GIS IT Manager

PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories: onsite roles, hybrid roles that are a blend of onsite and remote work, remote local roles that are primarily home-based but require some level of purpose-driven in-person interaction and living within a commutable distance, and remote non-local roles that can be effectively performed remotely with the ability to work in approved states.

PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.

Job Summary

We are currently hiring a Utilities Asset Management and GIS IT Manager. This position is a direct report to the PSEGLI IT Director of Operational Technologies. This IT Leader is responsible for the planning and execution for features and functionality aligned with the Asset Management and Field Services business functions. Responsibilities will include: gathering and prioritizing business requirements, defining the technology solution vision, and working closely with business functions to ensure business objectives are met. This role also has responsibility for operations functions related to inside and outside plant maintenance and asset mapping / GIS services.

Job Responsibilities

The Technology Group Product Manager works with business and technology stakeholders and delivery teams to develop and convey product vision; define backlog; and deliver and sustain the end-to-end customer experience. Group Product Managers conceive, deliver, monitor, and refine technology solutions to maximize business results. They must also be able to partner effectively with a wide range of teams, including business leaders, delivery teams and external partners, driving business success while promoting the self-organizing culture that makes agile delivery organizations successful.

• Oversees the Project Teams within their Business Unit domain. Drives and executes projects within the assigned Business Unit domain. Partners with IT and business leadership and other key stakeholders to define opportunities and to identify and prioritize projects based on predefined criteria (return on investment, productivity, compliance).

• Accountable for receiving approval from stakeholders on portfolio strategy and plan. Ensure operations of these technology solutions are consistent with service and business performance objectives; take necessary steps to deploy remedies where needed with internal and external partners. Works with governance bodies to review and approve strategies, categories and overall structure.

• Establishes priorities of the product backlog (Features and Technical Debt) in collaboration with the Business and Project Teams. Ensures the development of the life cycle view of the solution including the conception of its need, design and execution, and upgrade and/or replacement when appropriate.

• Accountable for designs, specs and program management for projects that fall within the scope of their Business Unit domain. Ensures timely escalation and management of technical and service shortfalls to relevant technical support teams for resolution and for future prevention.

• Manages quality assurance rollouts and performs functional analysis to assess the robustness of projects recently launched. Collaborates with Finance to define cost allocation, cost recovery and pricing plan within the overall context of chargeback or pricing model.

• Develops and manages the cost model for portfolio and identifies appropriate cost levers for improvement. Develop and analyze performance dashboards and scorecards to quantify and measure outcomes and identify shortfalls, remedies and opportunities to management. Provides feedback on application design and operational features.

• Accountable for overseeing the development of the backlog and actionable user stories for a portfolio of products. Identify the guidelines for project operational roll outs and acts as a safeguard to protect the business case for the program.

Job Specific Qualifications

Required Skills, Competencies, Education or Experience:

• Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Engineering or Business or a related field

• 8+ years of relevant experience within the information technology field or an industry with reliance on technical expertise

• Sound expertise in project/program and portfolio management

• Sound expertise in technology resource management, job positions, career paths, recruiting, and compensation

• Must demonstrate the ability to proactively communicate technical topics in a clear, succinct, and relevant way

• Proven experience in managing program budgets and technology cost centers in large corporate environments to ensure corporate targets are met

• Must demonstrate technology procurement & technology financial operations experience ensuring vendor contracts support business and corporate needs

• Proficient in working with business area’s to understand needs/requirements with an ability provide innovative solutions

• Must be technically knowledgeable with the ability to assess solutions for current and future needs across organizations.

• Proven experience with leading teams on the implementation and enhancements of Energy Efficiency technologies, and/or cloud technologies.

• Track record as an innovator and agent leading organizations and people through change

• Proven experience in long term planning including building roadmaps and program planning

• Must demonstrate digital acumen

• Must demonstrate strong leadership and influence skills

• Ability to present to all levels of management & executive leadership

• Excellent teamwork, facilitation, relationship building, and negotiation skills

Desired Skills, Competencies, Education and Experience:

• Advanced degree, e.g. Masters of Business Administration

• Change management and/or PHR certifications

• Experience with technology organizational design

• Experience with CMMI (Capability Maturity Model Integration) and/or managing projects

• Over 3 years of experience managing team of 5+ staff or external contractors

Minimum Years of Experience

8 years of experience