{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c355b0a4d7dfa4d3e0863ce1","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c355b0a4d7dfa4d3e0863ce1","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c355b0a4d7dfa4d3e0863ce1","title":"Program Manager, Demand Response","description":"OverviewBuild your clean energy career in one of the largest demand response teams in the country! Con Edisons demand response team is hiring a Program Manager. The team manages dispatchable distributed energy resources (including curtailment and generation) that are located at customer facilities to reduce the demand on the electric grid on the hottest days of the year. ConEdison has several demand response programs: Commercial System Relief Program, Distribution Load Relief Program, Term-DLM, Auto-DLM, Bring Your Own Thermostat, and Bring Your Own Battery.The Program Manager will provide operational oversight during the demand response performance period, ensuring the reliable execution of the Companys demand response programs. This includes coordinating operational readiness, supporting event execution, developing processes and procedures, and working closely with Managers responsible for Strategy and the Direct Load Control programs to ensure program objectives, timelines, and performance requirements are met.The Program Manager will also be responsible for the delivery of the Demand Response Management Systems (DRMS) functionality required to support program operations. This includes gathering requirements, developing specifications, managing the vendor responsible for software development and system integration, performing system testing, and managing project scope and budget.This is a great role to demonstrate your ability to drive results, apply cross-disciplinary skills to the clean energy space, and gain firsthand experience with the clean energy transition.ResponsibilitiesCore ResponsibilitiesSupport all aspects of program operations of the Con Edison demand response programsTrack, report, and manage project and program spend against budgetOversee a team responsible for enrollments, program dispatch, performance analysis, settlements, reporting, coordination with NYISO, and general program administration and operationsLead a project team in the planning, design, development, implementation, testing, and quality assurance of Con Edisons DRMSDevelop and maintain business requirements, functional specifications, processes, procedures, and project schedulesProvide system support, manage operational data, measure and report on program performance.Identify and implement system and process improvements that comply with regulatory and internal standards, improve customer experience, and reduce operational burdenPresent to all levels of management and with external stakeholdersOversee operations, training, and support of internal team members and external program participants with program rules and software.Lead procurement and management of third-party consultants and technology providers.Manage direct reports, provide coaching and feedback, manage for performance, and support employee development to meet individual, team, and organizational goals.Perform other related tasks and assignments as required.QualificationsRequired Education/ExperienceBachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant experience orMaster's Degree and 3 years of relevant experiencePreferred Education/ExperienceBachelor's Degree In Engineering, Science, Business, Construction Management, Environmental Studies, Information Technology, or related field and 5 years of relevant experienceMaster's Degree In Engineering, Science, Business, Construction Management, Environmental Studies, Information Technology, or related field and 3 years of relevant experienceRelevant Work Experience Demonstrated leadership experience managing complex projects, including setting, monitoring, and driving multiple workstreams to achieve program goals, required. Experience managing the successful implementation of capital projects, including budget and financial oversight, required. Strong ability to manage relationships with internal and external partners and vendors, required. Proven negotiation skills with a solid understanding of contract issues, required. Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment, manage ambiguity, and make realtime decisions under pressure, required. Demonstrated organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to understand the big picture, required. Strong communication skills, including written, presentation, analytical, and interpersonal abilities, required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel), required. Experience in Energy Efficiency, Demand Management, or other marketdriven utility programs, including process management, preferred. Experience managing digital or software development projects, working with large data sets, utilizing artificial intelligence tools, and/or holding a PMP, Agile, Scrum, or Lean Six Sigma certification, preferred.Licenses and CertificationsDriver's License RequiredProject Management Professional (PMP) PreferredOther: Agile Scrum PreferredAdditional Physical DemandsThe selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.Must be able to sit or stand using a keyboard, mouse, and computer for entire shift.Must be able and willing to travel within Company service territory, as needed.","company":"Con Edison","rawCompany":"con edison","city":"New York","state":"NY","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-05-31T00:13:34.390Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"11-9151.00","title":"Social and Community Service Managers","slug":"social-and-community-service-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"221122","title":"Electric Power Distribution","slug":"electric-power-distribution"},{"code":"221118","title":"Other Electric Power Generation","slug":"other-electric-power-generation"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Program Manager, Demand Response","description":"OverviewBuild your clean energy career in one of the largest demand response teams in the country! Con Edisons demand response team is hiring a Program Manager. The team manages dispatchable distributed energy resources (including curtailment and generation) that are located at customer facilities to reduce the demand on the electric grid on the hottest days of the year. ConEdison has several demand response programs: Commercial System Relief Program, Distribution Load Relief Program, Term-DLM, Auto-DLM, Bring Your Own Thermostat, and Bring Your Own Battery.The Program Manager will provide operational oversight during the demand response performance period, ensuring the reliable execution of the Companys demand response programs. This includes coordinating operational readiness, supporting event execution, developing processes and procedures, and working closely with Managers responsible for Strategy and the Direct Load Control programs to ensure program objectives, timelines, and performance requirements are met.The Program Manager will also be responsible for the delivery of the Demand Response Management Systems (DRMS) functionality required to support program operations. This includes gathering requirements, developing specifications, managing the vendor responsible for software development and system integration, performing system testing, and managing project scope and budget.This is a great role to demonstrate your ability to drive results, apply cross-disciplinary skills to the clean energy space, and gain firsthand experience with the clean energy transition.ResponsibilitiesCore ResponsibilitiesSupport all aspects of program operations of the Con Edison demand response programsTrack, report, and manage project and program spend against budgetOversee a team responsible for enrollments, program dispatch, performance analysis, settlements, reporting, coordination with NYISO, and general program administration and operationsLead a project team in the planning, design, development, implementation, testing, and quality assurance of Con Edisons DRMSDevelop and maintain business requirements, functional specifications, processes, procedures, and project schedulesProvide system support, manage operational data, measure and report on program performance.Identify and implement system and process improvements that comply with regulatory and internal standards, improve customer experience, and reduce operational burdenPresent to all levels of management and with external stakeholdersOversee operations, training, and support of internal team members and external program participants with program rules and software.Lead procurement and management of third-party consultants and technology providers.Manage direct reports, provide coaching and feedback, manage for performance, and support employee development to meet individual, team, and organizational goals.Perform other related tasks and assignments as required.QualificationsRequired Education/ExperienceBachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant experience orMaster's Degree and 3 years of relevant experiencePreferred Education/ExperienceBachelor's Degree In Engineering, Science, Business, Construction Management, Environmental Studies, Information Technology, or related field and 5 years of relevant experienceMaster's Degree In Engineering, Science, Business, Construction Management, Environmental Studies, Information Technology, or related field and 3 years of relevant experienceRelevant Work Experience Demonstrated leadership experience managing complex projects, including setting, monitoring, and driving multiple workstreams to achieve program goals, required. 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