Utilities VP Jobs in California

A Utilities Vice President (VP) plays a crucial role in the utilities industry as they are responsible for overseeing all aspects of utility operations, including strategic planning, project management, budgeting, and regulatory compliance. They implement changes in policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in all utility operations, and they also develop and execute strategies to meet the organization's financial and operational goals. Additionally, they collaborate with other executives to make decisions on company-wide issues and they often represent the company in dealings with government agencies and other external entities.

Before becoming a Utilities VP, an individual might have roles such as Utilities Manager, Director of Operations, or Chief Operations Officer. These roles provide the necessary experience in managing utility operations, understanding regulatory compliance, and developing strategies. Essential skills and certifications for a Utilities VP include a deep knowledge of the utility industry and relevant regulations, strong leadership and decision-making abilities, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and a strong aptitude for financial and strategic planning. Importantly, a Bachelor's degree in a related field is typically required, and a Master's degree or an MBA is often preferred. Certifications such as the Certified Energy Manager (CEM) can also be beneficial.

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San Gabriel Valley Water Co.

Vice President & Treasurer

JOB SUMMARY Under the direction and supervision of the President, supervises all corporate financial matters and is responsible for the financial well-being of the organization by providing...

Operations Manager

  • Stockton, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Title: Operations Manager Position Type: Contract Location: California Reports to: Assistant Plant Manager Status: Non-Exempt Key Project Requirements: Biomass Power Plant Operations - Extensive experience...

Global Operations Manager

  • Cupertino, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Cupertino, CA
  • 2 hours ago

About Us: At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the...

Wind Farm Operations Manager - Mustang Hills, CA

  • Mojave, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Mojave, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Shape the Future of Renewable Energy at Vestas!...

GCIB - Portfolio Management, Power & Utilities- Vice President

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

energy holdings companies Perform due diligence and regularly scheduled reviews Analyze credit risk of the designated portfolio, determine accurate ratings and make recommendations of accurate and...

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Assistant Service Operations Manager - Night Shift

  • Martinez, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Martinez, CA
  • 3 days ago

About Rivian Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to...

Global Workplace Experience & Operations Manager

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 days ago

Who Are We? Postman is the world's leading API platform, used by more than 35 million developers and 500,000 organizations, including 98% of the Fortune 500. Postman is helping developers and...

Operations Manager, Subsurface Utilities Mapping

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 5 days ago

Job Opportunities Operations Manager, Subsurface Utilities Mapping Field Operations - Newport Beach, CA McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial...

Assistant Service Operations Manager

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 6 days ago

About Rivian Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to...

Operations Manager, Community Services Program

  • Lompoc, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Lompoc, CA
  • 7 days ago

The Operations Manager oversees and optimizes field operations within Community Services. This position is responsible for leading a team of field staff, including independent contractors, to...

Maintenance & Operations Manager

  • San Jose, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 7 days ago

energy programs, and do everything we can to ensure the health and safety of all Apple personnel, facilities, and customers in our facilities around the world!...

Operations Manager, Hazardous Waste Landfill

  • Hanford, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Hanford, CA
  • 7 days ago

WM Operations Manager, Hazardous Waste Landfill in Hanford , California As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to...

Site Operations Manager

  • San Jose, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 8 days ago

ABOUT THE ROLE The Site Operations Manager oversees and reports on the daily operations of the MRO storeroom, determines proper inventory levels and methods, and analyzes spend to provide cost...

Operations Manager - Hauling

  • Anaheim, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA
  • 10 days ago

As demand for renewable energy continues to grow, we have 70 landfill gas-to-energy projects in operation and plan to expand our portfolio to 115 projects by 2028....

Water Utilities Director

  • Oceanside, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 13 days ago

Located within California's Southern Coast about 35 miles north of San Diego along the 78 Corridor in North County, the City of Oceanside is a spectacular seaside town with a friendly atmosphere....

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Salary for Utilities VP Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Utilities VPs in California 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 VPs in California
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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