What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wildfire Project Manager position at San Diego Gas & Electric?
Job Title: Wildfire Mitigation Strategy Project Manager or Coordinator
Location: San Diego
About Us:
We’re transforming how utilities tackle wildfire risk by redefining talent utilization and innovation in the energy sector. We provide solutions to our utility clients, enabling them to succeed in supplying abundant, reliable, clean, and safe power throughout California. If you’re driven by the challenge of reducing wildfire risk and making a tangible impact, this position is your opportunity to lead change in California.
Your Role:
As the Wildfire Mitigation Strategy Project Manager/Coordinator, you’ll spearhead initiatives that shape how utilities approach wildfire prevention and risk management. This position is open to both senior candidates with extensive project management experience and eager project coordinators, offering a wide range of potential compensation based on experience.
You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies that align with regulatory requirements, leverage cutting-edge analytics, and drive measurable results. This role is for someone who thrives on solving complex problems and wants to directly contribute to safeguarding California’s people and environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead initiatives within the department to execute wildfire mitigation strategies, integrating risk modeling, regulatory insights, and operational best practices.
- Collaborate with technical teams and leadership to translate business challenges into actionable solutions.
- Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring projects stay on track and deliver impactful outcomes.
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive collaboration and alignment.
- Provide strategic guidance to teams, fostering innovation and continuous improvement in wildfire mitigation efforts.
What You Bring:
Minimum Requirements:
- A passion for wildfire mitigation and a commitment to creating safer communities.
- Proven ).
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate it into actionable strategies.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a track record of driving cross-functional collaboration.
Preferred Qualifications (particularly for the more senior Project Manager position):**
- PMP certification.
- Understanding of Agile methodologies.
- Experience working in project management with a technically focused group, such as developers or data scientists.
- Experience in the utility industry, regulatory compliance, or risk management (highly preferred).
- Knowledge of wildfire mitigation practices and emerging technologies (highly preferred).
Why Join Us?
- Impact: Your work will directly reduce wildfire risk and protect California’s communities.
- Innovation: Be at the forefront of developing adaptive strategies for utilities.
- Growth: Gain exposure to cutting-edge analytics and regulatory frameworks.
If you’re ready to lead transformative change in wildfire mitigation, apply today and help us build a safer, more resilient future.
Apply now and make a difference where it matters most.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $90,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Diego, CA 92123
Salary : $90,000 - $140,000
