Strategic Utilities Leader (Electric, Water & Gas)

City of Union; Union (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Union seeks a seasoned Utilities Director to plan, direct, and oversee daily operations of the City’s Utility Division, including electric, natural gas, water distribution and wastewater systems. You will supervise staff, manage budgets, review plans, and ensure regulatory compliance.

This role reports to the City Administrator and requires a engineering degree, substantial leadership experience, and the ability to coordinate with regulators, contractors, and customer groups to keep

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering and seven years of progressively responsible experience in public utilities operations, maintenance and construction, including lead or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Directs the activities of the Utilities Division for electric, gas, water and wastewater utilities.
• Reviews contracts, engineering plans, specifications, and system studies related to utilities.
• Prepares detailed annual budgets for electric, gas, water, and wastewater operations.
• Ensures compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Interacts with regulatory agencies, vendors, and customers to address utility matters.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Job description

City of Union seeks a seasoned Utilities Director to plan, direct, and oversee daily operations of the City’s Utility Division, including electric, natural gas, water distribution and wastewater systems. You will supervise staff, manage budgets, review plans, and ensure regulatory compliance.

This role reports to the City Administrator and requires a engineering degree, substantial leadership experience, and the ability to coordinate with regulators, contractors, and customer groups to keep