Planner, Gas Operations

Planner, Gas Operations Southborough, MA Job Details Full-time $97,390 - $108,210 a year 3 days ago Qualifications Project reporting Cost management Computer operation Operations management Project planning Engineering Staff scheduling Oil & gas Process improvement Mid-level Cost control Improving operational efficiency 3 years Bachelor's degree in business administration Change management Analysis skills Bachelor's degree in engineering Bachelor's degree Business Administration Productivity software Cross-functional collaboration Business Staffing management Technical Proficiency Full Job Description Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply. This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).

Role and Scope of Position:

The Planner, Gas Operations is responsible for planning, organizing and managing the Gas Distribution field workload through accurate forecasting, staffing calculations, scheduling and management reports. Creates, maintains and upgrades short and long-term staffing models and trending forecasts to improve the efficiency of the Gas Operations area. Prepares work schedules for district operations through analysis of projected workload, resource requirements and prescribed time frames. Ensures that work plans and schedules facilitate timely and cost-effective completion of all capital workload including new business, compliance and mandated work, system reliability, and maintenance and construction.

Essential Functions:

Generates district work plans and schedules that ensure resources are available to meet workload demands. Provides contingency plans to rebalance workload. Monitors current and future workload to ensure district plans and schedules maximize productivity, control costs and meets or exceeds service level agreements (SLA's). Creates and maintains accurate short and long-term forecasting and staffing models that ensure the effective utilization of distribution resources. Evaluates current procedures and recommends changes to improve the efficiency of planning and scheduling of projects. Works with Compliance Coordinators to distribute district compliance and mandated program work. Ensures that all projects are executed and closed out in a timely, accurate and cost-effective manner and according to Company policy. Develops time and cost schedules for district management through analysis of survey statistics and productivity information. Prepares weekly and monthly workload status reports for management.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

Requires working and technical knowledge of specific Distribution departmental activities including construction standards, operating and maintenance procedures and regulations related to Distribution field activity Ability to use PC desktop applications (e.g. Microsoft Office, Work Management and spreadsheets) Strong analytical skills and demonstrated skill in workload planning and resource allocation

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, related discipline or equivalent experience

Experience :

Minimum of three (3) years in Gas Operations or related field

Working Conditions:

Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required. Must be available to travel between

MA/CT/NH

as necessary. This position is categorized as safety-sensitive for the purpose of drug testing. Successful applicants shall be subject to a pre-assignment drug test if the individual is currently in a non-safety sensitive position. As an employee in this position the individual shall be subject to random drug testing. A positive drug test will result in disciplinary action. This position is categorized as safety-sensitive for the purpose of drug testing. Successful applicants shall be subject to a pre-assignment drug test if the individual is currently in a non-safety sensitive position. As an employee in this position the individual shall be subject to random drug testing. A positive drug test will result in disciplinary action.

Mental Aspects :

Work includes analyzing, implementing and coordinating. This role works in an environment that often requires the performance of multiple simultaneous activities, where deadlines need to be met and work is performed under pressure while involving significant business commitments and results. #gasajd #LI-ES3

Competencies:

Build trusting relationships Manage and develop people Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration Lead change Communicate strategic vision Create an engaged workforce Focus on the customer Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is: $97,390.00-$108,210.00

Worker Type:

Regular Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers' needs is part of every employee's role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement :

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status. VEVRRA Federal Contractor