Actively manage contracted workforce for assigned geographic service territory, including 24 hour on-call tree crews, to ensure safe, reliable delivery of service: Onboard new suppliers; Evaluate projects for appropriate crewing and equipment; Research property ownership and customer contact information; Evaluate projects for environmental compliance and all appropriate state, federal, local permits. In coordination with NiSource Supply Chain and Procurement, formulate project specifications, bid documents, and contract language for: Electric Line Clearance – Maintenance and Demand, Gas and Electric Transmission Vegetation Management, Landscape Maintenance, Bare Ground Treatment, Herbicide Spray Program, Tree Replacement Program and Utility Work Planner annual and multi-year awards.