What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vegetation Management Program Manager/Sr. Vegetation Management Program Manager position at Duke Energy?
Responsibilities
- DVMP / TVMP Annual Planning Develop vegetation management work plan and associated budget for respective T or D Maintenance area / zone in collaboration with other VM Specialists, System Forester and Manager. Work with System Forester and Manager to assure that work plan is in compliance with Federal and Stated T&D vegetation management standards and regulatory requirements.
- General Contract Management Monitor the performance of contract resources to assure safe work practices, vegetation management procedures / standards adherence, and productivity consistent with Duke Energy Expectations. Lead role for area VM crews during emergency storm operations. Works independently on complex issues. Applying advanced knowledge and problem solving skills to wide-ranging issues. Integrates industry knowledge related to data into everyday business practices and decision making.
- Customer Relations (Internal and External)This positions responds to customer and community concerns associated with our VM and Herbicide Programs. Responsible for the development of communication plans with key stakeholders associated with VM projects.
- Governmental / Community Relations Works with government agencies, including DOT and Environmental to ensure compliance with appropriate state and federal regulations and pro-active communications of area vegetation management plans and procedures to community stakeholders.
- Work Plans Monitor respective Transmission or Distribution Maintenance Area vegetation management work plan and budget by inspecting / reporting work plan completion progress, reviewing / approving invoices for contractor work, monitoring unit costs, and adjusting work plans and expenditures as necessary.
- Inspections / Patrols Perform regular patrols of Transmission or Distribution rights-of-way to identify issues that would potentially impact the safe and reliable operation of the line.
- Financial Management Manage expenditures within area of responsibility to ensure that budget target and forecast changes are met. Implement adjustments within area of responsibility to complete necessary work while meeting budget forecasts, including forecast changes.
- Construction Clearing As assigned, coordinates construction clearing activities for construction projects in area of responsibility.
Required / Basic Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Specific Requirements
The following required education & experience can be interchangeably accepted :
Working Conditions
LI-LM1
Travel Requirements
5-15%
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
Represented / Union Position
Visa Sponsored Position
Posting Expiration Date
Monday, March 17, 2025
All job postings expire at 12 : 01 AM on the posting expiration date.
