Program Manager Jobs

47049 - Multi Location - Regular -

Safety Comes First is a core value at Hydro One, and we remain committed to taking every reasonable precaution to ensure a respectful, safe and healthy working environment. Further to this commitment, we have adopted a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy to protect the health of our employees from the hazard of COVID-19. New employees will be required to declare their vaccination status to Hydro One. Employees who do not provide proof of vaccination status may not enter any 3rd party locations that require full vaccination (e.g. customer properties).

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

• NOTE* Hydro One introduced a Hybrid Work Pilot Project in 2022 for most office-based roles. Employees work in-office/on-site two days a week and remotely from home for three days a week. Hydro One is adding refreshed workspaces and technology to support these changes. Join us as we ‘trial & learn’ a new modern way of working and be a key driver of future state!

In office but with intention – a time for team and trust building, collaboration, and socialization. Please reach out to us to learn more!

General Accountabilities

• Conduct Operations research, technical/economic/business/regulatory impact assessments, and otherspecialized technical/business studies to determine transmission/distribution customer needs; analyze problems,develop strategies, alternatives and preferred solution; and facilitate delivery of solution through suppliers andservice providers. Receive assignment from Supervisor on broad terms on specific problems related to areas ofassigned work. Research available resources and contacts and propose effective recommendations to improveperformance. Recognize areas requiring further action to avoid problems.
• Participate in the development, definition and preparation of programs, process, technical/operational/businessstandards, procedures or methods, including risk management and costing related to the management oftransmission/distribution assets. Monitor service provider performance; provide re-direction as required.
• Monitor and control Dx Lines Capital programs. Co-ordinate activities with Service Providers andStakeholders.
• Perform other duties as required
• Maintain an awareness of advancing technology developments in business/transmission/distribution equipmentand systems.
• Provide technical guidance to others as required, assist in resolution of work problems and train new staff in jobresponsibilities.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and specifications, and present recommendations to resolve issues, producingnecessary documentation.
• Contribute to the development of the business plan and regulatory submissions

Selection Criteria

Essential Competencies

• Requires knowledge of engineering science and business administration of Project Management, electricalpower systems and equipment relating to transmission/distribution assets, mathematics, information technology,analytical studies related to the application, design and performance of the transmission/distribution system.
• A period of 6 to 8 years and up to and including 10 years is considered necessary to gain this experience.
• Potential locations include Southern, Central, Northern or Eastern Region + GTA
• Requires knowledge and experience related to utility risk, regulation and policy functions in general and in HydroOne in particular.
• Ability to function effectively as a team member with a demonstrated ability to be an agent of change.
• Demonstrated strong organization and planning skills and team player skills.
• Completion of 4 years of University training (i.e., Business, Engineering or related discipline)
• Requires experience in developing and implementing performance strategies, policies, procedures andguidelines.
• Further studies in business would be considered an asset.
• Requires strong working knowledge of Sharepoint, Microsoft Office (Visio/Excel/Word/PowerPoint), SAP, etc.
• Requires experience with the measurement, design, monitoring, analysis and reporting function to give adviceand guidance to senior management on business performance processes, including setting performancemeasures and targets.
• Requires knowledge and experience in power system asset management, planning, operation and maintenancepractices, commissioning and construction for power systems.
• Requires experience in leading cross-functional teams, program and/or project management. Demonstratedability to work and lead in an environment requiring interface with subject matter experts from across all LoBs.
• The ability to work in a busy environment with competing and changing priorities and limited supervision.Requiring planning, organizing, scheduling, assigning and monitoring the quality and quantity of work.

At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2023.

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [email protected] . Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

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Deadline: July 10, 2023

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