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ATI Inc

Facility Operations Manager

Springfield, VA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Reviewing resources, procedures, and methods to improve operational effectiveness, utility, and ... Providing accurate and timely management and contract reports; * Identifying vendors and reviewing ...

ATI Inc.

Facility Operations Manager

Springfield, VA · On-site

Reviewing resources, procedures, and methods to improve operational effectiveness, utility, and ... Providing accurate and timely management and contract reports; * Identifying vendors and reviewing ...

ATI Inc

Facility Operations Manager

Springfield, VA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Reviewing resources, procedures, and methods to improve operational effectiveness, utility, and ... Providing accurate and timely management and contract reports; * Identifying vendors and reviewing ...

Fairfax Water

General Manager

Fairfax, VA

Description The General Manager plans, directs, and coordinates the operations of Fairfax Water and the utility's 500+ professionals. This executive reports directly to the Fairfax Water Board ...

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How much do utility operations manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for utility operations manager in Washington is $71,870.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,400.00 and $87,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges Utility Operations Managers face in coordinating maintenance and emergency response teams?

Utility Operations Managers often juggle the complexities of scheduling planned maintenance while ensuring teams are prepared for unexpected outages or emergencies. Balancing these priorities requires strong communication and adaptability, as resources may need to be redirected quickly when issues arise. Additionally, they must coordinate with other departments, such as engineering and customer service, to minimize service disruptions and maintain compliance with safety regulations. Successfully managing these challenges is key to ensuring reliable utility services and efficient team performance.

What does a Utility Operations Manager do?

A Utility Operations Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of utility services such as water, electricity, or gas. Their responsibilities typically include managing staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, maintaining infrastructure, optimizing efficiency, and responding to emergencies or service disruptions. They play a key role in planning, budgeting, and implementing operational improvements. Utility Operations Managers also coordinate with other departments and external agencies to ensure reliable service delivery and customer satisfaction.

What is the difference between Utility Operations Manager vs Utility Supervisor?

AspectUtility Operations ManagerUtility Supervisor
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple departments, manages budgets, develops strategies, and ensures compliance across utility operations.Supervises daily work of utility staff, ensures safety, and manages operational tasks on a shift or team basis.
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field; certifications like CWE or OSHA are common.Often requires a high school diploma or associate degree; relevant certifications may include safety or technical training.
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, field sites, and operational facilities; involves strategic planning and oversight.Primarily on-site in utility plants or field locations; focuses on operational supervision.

While both roles are vital in utility companies, the Utility Operations Manager focuses on strategic oversight and management, whereas the Utility Supervisor handles daily operational supervision. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job opportunity.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Utility Operations Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Utility Operations Manager, you need strong leadership skills, a solid understanding of utility operations, regulatory compliance, and a relevant degree such as engineering or business management. Familiarity with SCADA systems, asset management software, and safety certifications like OSHA are typically required. Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and team management skills distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies are crucial for ensuring safe, efficient utility operations and effective coordination across teams and regulatory bodies.
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ArcGIS Utility Network Technical Architect

ArcGIS Utility Network Technical Architect

Accenture

Herndon, VA • On-site

$68.25 - $82.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Accenture Federal Services rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

45th of 427 rated business services

Job description

Within Accenture's Utilities Practice, We use our deep industry expertise in digital customer engagement and operations, connected energy services and customer platforms to help retail energy and utility providers with cost effectiveness, revenue assurance/extension and customer satisfaction and loyalty. Transmission & distribution (T&D) organizations must innovate, invest strategically, and modernize infrastructure to balance supply and demand, optimize assets and teams, and drive towards net-zero emissions.

Learn more about Accenture's Utilities Transmission & Distribution Practice here>> https://www.accenture.com/us-en/industries/utilities/transmission-distribution

Role Overview

TheArcGIS Utility Network Technical Architectwill serve as the senior technical authority guiding bothour clientteam and the Accenturedevelopment teamsthrough the definition, design, and implementation ofEsri's ArcGIS Utility Network.

