm restoration or emergency response operations.
• Prior experience leading a coordination team or supervising subcontractors preferred.
• Strong organizational, decision-making, and multitasking skills in fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and utility operational and billing systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead storm mobilization efforts, including crew scheduling, roster management, and resource deployment across assigned events.
• Direct coordination with subcontractors, field personnel, and operations leadership to ensure timely and efficient response.
• Own daily storm activity tracking, including crew counts, production, equipment usage, and operational status.
• Oversee documentation accuracy across timesheets, daily reports, logs, and records required for billing and compliance.
• Manage communication flow between field teams, leadership, customers, and support functions during active storm events.
• Escalate operational risks, delays, and resource gaps to leadership with recommended actions.

Skills

Project management

Operations management

Field coordination

Subcontractor management

Travel readiness

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

PowerGrid Services seeks an experienced Storm Operations Manager to lead mobilization, scheduling, and resource deployment across weather-driven events. You will coordinate with subcontractors, field teams, and leadership to ensure timely responses and accurate data capture.

The role emphasizes real-time reporting, billing-ready documentation, and proactive risk management, with travel to storm sites and occasional remote work from the office.