Asset Protection Program Manager

Responsibilities

• Manage and protect transmission corridors by ensuring compliance with asset protection guidelines through site inspections and encroachment resolution.
• Review and approve technical engineering drawings, including site plans, grading, and utilities, to ensure compliance with NESC and OSHA standards.
• Negotiate with customers, developers, and legal representatives to resolve encroachment issues and communicate legal rights.
• Prepare detailed documentation, professional correspondence, and evidence to support potential legal actions, depositions, or court testimony.
• Collaborate with government agencies, such as DOT and environmental departments, to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor contract resource performance to ensure adherence to safety practices and productivity standards.
• Mentor and train new employees within the Asset Protection team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Forestry, Engineering, Real Estate, Business, or a related discipline.
• For Manager level: 7 years of related work experience in lieu of a degree.
• For Senior Manager level: 10 years of related work experience in lieu of a degree.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and legal easement documents.
• Strong negotiation and conflict management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the utility industry and working knowledge of how asset protection affects electrical system reliability.
• Familiarity with GIS databases, mapping, and geo-spatial systems.
• Project management experience or PMI knowledge.
• Experience providing depositions or testifying in a courtroom setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint.

About the Company

Duke Energy is a leading energy company dedicated to making a difference in the lives of millions of people every day. We offer a friendly work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and competitive pay and benefits.