Director - Digital Plan OT Systems at Iberdrola Group in Augusta, GA

Director - Digital Plan OT Systems Location: United States Of America, New York, Rochester The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from: Rochester, Binghamton, and Vestal, NY - $156,000 - $195,000 Orange, CT - $171,000 - $214,000 Augusta and Portland, ME - $156,000 - $195,000 What We Offer: Competitive benefits and growth opportunities Generous performance‑based bonuses 12% 401(k) match Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Tuition reimbursement Professional development and clear career‑advancement pathways For more information, please visit: Benefits - Avangrid Job Summary: The Director, Operational Technology Projects within the Projects and Processes Control Center organization leads a group of technical project managers responsible for primarily delivering Operational Technology (OT) data center and Energy Control Center-related projects. The Projects and Processes Control Center organization is responsible for executing critical OT systems and infrastructure projects (e.g., near real-time operating control systems, next-generation AMI, data center construction and relocations, substation automation, line sensors) to help enable grid modernization across Avangrid. This position requires applying strategic thinking, technical expertise, and supervisory experience to execute projects in close collaboration with multiple organizations, particularly Electric and Gas Operations, IT, and Operational Smart Grids (e.g., Control Systems & Automation, Smart Metering, Infrastructure & Compliance, and Telecommunications) in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York. Key Responsibilities: Provides strategic direction to, and long-term planning for their team. Works with PPCC leadership to deliver on budgeting, team objectives and performance management, contractor and vendor management, performance reporting, portfolio management, and regulatory and contractual compliance. Directs the execution of projects end-to-end from development through deployment and close-out including transition to operations as needed. Supports (and leads where needed) their project managers with cross-functional teams on the development of project scope, technical requirements, various plans (e.g., project, testing, training, transition, resource), and project close-out documentation including lessons learned. Accountable for delivering projects on time and within budget including measurement and tracking of project plan progression, risks, and milestones. Accountable for their team’s project financials, including budget development and variance tracking, benefit-cost analyses, and forecasts. Spearheads innovative technical solutions for the department. Advances the department’s technical knowledge and professional development. Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience required. Experience leading IT and/or OT (e.g., telecommunications, network or systems engineering, applications support, data center infrastructure, energy control systems, smart metering) project management and/or operations teams required. Demonstrated experience in at least one of the following areas required: Data center engineering, planning, site selection, construction, project management, and/or operations. Energy Control Center-related applications (e.g., EMS, OMS, ADMS applications, iTOA). Experience navigating procurement processes, including the development of RFPs and contract requirements, required. Experience with budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, and payment and accrual processes required. Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera, Smartsheet), Microsoft Office, and SAP required. Demonstrated track record of driving decision-making, learning new technologies and systems, and building cross-functional relationships with key stakeholders required. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in electric and/or gas utilities is strongly preferred. Related certifications (e.g., PMP, Lean Six Sigma, PE) preferred. #LI-On-Site #LI-JM1 Company: AVANGRID SERVICE COMPANY Mobility Information Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at careers@avangrid.com. Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions.  This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power. Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management. Job Posting End Date: Additional Locations: NY - Kirkwood - JACC, ME - Portland - Canco Rd, ME - Augusta - General Office, CT - Orange - 180 Marsh Hill Rd, NY - Vestal - Binghamton ECC