{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"541af0460a11ce28cdbcf5e2","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/541af0460a11ce28cdbcf5e2","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/541af0460a11ce28cdbcf5e2","title":"Program Manager","description":"Willdan is seeking an energy efficiency professional based in California. This is a high-visibility position that sits at the intersection of CPUC policy, portfolio administration, and program delivery.\nThe Program Manager will work closely with stakeholders, program teams, and senior leadership to align with and develop innovative responses to evolving regulatory and market conditions. While California is the core focus, you will also track and maintain awareness of relevant developments in other Western states as a secondary responsibility.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nSupport internal teams with CEDARS, CET/CEI, and various compliance reporting activities.\nAnalyze CEDARS and eTRM data to inform decision-making, pursuit management, and program design alterations.\nParticipate in CPUC workshops, working groups, and stakeholder proceedings on behalf of Willdan.\nBuild and maintain relationships with CPUC Energy Division staff, IOU regulatory affairs teams, trade associations (CAEE, ACEEE, local chapters), and peer implementers.\nMonitor and analyze CPUC decisions, proposed decisions, rulings, and other documents relevant to energy efficiency funding, portfolio administration, and third-party implementer requirements.\nSynthesize regulatory documents into concise briefings and recommendations for leadership and program teams.\nCollaborate with varying Willdan Business Units to apply consistency in regulatory engagement and communications with clients and regulators.\nContribute to internal policy positions and advocacy strategies on CPUC proceedings affecting the third-party implementer community.\nCoordinate with partners and clients on formal comment submissions and regulatory filings before the CPUC.\nTrack and communicate expected IOU solicitations, RFPs, and program design changes tied to CPUC-approved portfolios.\nTrack and communicate emerging Western state energy efficiency regulatory developments and market conditions that may signal near-term business opportunities.\nSupport responses to data requests and compliance inquiries.\nJob Requirements / Qualifications\n5+ years of experience in California energy efficiency, CPUC regulatory affairs, portfolio administration, or a closely related field.\nDirect experience with CEDARS, including understanding of program data submission workflows, measure-level reporting, and how CEDARS data is used in CPUC proceedings and evaluations.\nDemonstrated knowledge of eTRM, market analysis, and the broader CPUC energy efficiency marketplace.\nFamiliarity with California-specific cost-effectiveness frameworks and Equity and Market Support indicators, and how they shape program implementation and operations.\nHands-on experience reading, analyzing, and tracking CPUC filings — decisions, rulings, Advice Letters, and related dockets.\nDemonstrated experience managing and reporting on energy efficiency portfolios.\nStrong analytical skills, with the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to drive decision-making and program optimization.\nDemonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, relationship management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, data analysis tools, and project management software.\nBachelor’s degree in public administration, Environmental Studies, Engineering, Law, or related field; an advanced degree a plus.\nEEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement\nWilldan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.\nWilldan Energy Solutions participates in E-Verify.","company":"Willdan","rawCompany":"willdan","city":"California","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T00:23:56.352Z","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":"17-2199.03","title":"Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar","slug":"energy-engineers-except-wind-and-solar"}],"industries":[{"code":"813312","title":"Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations","slug":"environment-conservation-and-wildlife-organizations"},{"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"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Program Manager","description":"Willdan is seeking an energy efficiency professional based in California. This is a high-visibility position that sits at the intersection of CPUC policy, portfolio administration, and program delivery.\nThe Program Manager will work closely with stakeholders, program teams, and senior leadership to align with and develop innovative responses to evolving regulatory and market conditions. While California is the core focus, you will also track and maintain awareness of relevant developments in other Western states as a secondary responsibility.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nSupport internal teams with CEDARS, CET/CEI, and various compliance reporting activities.\nAnalyze CEDARS and eTRM data to inform decision-making, pursuit management, and program design alterations.\nParticipate in CPUC workshops, working groups, and stakeholder proceedings on behalf of Willdan.\nBuild and maintain relationships with CPUC Energy Division staff, IOU regulatory affairs teams, trade associations (CAEE, ACEEE, local chapters), and peer implementers.\nMonitor and analyze CPUC decisions, proposed decisions, rulings, and other documents relevant to energy efficiency funding, portfolio administration, and third-party implementer requirements.\nSynthesize regulatory documents into concise briefings and recommendations for leadership and program teams.\nCollaborate with varying Willdan Business Units to apply consistency in regulatory engagement and communications with clients and regulators.\nContribute to internal policy positions and advocacy strategies on CPUC proceedings affecting the third-party implementer community.\nCoordinate with partners and clients on formal comment submissions and regulatory filings before the CPUC.\nTrack and communicate expected IOU solicitations, RFPs, and program design changes tied to CPUC-approved portfolios.\nTrack and communicate emerging Western state energy efficiency regulatory developments and market conditions that may signal near-term business opportunities.\nSupport responses to data requests and compliance inquiries.\nJob Requirements / Qualifications\n5+ years of experience in California energy efficiency, CPUC regulatory affairs, portfolio administration, or a closely related field.\nDirect experience with CEDARS, including understanding of program data submission workflows, measure-level reporting, and how CEDARS data is used in CPUC proceedings and evaluations.\nDemonstrated knowledge of eTRM, market analysis, and the broader CPUC energy efficiency marketplace.\nFamiliarity with California-specific cost-effectiveness frameworks and Equity and Market Support indicators, and how they shape program implementation and operations.\nHands-on experience reading, analyzing, and tracking CPUC filings — decisions, rulings, Advice Letters, and related dockets.\nDemonstrated experience managing and reporting on energy efficiency portfolios.\nStrong analytical skills, with the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to drive decision-making and program optimization.\nDemonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, relationship management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, data analysis tools, and project management software.\nBachelor’s degree in public administration, Environmental Studies, Engineering, Law, or related field; an advanced degree a plus.\nEEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement\nWilldan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.\nWilldan Energy Solutions participates in E-Verify.","datePosted":"2026-08-04T00:23:56.352Z","dateModified":"2026-08-04T00:23:56.352Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Willdan","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"California","addressRegion":"MD","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"541af0460a11ce28cdbcf5e2"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/541af0460a11ce28cdbcf5e2"}}