What are the responsibilities and job description for the Section Manager, SIES Overhead position at Consolidated Edison (Con Ed)?
Section Manager, SIES Overhead
Job Info
Job Identification
4625
Job Category
Mgr/Supv
Posting Date
12/05/2025, 08:23 PM
Locations
Davis Ave Service Center
Apply Before
12/17/2025, 12:59 PM
Job Schedule
Full time
Job Shift
Regular
Start Date
02/01/2026
Job Sub Function
Electrical Operations
Job Family
Operations
Minimum Salary
$140,000.00
Maximum Salary
$190,000.00
About Us
Mission Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company’s mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities – safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.
Benefits:
We are dedicated to supporting the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:
Rich medical & pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits
Dental benefits
Health Savings Accounts
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) with robust matching
Employer paid Pension Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a generous matching contribution
State of the art Employee Assistance Program
Paid Parental Leave
Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
Family support: emergency backup child, & elder care assistance
Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
Employee discount program
Commuter Benefits
Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
Life and Long-Term Disability Benefits
*Please be aware that some benefits may not apply to provisional or part-time job titles.
Job Description
Overall responsibility for planning, directing and controlling a safe, timely and efficient operation in the construction, operation, maintenance and restoration of the overhead distribution system. Maximize system integrity, reliability and continuity while operating within assigned O&M, Human Resources, budgets and schedules.
Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
Plan and direct related activities for overhead construction.
Implement plans and programs to improve the performance, reliability and restoration of the overhead electrical distribution system.
Ensure compliance with operating, housekeeping and safety procedures to provide for employee safety and welfare.
Responsible for section's capital, O&M, Human Resources and overtime budgets and ensure the section is 0perating within budget guidelines.
Evaluate the performance and integrity of the regional overhead electrical distribution systems and participates in the development and implementation of goals and plans to improve the reliability of the system. Establishes priorities and assigns human resources to efficiently schedule all repairs and maintenance of the overhead distribution system with special emphasis on Storm restoration activities including acting frequently as an Operations Chief.
Monitor, direct, guide and assist subordinate employees to successfully meet assigned goals and tasks.
Enhance the Company's public image by effectively directing the performance of the organization's field forces and the appearance of its equipment. Instills a sense of customer satisfaction in subordinates and peers. Emphasizes and achieves SAJFI/CAIDI targets.
Leads the Organization to ensure completion of annual load relief projects and minimize feeder outages.
Ensure a high level of technical expertise that will improve competence of all personnel.
Provide a positive employee relations atmosphere through proper and effective administration of the Company's personnel policies, procedure, and practices including but not limited to Training and Development Performance Appraisal, Counseling, Discipline and Security.
Comply with the Company's Equal Employment Opportunity policies and instructions.
Direct and enforce the administration of provisions of the collective bargaining contracts and conducts union negotiations at the local level.
Develop and implement programs to maximize the productivity by utilizing and monitoring the work management system and reviewing performance reports. Establishes methods to improve work performance and maintain a high degree of effectiveness by reducing delay and other non-productive time.
Establish and maintain liaison with local governmental agencies to ensure that the regional construction efforts are in accordance with the municipal codes and other requirements.
May perform other related assignments as required.
Qualifications
Required Education/Experience
Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of relevant work experience
Relevant Work Experience
5-7 years Supervisory and relevant work experience and demonstrated ability to lead large field organizations. Required
5-7 years Emphasis on overhead distribution systems including open wire loops, Auto Transfer Switches and Construction and Operations of 4kV, 13kV and network distribution system preferred. Required
5-7 years Must have experience in the management of capital, O&M and overtime budget; planning processes, implementing, directing and controlling the work of union and management/supervisory employees; and handling complex personnel and productivity issues. Required
5-7 years Must possess proven leadership qualities/skills and the ability to motivate people. Required
5-7 years Must be articulate, have a professional demeanor and be comfortable dealing with all levels of management, union personnel, and customers. Required
5-7 years Familiar with in-house systems and storm restoration procedure. Required
5-7 years Candidate should have competent working knowledge of relevant Corporate Environmental and Safety
procedures. Required
5-7 years Technical work experience in electric distribution system construction required. Required
Skills and Abilities
Ability to analyze and interpret financial data
Demonstrated problem solving skills
Ability to build strong customer relationships
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Develops and delivers effective presentations
Ability to lead/manage others
Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents
Ability to represent the company with external constituents
Instills commitment to organizational goals
Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.
Licenses and Certifications
Driver's License Required
Additional Physical Demands
The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
Must be willing to work outdoors in all types of weather.
Must be available during off hours; be on call 24 hours a day to respond to emergencies or direct activities when necessary.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
EEO Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual’s actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.
Technical Difficulty Statement:
For technical issues, please contact us at careerconnect@coned.com
Salary : $140,000 - $190,000