Program Manager

Responsible for the coordination and completion of projects, projects that are small to moderate in scope, risk, and/or organizational span, including subprojects of larger, more complex projects.Manages multiple projects and orchestrates the results to achieve a broad program goal.Plans and implements schedules and monitors program from inception through delivery ensuring all deadlines are met.Defines and reports program status, development issues and success metrics.Identifies and monitors areas of risk.Continuously seeks opportunities to improve cost, performance and schedule.Manages to budgets. Facilitates communication and coordination among projects.Manages stakeholder engagement and satisfaction.Maintains awareness of trends, business conditions and internal process and practices impacting component projects or overall program.Adheres to standard project management methodologies and reporting techniques.Proficiency in MS Office required.1. Explain what the scope of the work/project is? Project Overview, deliverables (what is this person responsible for).This is a Program Manager / Product Manager role supporting Demand Side Management (DSM) programs for Commercial & Industrial (C&I) customers. The contractor will manage the end to end lifecycle of an assigned DSM product, ensuring the product meets its filed regulatory goals.Key responsibilities include:Day to day management of a DSM product (e.g., lighting)Forecasting and budgeting to meet filed goalsManaging program rules and regulatory requirementsWorking with trade partners, vendors, and internal sales teamsMoving projects through Salesforce (CRM)Ensuring compliance with regulatory filings and program documentationSupporting testimony and filings (e.g., Texas filing mentioned)The "product" is not a physical product; it is a regulated utility program that incentivizes customers to adopt energy efficient technologies.1. What are the top 3-5 skills and qualifications (technology/application/software, etc.) required?Program or product management experienceBudgeting and forecastingSalesforce experience (very important)Stakeholder and customer relationship managementStrong Microsoft Office skillsExperience in regulated environments (highly preferred)2. What non-technical skills are necessary (i.e., such as communication, problem solving, team player)?Relationship and stakeholder managementStrong communication skillsPresentation skillsAdaptability and comfort with ambiguityCollaborationProblem solving3. Ideal candidate background and how many years required?Job Type 1Approximately 3–5 years of experienceNot entry levelExperience in:Program managementProduct managementRegulated industries (utility preferred)Relevant backgrounds include:Utilities (electric, gas, water)Other regulated organizationsGovernment or large bureaucratic environments (e.g., DOE, EnergyStar)4. Are there any specific companies you like to see on a candidate's resume?N/a5. Are there any certifications that the candidate must possess?N/a6. Are there any preferred or "nice to have" skills?PMP certification (nice to have)Utility or regulated industry experienceExposure to dashboards or data tools (e.g., Power BI)Experience presenting to internal/external audiences