4548 - Utility Program Manager - APAC/JAPAN/INDIA

SSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

Overall, the Senior Principal Utility Program Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of essential public services to our business. 

• Owns the NTT program budget for the utility impact to NTT Data Center capital improvement projects. 

• Provides due diligence and capacity planning expertise for regional expansion programs. 

• Oversees and manages easement acquisition that supports off-site routing. 

• Manages electrical utility, project management consultants, and substation contractors for transmission works and substations. 

• Develops and implements policies and procedures to sustain safety, improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service quality. 

• Manages and leverages relationships with government agencies, community organizations, and other stakeholders. 

• Develops and executes energy strategies to reduce long-term energy costs. 

• Reports to senior management on program status and provides advice on critical issues and opportunities. 

• Establishes strong relationships with all stakeholders through collaboration and superior communication skills. 

• Develops and maintains knowledge base of leading industry standards and champions internal adoption for continual improvement 

• Provides technical consultation and expertise in the domain of on-site, distributed backup power generation and energy storage. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 

• Project and program management: Ability to manage complex projects and programs, develop and track budgets, manage risks, and ensure delivery within established timelines and objectives. 

• Utility infrastructure knowledge: Expert understanding of the design, construction, and maintenance of utility infrastructure, including electrical, gas, water, fiber, and wastewater systems. 

• Technical expertise: Strong technical knowledge and experience with utility systems, including the ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and schematics. 

• Leadership and communication: Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. 

• Analytical and problem-solving skills: Ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions. 

• Regulatory compliance: Strong understanding of applicable regulations, standards, and safety requirements. 

• Financial management: Strong financial management skills, including the ability to develop and manage budgets, monitor expenditures, and identify opportunities for cost savings. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE  

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering or relevant field required. 

• 12+ years’ experience with major utility engagement. 

• Accredited degree in Engineering preferred.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Primarily walking, standing, and bending on project site. 

• Able to hear and speak into a telephone. 

• Close visual work on a computer terminal. 

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments. 

• Able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. 

WORK CONDITIONS 

• 15%: Travel to Construction jobsites at various levels of development 

• This position is expected to be remote with the occasional need to be at jobsite or other locations 

• This position will need to coordinate across the EMEA region and can be assigned projects in Asia, work-load dependent, and will need to work across several time zones 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Must possess a current, valid driver’s licen