VP of Field Operations - Multi-State Utility Leader

Summit Utilities; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Utilities, Inc. seeks a Vice President of Operations to lead field operations across multiple states from Little Rock, AR.

The VP will oversee construction, maintenance, distribution, customer field service, safety, compliance, and performance, driving operational excellence and a culture of safety and integrity. This role partners with Engineering, Regulatory, and Customer Experience teams to meet enterprise goals, manage budgets, ensure PHMSA/OSHA compliance, and attract diverse talent

Qualifications

• Requires a BS/BA in engineering, operations management or business.
• 15 years of progressive operations experience in natural gas or distribution.
• Experience in safety, regulatory compliance and budgeting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership and strategic direction for field operations across service territories.
• Ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations of the natural gas distribution system.
• Oversee emergency response protocols and readiness for weather events or incidents.
• Lead safety initiatives to drive a zero-incident culture.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Compliance, Regulatory, and Customer Experience teams.
• Maintain full regulatory compliance with PHMSA, OSHA and state commissions.
• Lead budgeting for O&M and capital programs and drive cost efficiency.
• Identify and implement process improvements and best practices.
• Represent Operations in executive leadership meetings and enterprise initiatives.
• Foster an inclusive workplace and develop diverse talent pipelines.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Safety culture

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations/Business

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Job description

Summit Utilities, Inc. seeks a Vice President of Operations to lead field operations across multiple states from Little Rock, AR.

The VP will oversee construction, maintenance, distribution, customer field service, safety, compliance, and performance, driving operational excellence and a culture of safety and integrity. This role partners with Engineering, Regulatory, and Customer Experience teams to meet enterprise goals, manage budgets, ensure PHMSA/OSHA compliance, and attract diverse talent