Mark Leta

About Mark Leta

Strategic and results-driven utility operations and engineering leader with deep expertise across electric and gas Transmission & Distribution (T&D), hydro generation, and infrastructure modernization. Proven track record in leading multi-million dollar capital programs, system automation, resiliency, and emergency response initiatives across the energy sector.Demonstrated success in end-to-end utility operations including construction, engineering, P&L, regulatory compliance, labor relations, vegetation management, and customer service. Skilled in building and leading high-performing teams, aligning with business and regulatory objectives, and driving safety and performance excellence across complex utility networks.Recognized for delivering operational stability during crises, leading automation and modernization programs, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships across government, media, and the public.

Experience

1. Construction & Program Manager - Professional Services

   Norpro, Llc

   Jan 2020 — Present · Au Sable Forks, NY, US

   Lead – Avangrid CMP Resiliency & Automation InitiativesDirected multi-million dollar T&D automation and resiliency projects to enhance system reliability, safety, and performance.Oversaw project management lifecycle from planning to execution, including emergency restoration, forecasting, and budget control.Ensured alignment with grid modernization and regulatory objectives through effective leadership and stakeholder coordination.

Education

• Rochester Institute of Technology

  Bachelor of Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering

  1979 — 1982

• Pennsylvania College of Technology

  Associate of Electronics Technology, Electronics Technology

  1977 — 1979

Skills

• Organizational Leadership
• Community Outreach
• Utilities Management
• Power Distribution
• Construction
• Trenchless Technology
• Public Speaking
• Emergency Management
• Licensing Negotiations
• Program Management
• U.s. National Incident Management System (Nims)
• Hydropower
• Business Process Improvement
• Workplace Safety
• Project Estimation
• Incident Command
• Contract Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Construction Management
• Labor Relations
• Project Management
• Technical Leadership
• Energy
• Project Engineering
• Marketing Management
• Electric Utility
• Project Planning
• Natural Gas
• Smart Grid
• Utilities
• Leadership
• Construction Safety
• Distribution Automation
• Crisis Communications
• Incident Management
• Renewable Energy
• Power Utilities
• Public Relations
• Municipalities
• Public Safety