Area Manager, Power & Reliability

About Company:

Based in Houston, Taurus Industrial Group (Taurus) is a leading, integrated and industry-diversified technical services company offering end-to-end services across multiple service lines. Leveraging a growing footprint with operations in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Taurus’s service offerings cover engineering and automation, electrical and instrumentation, power systems testing and commissioning, civil and mechanical crafts, pipe and structural steel fabrication, rotating equipment maintenance and repairs, full-service soft crafts, insulation and scaffold, specialty tooling and machining, technical bolting, heat treating, hot-tapping, line stopping and NDT / inspections.

With over 60 years of continuous, safe, and reliable operating experience, Taurus operates across multiple industries and sectors, providing front-end engineering, routine maintenance, capital projects, and turnaround services. We service multiple areas of the energy industry, from our origins in traditional petrochemical and refining industries to the broader power, natural gas, midstream, industrials, and the emerging renewables market.

About the Role:

The Area Manager, Power & Reliability, plays a critical role in overseeing and ensuring the consistent delivery of reliable power services within a designated geographic area in the United States. This position is responsible for managing operational teams, coordinating maintenance activities, and implementing strategies that enhance system reliability and customer satisfaction. The role requires close collaboration with cross-functional departments to optimize power distribution, address outages promptly, and comply with regulatory standards. The Area Manager will lead initiatives to improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability of power infrastructure while managing budgets and resources effectively. Ultimately, this role drives the continuous improvement of power reliability and operational excellence to support the company’s mission and customer commitments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in power distribution, utility operations, or a related industry.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams in a field operations or utility environment.
• Strong knowledge of power systems, reliability standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
• Experience with advanced power system technologies and smart grid applications.
• Familiarity with safety management systems and continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP) or equivalent experience.
• Experience working in a unionized environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage field operations teams to ensure reliable power delivery and rapid response to outages or service interruptions.
• Develop and implement maintenance and reliability programs to minimize downtime and extend the life of power infrastructure.
• Coordinate with engineering, safety, and regulatory teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and government regulations.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to power reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction, and take corrective actions as needed.
• Manage budgets, resources, and vendor relationships to optimize operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational excellence, safety culture, and workforce development.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, customers, and community representatives regarding power reliability and outage management.

Skills:

The required skills enable the Area Manager to effectively lead and coordinate complex power distribution operations, ensuring reliability and safety. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for managing diverse teams and collaborating with multiple stakeholders. Technical expertise in power systems allows the manager to understand operational challenges and implement effective solutions. Analytical skills are used daily to monitor performance metrics and drive data-informed decisions that improve system reliability. Preferred skills such as project management and continuous improvement methodologies enhance the ability to lead strategic initiatives and optimize operational processes.