Directs vegetation management internal oversight teams (Vegetation Operations Inspectors) within assigned regional areas or for transmission across the service territory, overseeing multiple teams and collaborating with contractors to ensure public safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
Works with the Director, peers, and individual contributors to establish strategic direction and operational objectives, and develops operational tactics to achieve these goals.
Acts as the departmental champion for company goals related to safety, reliability, affordability, customer service, and workforce development.
Partners with peer Vegetation Management Managers to set both short- and long-term objectives, establish performance measures, and implement reporting mechanisms aligned with overall Electric Operations goals.
Handles complex and sensitive issues escalated from supervisors, senior management, and regulatory authorities, including interactions with contractors, customers and public entities. May represent PG&E’s position before elected officials and regulatory bodies, seeking solutions that balance customer and business needs.
Oversees quality control inspections, audits, and contractor work reviews, ensuring corrective actions are taken to maintain compliance, safety, and reliability.
Manages annual operating budgets of approximately $75 million or more; reviews and submits area work forecasts and budgets for approval, monitors expenses, and develops variance explanations and action plans.
Focuses on performance improvement opportunities and designates team leads for specific improvement projects.
Coaches Supervisors in regulatory or industry forums, public hearings, or legal proceedings, and may provide expert witness testimony in high-profile legal cases involving vegetation issues.
Reviews and approves new or revised scopes of work for contractors, ensuring compliance standards and deliverables are met.
Reviews and approves budget forecasts and business cases for new or special initiatives, such as public safety, reliability, reclamation, or timber harvest plans.
Participates in the utility arborist association to influence industry standards, and may lead statewide efforts on behalf of PG&E to resolve issues and educate stakeholders.
Manages staff through effective recruitment, selection, training, development, performance management, and rewards and recognition programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a job-related discipline or equivalent experience
California Driver’s License
At least 10 years of job-related experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role
Comprehensive knowledge of forestry and/or utility vegetation management concepts, methods, and techniques
Broad understanding of the utility and energy industry, including economic, social, and political issues, trends, and business drivers
ISA Arborist/Utility Specialist certification
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Demonstrated strong leadership abilities
Strategic problem-solving and analytical skills
Business and financial expertise for managing sizable budgets
Adaptability to function within a highly regulated environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with diverse stakeholders
Influence and negotiation abilities, along with tact, diplomacy, and political acumen for managing sensitive public and customer issues
Proven organizational, time management, prioritization, and planning skills
Thorough understanding of project and program management principles and practices
Expertise in data analysis, process improvement, and creative thinking to develop compelling business cases in complex environments
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Benefits

eligible to participate in PG&E’s discretionary incentive compensation programs

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills

vegetation managementforestry conceptsutility vegetation management techniquesproject management principlesdata analysisprocess improvementbudget managementperformance measuresquality control inspectionsregulatory compliance

Soft skills

leadershipstrategic problem-solvinganalytical skillscommunication skillsinfluencenegotiationorganizational skillstime managementprioritizationplanning

Certifications

ISA Arborist certificationUtility Specialist certificationProject Management Professional (PMP) certification