T&D Project Specialist I/II (Norfolk, Hybrid)

Job Summary

This position will be filled at the entry (T&D Project Specialist I), or mid (T&D Project Specialist II) level based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. 

Dominion Energy is seeking a candidate to fill the position of T&D Project Specialist II-Permitting.  The role will be responsible for efficiently recognizing and meeting project milestones based on input from the project team and oversight of a contractor responsible for the permitting application, submittal, approval, and possible extension, and close-out processes. The successful candidate will also oversee a permit tracking and reporting platform in order to evaluate permitting metrics, not limited to, quantities, permit review duration, cost, deficiencies, and extensions. By utilizing and designing these reporting systems, an ideal candidate will be able to communicate and analyze trends, concerns, and successes in the permitting process.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as single point of contact, for customer/contractor/municipality; perform due diligence to accurately determine permitting needs and responsible Design Group.
• Form and leverage relationships between design, project management, Joint Use, Construction, contractors, and external permitting agencies; facilitate stakeholder meetings.
• Analyze and evaluate existing process improvements to ensure quality assurance and compliance with company/regulatory standards.
• Basic understanding of electrical designs and cost estimates from scope of work and project requirements.
• Responsible for coordination of all permits, supporting internal and external projects/programs, and address any issues associated with the permits in timely manner.
• Act as single point of contact between Dominion Energy and contractor(s) responsible for permitting.
• Assist with onboarding, provide training as needed for contractor resources to ensure consistency across the system.
• Assist with resolutions of any quality issues with contractors, third party customers, and/or supplies.
• Monitor work to ensure compliance with approved quality plans and procedures.
• Assist with providing leadership skills through training, mentoring and supporting less experienced design personnel as well as interacting with other groups/departments.
• Provide bi-monthly report-out to Dominion Energy leadership to include status of relationship with Jurisdictions, DE contractor performance.
• Assist with interpretation and communication of company policies and procedures to customers and contractors. 
• Provide storm related outage events through an assigned storm role.
• Provide support as determined by department supervisor, utilizing ArcFM, AutoCAD, NJUNS, or other tools as appropriate.
• Provide assistance with inspecting project sites, facilitate stakeholder meetings, and provide daily support to designers and vendors.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

The knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences that are required for entry into the T&D Project Specialist I include the following:

-0-2 years of directly related experience 

-Knowledge of distribution design, electricity, permitting, company policies and procedures and mainframe and personal computer;.
-Skills: good written, verbal and interpersonal communication; math and technical aptitude; time management and organization; project management; analytical;
-Abilities: adaptable to change, demonstrate initiative, effectively interact with customers; teaming; detail oriented;
-Physical attributes required to perform essential functions of the job: sitting, walking, and prolonged standing.

The knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences that are required for entry into the T&D Project Specialist II include the following:

-2-3+ years of directly related experience (permitting)
-Strong knowledge of distribution design, electricity, company policies and procedures and mainframe and personal computer;
-Demonstrates leadership skills;
-Skills: good written, verbal and interpersonal communication; math and technical aptitude; time management and organization; project management; analytical;
-Abilities: adaptable to change, demonstrate initiative, effectively interact with customers; teaming; detail oriented;
-Physical attributes required to perform essential functions of the job: walking, sitting and prolonged standing.

Education Requirements

Required Degree (equivalency not accepted in lieu of required degree):

GED

High School Graduate

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Working Conditions

Other Working Conditions

Driver's license and ability to drive.

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