Manager EDAM Support

Job Title: Manager EDAM Support

Location: PSB Annex

Job Responsibilities :

The Manager of EDAM (Electric Distribution Asset Management) Support is responsible for the operation of Customer Operations GIS/Mapping, Drafting, Right of Way and Surveying functions. This position encompasses both management of day to day functions, ensuring that tasks are performed efficiently and timely in order to meet both internal and external customer expectations as well as developing and implementing strategies for the group that ensure the most effective use of available technology, tools and techniques. 

Essential Functions: 

• Directly supervise 3 supervisors responsible for GIS/Mapping, Right of Way/Surveying and Drafting functions (approximately 45 employees total). 
• Establish strategies and budgets for the work group that ensure the group is leveraging technology and best practices that ensure customer (internal/external) needs are met while improving efficiency and productivity. 
• Develop and maintain contracts with suppliers to ensure adequate resources are available to perform necessary work to appropriate standards and expectations. 
• Develop and maintain relationships with state, county and local officials to ensure appropriate sharing and use of GIS and survey information and practices. 
• Strong leadership, organizational and communication skills and the ability to handle a wide range of technical issues. 
• Interpreting, organizing, coordinating and executing work assignments. 
• Develop specifications, training, software, reference manuals, and procedures. 
• Sets work group goals, measures results, and actively manage work group performance to achieve expected results. 
• Ensure work group is effectively mentored, trained and developed. 
• Ensure excellent internal and external customer relations and communication. 
• Ensure that all work is performed to according to safety rules, work procedures and construction standards and according to the engineered design if applicable. 
• Determine staffing requirements and interview and hire personnel as appropriate.

Education/Experience Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline is required. Minimum of six years of previous supervisory experience is preferred. Demonstrated organizational and planning skills required. Knowledge and understanding of business strategy and process preferred.