About the role

  • Senior Manager of Safety & Operations ensuring regulatory compliance while leading cross-functional teams at PG&E. Drive operational discipline and a safety-first mindset across the enterprise.

Responsibilities

  • Drive CPUC regulatory compliance across Electric Distribution, Transmission, and Substation operations, aligning with PG&E’s strategic priorities.
  • Lead responses to CPUC audits, data requests, and NOVs with precision and expertise.
  • Partner with executives, regulators and internal teams to navigate rule changes and strengthen compliance support.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for GRC and TO Rate Cases, including regulatory testimony that champions compliance initiatives.
  • Define and communicate key metrics for Safety & Operations performance, applying pattern recognition and analytics to surface trends and guide strategic decisions.
  • Lead high-impact projects that benchmark best practices and deliver transformative improvements across Electric Operations.
  • Champion risk mitigation by shaping policy, influencing forums, and integrating controls into core business processes.
  • Oversee standards implementation and audit readiness, coordinating with Compliance Assurance to close gaps and drive accountability.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a large, high-performing compliance team in a continuously complex environment.
  • Engage confidently with executives and external regulators, translating complex reporting requirements into clear and digestible actions and communications.

Requirements

  • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
  • 8 years of experience with electric utility or related programs.
  • 5 years of experience as a program or project manager
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Public Policy, Law, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, utility operations, or energy sector governance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Demonstrated expertise managing compliance with CPUC, CAISO, OEIS, CalFIRE, and other regulatory agencies.
  • Proven experience overseeing compliance across distribution, transmission, and substation operations.
  • Strong knowledge of CPUC regulations, filings, and reporting requirements (e.g., Annual GO Reports, CAISO ASMR/AMR).
  • Familiarity with wildfire mitigation planning and associated regulatory frameworks (CPUC, OEIS, CalFIRE).
  • Ability to conduct data analysis on CPUC priors and trends to identify compliance risks and inform strategy.
  • Skilled in preparing and overseeing self-reports, investigations, regulatory interpretations, and compliance consultations.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple compliance obligations and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret complex regulations and develop actionable compliance strategies.
  • Exceptional communication skills for preparing filings, audit responses, and maintaining regulator relationships.
  • Proficiency in compliance management systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across legal, operations, engineering, and executive teams.
  • Proven ability to own compliance processes end-to-end, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of filings.
  • Skilled at leading cross-functional teams during audits, investigations, and regulatory reviews.
  • Capable of building and maintaining strong relationships with regulators, auditors, and internal stakeholders.
  • High ethical standards and commitment to regulatory integrity and operational excellence.

Job title

Senior Manager, Safety & Operations

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$147,000 - $251,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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