This roleis responsible fortranslating electric and gas utility operational requirements into a scalable, serviceoriented GIS architecture, while leading the migration from legacy, databasecentric GIS models to a modern, enterprise webGIS platform.

Acting as a trusted advisor, the Technical Architect will overseeall functional andtechnical design decisions related to Utility Network configuration, data modeling, service architecture, integrations, and performance. The role ensures the Utility Network solution aligns withourclientsenterprise architecture standards, operational workflows, and longterm grid modernizationobjectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as thelead ArcGIS Utility Network Technical Architectforour clientimplementation, providing architectural direction across planning, design, build, and deployment phases.

  • Define and own thetarget ArcGIS Utility Network architecture, including domain networks, tiers, subnetworks, services, and integration patterns for electric and gas systems.

  • Lead themigration strategy from legacy GIS models(e.g., Geometric Network or custom data models) to ArcGIS Utility Network, with emphasis on servicecentric, APIdriven access patterns.

  • Design and governUtility Network data models, network rules, associations, and topology configurations supporting electric and gas distribution operations.

  • Guidefunctional and technical solutioning to ensure GIS capabilities supportendtoend utility workflows, including planning, design, construction, operations, outage response, and asset management.

  • Lead technical design forservicebased integrationsbetween GIS and enterprise systems such as EAM, Work Management, OMS, and field mobility platforms.

  • Provide handson technical leadership to GIS developers, data migration teams, and integration specialists, ensuring solution quality, scalability, security, and performance.

  • Identifyarchitectural risks, performance considerations, and change management impacts associated with Utility Network adoption, and recommend mitigation strategies based on industry best practices.

  • Produce andmaintainarchitecture and technical design artifacts, including solutionarchitectures, service interaction diagrams, integration designs, and deployment models.

  • Lead andparticipatein architecture reviews, design workshops, and executive briefings withour client's businessand IT stakeholders.

Leadership & Client Engagement

  • Acts as atrusted technical advisortoour clientbusiness leaders, IT architects, and utility operations stakeholders.

  • Leads crossfunctional design sessions bridging business requirements and technical solutioning.

  • Mentors and guides delivery teams, ensuring architectural consistency and adherence to Utility Network best practices.

Please note: We are open to hiring in most major cities in the US that are near to an Accenture corporate office.

Technical Expertise Needed

  • Extensive handson experience with theEsri ArcGIS platform, including ArcGIS Utility Network, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS REST APIs.

  • Deepexpertiseinserviceoriented GIS architectures, withdemonstratedsuccess transitioning from databasecentric access models to servicebased, webGIS paradigms.

  • Strong understanding ofUtility Network system architecture, including branch versioning, services, workload separation, and scalable deployment patterns.

  • Experience designing secure, scalable GIS solutions aligned withenterprise IT standards, including identity, security, performance, and availability considerations.

  • Familiarity integrating GIS with enterprise platforms using RESTbased services and industrystandard integration approaches.

Basic Qualifications

  • At least 7 years of experience inutility GIS architecture and implementation, with a focus on electric and gas utilities.

  • Multiple fulllifecycle ArcGIS Utility Network (or equivalent) implementations for large, complex utility organizations.

  • Hybrid background spanningutility operations, GIS solution architecture, and enterprise system integration.

  • A bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

  • Ability to travel for client work as needed

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.
We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 06/17/2026.

Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here:

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Role Location Annual Salary Range

California $94,400 to $293,800

Cleveland $87,400 to $235,000

Colorado $94,400 to $253,800

District of Columbia $100,500 to $270,300

Illinois $87,400 to $253,800

Maine $80,400 to $216,200

Maryland $94,400 to $253,800

Massachusetts $94,400 to $270,300

Minnesota $94,400 to $253,800

New York $87,400 to $293,800

New Jersey $100,500 to $293,800

Virginia $87,400 to $270,300

Washington $100,500 to $270,300

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