AVP, Business Applications

Must reside or be willing to relocate to TX, IL, NJ, OH, DE, MD, PA, VA, NC, GA, FL

Your role in our success:

The AVP, Business Applications develops and executes the Company's strategy for its operations & regulatory portfolio of applications such as gas and electric control, customer applications, operations services field logistics etc. Key responsibilities include creating application strategies and roadmaps, overseeing their implementation and ongoing operations, managing vendor relationships and contracts, ensuring adherence to governance and compliance standards, optimizing application performance, and leading application development and administration teams.

What you'll be working on:

• Develops and executes a long-term roadmap for the company's operations and regulatory applications, ensuring they align with overall business goals for operational efficiency and customer experience
• Identifies and leverages emerging technologies, such as cloud computing, automation, artificial intelligence (AI) and SaaS solutions, to drive innovation and replace legacy systems
• Ensures all operations and regulatory systems meet strict security standards and regulatory requirements specific to the utility industry
• Leads and manages a team of application specialists, developers, and support staff, fostering a culture of innovation, high performance and continuous improvement
• Oversees the entire application lifecycle, from planning and development to implementation and ongoing maintenance for major IT initiatives
• Develops and manages the budget for the enterprise applications department, ensuring cost-effective technology solutions and a strong return on investment (ROI)
• Manages key vendors

Where you'll be working...

• Hybrid Remote with periodic travel to Newark, DE

Who you are:

• Experience in deploying and supporting an industry leading utilities operations and regulatory applications
• Proven ability to lead large, cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage projects through to successful completion
• Ability to develop long-term strategies that align technology with business objectives
• Excellent written and verbal communication to effectively bridge the gap between technical teams and non-technical business leaders
• Ability to manage multiple small projects concurrently
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or related field
• 15 years' experience managing an application portfolio

What's in it for you? Joining the CUC team will get you:

• Competitive base salary
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce and a culture that promotes a sense of belonging for all employees. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email careers@chpk.com.