{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"50ecf2c04fad33fa17da42f1","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/50ecf2c04fad33fa17da42f1","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/50ecf2c04fad33fa17da42f1","title":"Program Manager","description":"Willdan is seeking an Energy Efficiency Program Manager in Southern California. In this role, you will be a crucial team member in leading the implementation of one or more energy-efficiency programs.\r\nThe Program Manager will work closely with Willdan leadership to design, plan, and execute initiatives aimed at reducing energy consumption, optimizing resources, promoting sustainable practices, and serving under-resourced communities. Your responsibilities will include leading program implementation, reporting, budgeting, coordination, client and stakeholder engagement, and data analysis while monitoring program effectiveness and delegating to subject matter experts and program staff.\r\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\r\nDevelop, implement, and manage one or more energy-efficient programs.\r\nProvide subject matter expertise in public sector energy project procurement.\r\nCollaborate with Willdan leadership to establish program goals, timelines, and budgets.\r\nFoster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages innovation, creativity, and continuous learning.\r\nDevelop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), QA/QC protocols, and continuous improvement processes for all program areas.\r\nProvide guidance and support to program staff, interns, and all involved in energy efficiency initiatives.\r\nManage program staff and delegate to subject matter experts.\r\nAssist in hiring and staff training.\r\nCoordinate with internal teams, external vendors, and stakeholders to support program execution.\r\nConduct research to identify emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in energy efficiency.\r\nSupport development and deployment of customer and contractor-facing tools, portals, and databases to improve program experience and tracking.\r\nPrepare reports, presentations, and dashboards to communicate program outcomes and progress to management, stakeholders, and the client(s).\r\nFoster positive relationships with key stakeholders, including state agencies, utility providers, Regional Energy Networks, industry partners, and community organizations.\r\nEngage with stakeholders to identify opportunities for collaboration, funding, and resource sharing.\r\nIntegrate equity-focused approaches into program design and implementation.\r\nRepresent the organization at meetings, conferences, and industry events related to energy efficiency initiatives.\r\nIdentify areas for improvement and recommend strategies to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness.\r\nAdditional duties and responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor as business needs dictate.\r\nJob Requirements /Qualifications\r\n5+ years of progressive and relevant experience leading cross-functional teams in the energy, local government, or consulting sectors with a bachelor's degree. A master's degree in a related field, with direct experience in energy efficiency, is preferred.\r\nPrevious experience leading the implementation of a resource acquisition, market support, or equity program for a California energy efficiency Program Administrator.\r\nKnowledge of California Regional Energy Networks, Investor-Owned Utilities, and Community Choice Aggregators as Energy Efficiency Program Administrators.\r\nKnowledge of energy efficiency regulations, policies, and standards at the local, state, and federal levels.\r\nExperience supporting or leading local government procurement using California Government Code 4217, Public Contract Code 3400, Job Order Contracting, Piggyback Contracting, and the California Uniform Public Contracting Cost Accounting Act.\r\nKnowledge of local government, K12, state, and federal fiscal and procurement compliance principles.\r\nDemonstrated experience managing and reporting on programmatic budgets.\r\nStrong analytical skills, with the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to drive decision-making and program optimization.","company":"Willdan Group","rawCompany":"willdan group","city":"Anaheim","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-16T01:19:55.641Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-9151.00","title":"Social and Community Service Managers","slug":"social-and-community-service-managers"},{"code":"11-3061.00","title":"Purchasing Managers","slug":"purchasing-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"926110","title":"Administration of General Economic Programs","slug":"administration-of-general-economic-programs"},{"code":"221118","title":"Other Electric Power Generation","slug":"other-electric-power-generation"},{"code":"221122","title":"Electric Power Distribution","slug":"electric-power-distribution"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Program Manager","description":"Willdan is seeking an Energy Efficiency Program Manager in Southern California. In this role, you will be a crucial team member in leading the implementation of one or more energy-efficiency programs.\r\nThe Program Manager will work closely with Willdan leadership to design, plan, and execute initiatives aimed at reducing energy consumption, optimizing resources, promoting sustainable practices, and serving under-resourced communities. Your responsibilities will include leading program implementation, reporting, budgeting, coordination, client and stakeholder engagement, and data analysis while monitoring program effectiveness and delegating to subject matter experts and program staff.\r\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\r\nDevelop, implement, and manage one or more energy-efficient programs.\r\nProvide subject matter expertise in public sector energy project procurement.\r\nCollaborate with Willdan leadership to establish program goals, timelines, and budgets.\r\nFoster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages innovation, creativity, and continuous learning.\r\nDevelop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), QA/QC protocols, and continuous improvement processes for all program areas.\r\nProvide guidance and support to program staff, interns, and all involved in energy efficiency initiatives.\r\nManage program staff and delegate to subject matter experts.\r\nAssist in hiring and staff training.\r\nCoordinate with internal teams, external vendors, and stakeholders to support program execution.\r\nConduct research to identify emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in energy efficiency.\r\nSupport development and deployment of customer and contractor-facing tools, portals, and databases to improve program experience and tracking.\r\nPrepare reports, presentations, and dashboards to communicate program outcomes and progress to management, stakeholders, and the client(s).\r\nFoster positive relationships with key stakeholders, including state agencies, utility providers, Regional Energy Networks, industry partners, and community organizations.\r\nEngage with stakeholders to identify opportunities for collaboration, funding, and resource sharing.\r\nIntegrate equity-focused approaches into program design and implementation.\r\nRepresent the organization at meetings, conferences, and industry events related to energy efficiency initiatives.\r\nIdentify areas for improvement and recommend strategies to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness.\r\nAdditional duties and responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor as business needs dictate.\r\nJob Requirements /Qualifications\r\n5+ years of progressive and relevant experience leading cross-functional teams in the energy, local government, or consulting sectors with a bachelor's degree. A master's degree in a related field, with direct experience in energy efficiency, is preferred.\r\nPrevious experience leading the implementation of a resource acquisition, market support, or equity program for a California energy efficiency Program Administrator.\r\nKnowledge of California Regional Energy Networks, Investor-Owned Utilities, and Community Choice Aggregators as Energy Efficiency Program Administrators.\r\nKnowledge of energy efficiency regulations, policies, and standards at the local, state, and federal levels.\r\nExperience supporting or leading local government procurement using California Government Code 4217, Public Contract Code 3400, Job Order Contracting, Piggyback Contracting, and the California Uniform Public Contracting Cost Accounting Act.\r\nKnowledge of local government, K12, state, and federal fiscal and procurement compliance principles.\r\nDemonstrated experience managing and reporting on programmatic budgets.\r\nStrong analytical skills, with the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to drive decision-making and program optimization.","datePosted":"2026-07-16T01:19:55.641Z","dateModified":"2026-07-16T01:19:55.641Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Willdan Group","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Anaheim","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"50ecf2c04fad33fa17da42f1"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/50ecf2c04fad33fa17da42f1"}}