Manager, System Planning

Experience:

• Proven leadership experience with an ability to develop high-performing teams.
• 15+ years of experience in the electricity industry, with transmission planning experience considered an asset.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions in complex and uncertain environments.
• An inclusive and emotionally intelligent leader who demonstrates authenticity, self-awareness, and respect in their interactions with others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex technical concepts to a variety of audiences.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the electricity industry.
• Knowledge of Alberta's electricity industry framework, including EUA, Transmission Regulation, ARS, and ISO Rules & Tariff.
• Technical expertise in transmission system planning and power system analysis, with experience in areas such as system studies, modeling, simulation, and emerging grid technologies.
• Broad understanding of related disciplines, including electricity markets, economics, forecasting, data analytics, asset management, and transmission infrastructure development.
• Application deadline: October 28, 2026 #LI-Hybrid
• If you are contacted for a pre-screening and/or interview, please advise of any accommodation measures required to enable you to fully participate. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
• The Alberta Electric System Operator is unable to accept unsolicited agency resumes.
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• As noted, the AESO is mandated to maintain the safe and reliable operations of the provincial power grid. As part of meeting its obligations, the AESO may require the successful candidate to undergo a criminal background check for the position. This collection of personal information for the purposes of a check will be conducted in accordance with Section 4 of POPA.
• Application deadline: October 28, 2026