Manager, Electric Operations Services

Connexus Energy is looking for a skilled problem solver and people leader to join our team as our Manger, Electric Operations Services. Day to day responsibilities for the Manager, Electric Operations Services include providing leadership to multiple teams including, construction scheduling, builder support, locating and field design/staking. This role will also be responsible for project work including the implementation of new design software, evaluating existing business processes and driving efficiencies. Our ideal candidate will support this work by fostering collaboration amongst teams and providing leadership aligning with our corporate culture.

Based in Ramsey, Connexus Energy is Minnesota's largest electric distribution cooperative, providing electricity, renewable energy alternatives and related services to 141,000+ residential and commercial members just north of the Twin Cities. We offer a collaborative work environment with challenging and rewarding work, which provides for professional development and work-life balance in a highly technical, stable and innovative industry. We give back to the communities we serve by embracing opportunities to volunteer, donate and support economic development. Our talented and friendly staff focuses on achieving our mission of providing cost-competitive, reliable electricity and related services, with an environmental commitment, affirming the value of member cooperative ownership.

Key Responsibilities & Results:

• Manage the planning and scheduling of maintenance and capital construction work.
• Oversee the design of the cooperative's distribution system through the Distribution Design group.
• Manage the underground utility locating work function.
• Lead software implementations and related process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Lead daily ongoing activities to ensure effective department operations.
• Lead the strategic thinking and project management of enterprise-wide initiates which impact team's responsibilities.
• Establish and maintain the department budget.

Recommended Attributes:

• Leadership - Experience with direct and indirect leadership through the use of excellent collaboration, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills. Experience working with and guiding contractors and managing contracts.
• Communication - Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate and present to all levels within the organization.
• Project Sponsorship - Ability to own projects and provide resources to enable project success.
• Process Improvement - Capability to Identify, analyze and improve existing business process to optimize performance
• Technical Skills - Strong computer skills in standard office applications as well as enterprise systems.
• Safety Mindset - Safety is our first priority and our leadership is focus on supporting our Arrive Safe, Work Safe, and Home Safe safety mission.

Required Talents, Skills, Expertise, Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business management, construction management, engineering, or related field.
• Experience in utilities, construction, manufacturing or related field.

Preferred Talents, Skills, Expertise and Education:

• Electric utility experience
• Current and valid driver's license

Compensation: This position offers a competitive wage and an attractive benefits package including medical, dental, life, disability insurance, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement and more.

An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Veterans, Disabilities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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