Utilities Operations Manager Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

A Utilities Operations Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of utility departments such as electricity, gas, or water and ensuring regulatory compliance. They oversee planning, maintenance, and repair of utility infrastructure and systems, coordinate projects, and supervise staff. They analyze and improve operating processes, manage budgets, and ensure safety standards. Ensuring the consistent and efficient supply of utilities to consumers and resolving utility outages or issues are also key responsibilities.

Essential skills include strategic planning, project management, and strong leadership abilities. Knowledge in utility systems, regulations, and safety procedures is critical. They should have excellent problem-solving capabilities, and analytical skills, coupled with a strong understanding of budgeting and financial management. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field is generally required, along with relevant industry certifications. Prior roles a person may have before stepping into this position include Utilities Operations Supervisor, Utilities Engineer, or Project Manager in a utilities company.

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Operations Manager - Facility O&M

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Expertise in utilities, particularly in electrical and power generation....

Assistant Operations Manager

  • Hanover, MD (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hanover, MD (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 10 days ago

We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries....

Unmanned Maritime Systems Operations Manager

  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 12 days ago

Unmanned Maritime Systems Operations Manager Prescient Edge View Employer's Profile FOLLOW EMPLOYER Yesterday Secret Unspecified Unspecified Engineering - Systems McLean, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE)...

HVAC Operations Manager

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 23 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 23 days ago

Mechanical Operations Manager If you are an Operations Manager that takes pride in the work you do and have a desire to be valued for your contributions to the team then we want to talk to you. We...

Mechanical Operations Manager

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 23 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 23 days ago

Mechanical Operations Manager If you are an Operations Manger that takes pride in the work you do and have a desire to be valued for your contributions to the team then we want to talk to you. We...

Power Plant Operations Manager

  • Silver Spring, MD
  • 24 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD
  • 24 days ago

Join a team recognized for leadership, innovation and diversity As a Power Plant Operations Manager here at Honeywell, you will be accountable for overseeing and managing the operations of Twenty industrial...

Field Operations Manager Transmission and Distribution

  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

RES Field Operations Manager Transmission and Distribution in Annapolis , Maryland Description We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our...

Sustainable Operations Manager

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

., ASHRAE Level 1 and 2), commissioning or retro-commissioning, and/or energy conservation programs Strong project management skills and an ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a high pressure...

Technology Enterprise Architect Manager/Senior Manager-Utilities, Energy and/Natural Resources

  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description Technology Strategy | Enterprise Architecture Manager/Senior Manager We Are: We are Technology Strategy and Advisory. Our vision is to become the world's leading advisors in...

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Salary for Utilities Operations Manager Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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Highest Education Level

Utilities Operations Managers in Silver Spring, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.3%
Master's Degree
24.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.3%
High School or GED
11.2%
Associate's Degree
8.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.0%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Utilities Operations Managers in Silver Spring, MD
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%


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