Program Manager II
Program Manager II
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Job Description
The Program Manager II at NEEA is the business manager of one or more programs that transform markets for energy efficient products services and practices. They are responsible for assuring the overall design planning resourcing and execution of assigned market transformation programs. This role will collaborate with the Manager of Program Management to oversee NEEAs Heat Pump Water Heater program whichis nationally recognized and represents a significant portion of NEEAs overall portfolio. The Program Manager oversees the planning resourcing and execution of assigned market transformation programs aligning with the product group strategy defined by the Market Transformation Manager. They work collaboratively to ensure that resources are available and effectively deployed to achieve the business objectives of NEEAs market transformation portfolio. They also coordinate and lead crossfunctional team efforts to advance and implement market transformation programs and are accountable for delivering the associated business results.
This position is based in the Portland OR metro area with a hybrid work location. We are looking for candidates who can meet the requirement of working at least 2 days per week onsite at NEEAs office location. Finalists must have eligibility to work in the US as NEEA is not able to provide VISA sponsorship or have remote work outside of the US.
- Salary range: $95000 $110000 exempt
The Typical Day May Include
- Facilitate communication within program teams to ensure project interdependencies are closely coordinated and that individual project schedules combine to support program milestones and objectives. Identify escalate and resolve issues resulting from development efforts.
- Serve as champion and spokesperson for assigned programs including attending and presenting at industry events.
- Lead a highly collaborative crossfunctional team modeling effective team behavior. Leverage the functional excellence strengths and capabilities of teammates (i.e. rely on the market research and evaluation lead for market research expertise).
- Coordinate with extraregional/national partners to align goals and increase market influence.
- Measure and report progress toward business objectives: set track and report metrics.
- Prepare and manage the annual Budget and Operations Plan; update financial forecasts and drive corrective actions.
- Use market research and data to modify program designs and meet objectives.
- Issue RFQs and RFPs and hire and manage functionspecific contractors to implement program activities and projects to achieve program objectives.
- Prepare program risk plans and oversee their implementation.
- Ensure program documentation is timely and complete transparent and easy to understand and that all claims and assumptions are appropriately supported and documented.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities over NEEA staff but leads a team of experienced subject matter experts responsible for developing and implementing projects that support program objectives. Responsible for managing contractors to implement assigned projects. The incumbent provides lead direction and guidance to program team and contractors.
What Are You Good At
- Program Management: Skilled in negotiation facilitation contracting supplier management risk assessment market assessment program strategy data management and scheduling.
- Stage Gate Expertise: Knowledgeable in product lifecycle and stage gate management principles.
- Stakeholder Relations: Effective in collaborating and engaging with diverse stakeholders and navigating difficult or sensitive stakeholder situations.
- Communications: Strong written and verbal communication skills with good presentation and facilitation abilities.
- Business Acumen: Knowledge of business planning and implementation aligning work with strategic goals and adapting to continuous improvement.
- Market & Industry Awareness: Understands energy utility and energy efficiency industries market dynamics and economic factors.
- Planning/Organizing Skills: Capable of prioritizing and planning group work activities identifying action plans and implementing them effectively.
- Problem Solving Skills: Proficient in identifying and resolving complex problems analyzing information and developing alternative solutions.
- Customer Service Skills: Manages stakeholder situations effectively with direction responds promptly to needs and builds strong relationships.
- Financial Management: Understands contracting best practices.
- Technology: Proficient in Microsoft Word Excel SharePoint PowerPoint Salesforce and project management applications such as Asana.
- Team Skills: Strong team builder working collaboratively across multifunctional teams and resolving issues proactively.
Your Experience Education and Skills:
- A minimum of 5 7 years of experience managing complex programs in a team environment. New product development experience a plus.
- BA/BS Degree with major course work in business economics engineering and environmental studies; MBA or related degree a plus.
- Experience managing programs comprised of multiple projects required.
- Experience managing contracts and contractors to achieve project objectives required.
- Experience and knowledge in efficient water heating is strongly preferred.
- Strong investigative and exploratory skills required.
- Ability to prioritize competing demands from various internal and external clients.
- Ability to do a combination of communications coordination documentation and detailed technical work in a fastpaced environment.
- An equivalent combination of education experience and training that would provide the knowledge skills and abilities required for the successful performance of the essential job duties will also be considered.
Highlights of NEEAs Benefits:
- 90% of medical/dental premiums paid by NEEA including for dependents
- Employer funded Health Savings Account
- 136 hours of PTO/year
- Automatic 6% retirement contribution with an additional 2% matching
- Flexible work environment including hybrid work location and 9/80 schedule options
- Professional development opportunities
About NEEA:
The Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) is an alliance of more than 140 electric and natural gas utilities and energy efficiency organizations working on behalf of Northwest energy consumers to increase the adoption of energyefficient products services and practices. Since 1997 the region has achieved the equivalent to enough energy to power more than 700000 Northwest homes each year.
NEEA welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and fields of expertise with or without previous experience in the energy industry.
Follow this link to our website and learn more about the organization.
NEEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
