PGO Training and Workforce Program Manager

Important Application Submission InformationIn order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Monday, June 1, 2026More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.Build an exciting, rewarding career with us - help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.Job DescriptionThis is a career level training program leadership position. The successful candidate must possess extensive experience Designing, Implementing, and Leading technical training programs in the Transmission Line and Substation fields. This position has no direct reports.Position SummaryThe PGO (Power Grid Operations) Training and Workforce Program Manager establishes the strategic direction for Transmission Line and Substation training and qualification programs in PGO at Duke Energy. The Program Manager defines the training and qualification requirements of the Transmission Line and Substation development programs to achieve PGO's workforce strategies and operational objectives. The Program Manager supports multiple customer groups within PGO and may engage other lines of business where parallels exist.The Program Manager performs the following functions:Serves as subject matter expert and manager for PGO Transmission Line and Substation training and qualification programs (initial, continuing, & emergent)Serves as Peer team leader of all executors of the Transmission Line and Substation training programManages program costs and estimates impacts of changesEngages business unit leaders to establish training and workforce readiness strategies and incorporates priorities into the applicable programsLeads the ADDIE process to implement training initiativesEngages SME's and Leaders to establish strategic direction and training requirements by serving as Chairperson of the Programs' Curriculum Review BoardsImplements changes that pose significant functional and cultural impactsRemains abreast of business developments and industry trends that affect employees, Determines impacts to employee skills and abilitiesEvaluates employee abilities and level of proficiency to determine workforce readinessCreates innovative solutions to reconcile employee training discrepanciesIdentifies strategic cost improvement opportunitiesEngages labor unions regarding training & qualificationsCommunicates to all levels of the organization, verbally and writtenInforms and directs stakeholders regarding training activitiesThis position is the project manager for complex training projects. Provides technical input for proposal development. Effectively plans, schedules, coordinates, and monitors the activities of project team members and negotiates resources as needed. Ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget and in accordance with business needs and customer objectives. Monitors status and progress of projects and makes necessary adjustments to plans and schedules and executes project close-out. Makes recommendations and presentations to management and supports the communication and implementation of project deliverables.ResponsibilitiesLeading the evaluation and needs analysis of training solutions for Customers and working with sub-teams to evaluate training effectiveness; this includes curriculum needs, course capacity requirements and other relevant inputs from the business.Collaborating with Technical Training Managers, Technical Trainers, EH&S SMEs, Human Resources, and Leaders for training projects/programs.Providing guidance and direction to Instructional Developers.Researching and reviewing existing training programs and determining value, consistency, and alignment with other efforts. Establishing points of contact and subject matter experts related to each training topicBasic/Required Qualifications* Bachelors degree or technical degree AND six (6) years minimum related work experience* In lieu of degree(s) and experience listed above, High School/GED AND 10 years minimum related work experienceAdditional Preferred QualificationsMasters degree AND 10 Years of Related Work ExperienceTransmission Line and/or Substation Technician + Training Development, Delivery, and/or LeadershipPrior experience in Training Development, Delivery, and/or LeadershipCertifications in Training MethodologiesOral and written communication and presentation skills to all levels of employees and managementDemonstrated interpersonal and negotiation skillsDemonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate concerns/issues, develop logical conclusions and make appropriate recommendationsDemonstrated project management skills to develop innovative, creative ideas to address complex training-related problemsDemonstrated group process skills to effectively facilitate group activitiesDemonstrated leadership abilities to influence and provide direction to team members and to advise management of team members' performance and project statusDemonstrated change management and influencing skillsDemonstrated commitment to upholding standards and consistent application of contract requirementsWorking ConditionsHybrid - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facilityOffice environment with exposure to PC terminal and keyboardOccasional weekend and outage work to support storm responseField, work site, and facility visitation requiredOccasional travel within Duke Energy's service territories: North Carolina and South Carolina, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, and FloridaTravel Requirements5-15%Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)NoRepresented/Union PositionNoVisa Sponsored PositionNoPlease note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.PrivacyDo Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)Terms of UseAccessibility