Network Construction Sector Manager (100%)

About the job

As the Neuchâtel reference for the energy transition, Viteos ensures the supply of energy as well as the management of water, electricity, gas and heating/cooling networks remotely for more than 100,000 customers. The Viteos group offers both individuals and businesses efficient, comprehensive and sustainable solutions in the fields of infrastructure, photovoltaics, storage batteries, heat pumps and electric mobility. Present in Romandy with its subsidiaries Viteos Solutions, Swiss-Green, Betelec, FTG and EMG Electroprocess, the Viteos group employs more than 500 people. Each of our companies pursues a responsible environmental and social policy and is committed to being a trusted partner, close to its customers.

Network Construction Sector Manager (100%)

In a context of significant investments in our infrastructure and transformation of the electrical sector, you take responsibility for a key area of our activity. Leading a team of around 25 employees, supported by 4 foremen, you combine vision, professional expertise and leadership to ensure the performance of activities today and prepare their development for tomorrow.

Your mission:

• Set the course and unite the teams: lead, support and develop the teams. Set priorities and objectives, monitor them and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and performance in an environment where high standards and kindness go hand in hand.
• Develop the sector and prepare for the future: anticipate the evolution of activities and necessary skills, support professional transformations and actively contribute to the sector’s attractiveness, recruitment and talent development.
• Manage an activity at the heart of our investments: plan and supervise works related to LV and MV networks, transformer stations, customer connections and public lighting, in a context marked by significant investments and major projects.
• Ensure operational excellence: guarantee the quality and safety of work execution as well as compliance with deadlines, standards, regulations and current processes.
• Manage the sector’s economic performance: establish and manage the operating budget and ensure rigorous financial monitoring, ensuring cost and commitment control.
• Be a recognised interlocutor within our ecosystem: develop trusting relationships with municipalities, customers, civil engineering companies, contractors and partners, and ensure effective coordination with other Viteos services.
• Represent the service’s interests with our partners and customers: supervise and validate offers related notably to LV reinforcements and new supplies, while ensuring service quality and seeking relevant solutions.
• Advance our practices: identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives, notably in digitalisation, operational efficiency, work organisation, customer service and field practices.

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Desired start date: Spring 2027

(This position is open to all individuals, regardless of gender, identity, origin or situation).

Requirements

Beyond technical expertise, we are looking for a personality with genuine managerial stature, capable of mobilising experienced teams and supporting the development of a strategic sector. To succeed in this role, you have:

• A federal diploma or equivalent qualification (a Federal Certificate complemented by significant professional and managerial experience)
• Confirmed managerial experience, ideally at least 5 years, in leading operational and field teams
• Excellent knowledge of the Swiss electrical distribution sector, its challenges and stakeholders
• In-depth mastery of distribution networks as well as applicable standards, directives and regulations
• Good knowledge of MV/LV overhead networks, essential for the role;
• Demonstrated ability to manage an activity, handle financial issues and support change
• A natural leadership combining high standards, decisiveness, listening and kindness
• A genuine sensitivity to skills development, job attractiveness and talent retention issues
• Good command of common IT tools, notably ERP, GIS and office software.