Supervisor, Load Forecasting and Analysis

About the role

Puget Sound Energy's Resource Planning Analytics team is hiring a Supervisor, Load Forecasting and Analysis, based in Bellevue, WA, with hybrid work opportunities. The supervisor leads analyst development, coordinates forecast execution and sets up the governance framework for load forecasting, supervising the analyst team so that forecast work is prioritized, coordinated, documented and completed to quality standards. The role works closely with the team manager and technical leads, who own forecasting methodology and technical standards.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and develop a team of analysts, including one-on-one meetings, coaching, mentoring, onboarding and training, and handling performance and interpersonal issues constructively.
• Manage forecast work intake, prioritization and resource allocation, coordinate analyst assignments and maintain project plans, schedules and milestones.
• Coordinate load forecast development and Integrated System Plan work, and track commitments so deliverables are on time.
• Set up and maintain forecast governance, documentation standards, templates, workpapers and quality control, validation and review procedures, including audit trails and materials for regulatory filings.
• Partner with technical leads on forecasting methodology, collaborate with management on organizational priorities, and help build a scalable forecasting organization.
• Uphold safety compliance, regulatory obligations and ethical conduct, and perform other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in mathematics, engineering, finance, economics, business administration or a related field.
• Seven years of relevant work experience, including five years in an energy-related industry performing complex analysis.
• Experience using relevant models and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, and strong organizational skills for complex projects.

Required skills

• Proficiency with word processing, presentation and spreadsheet applications.
• Desired: advanced degree, leadership training, experience leading complex analytical, planning or forecasting processes, and process improvement and documentation experience.

What we offer

• Pay range of $87,800 to $212,300, with eligibility for annual goals-based incentive bonuses.
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life and short- and long-term disability insurance, plus optional supplemental life and EAP.
• 401(k) and cash balance retirement plan, paid time off and paid holidays.