Program Manager (Energy)

Willdan; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A project management solutions provider is seeking a Deputy Program Manager in Los Angeles. The ideal candidate should have 8-10 years of project management experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Responsibilities include supporting budget management, tracking project progress, and ensuring operational efficiency. This full-time role offers competitive pay ranging from $110,000 to $140,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of professional experience in project management.
• Strong administrative, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Detail oriented and analytical.

Responsibilities

• Supports Program Manager to define staff and budget requirements.
• Tracks subcontractor progress in relation to budgets and targets.
• Delivers clear program messaging for external customers.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Data tracking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Tools

MS Office

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Job description

Overview

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Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

Location

Los Angeles, CA

Responsibilities

• Supports Program Manager to define the staff and budget resource requirements, operational expectations, and internal reporting requirements needed to achieve annual goals.
• Monitoring program tasks, reporting and follow-up on progress and achievements.
• Communicating directly with field staff and small business customers.
• Mentoring and motivating field personnel including sales teams to close projects with high value multi-national chains, public agencies, small to medium sized businesses, and non-profits.
• Organize, schedule, and participate in field site visits, client meetings, and off-site customer meetings as needed.
• Ensuring the accurate and timely input of energy savings data into Willdan’s database system.
• Oversee and manage the relationship between Willdan, the client and the contractor network.
• Develop tools, processes and procedures to facilitate contractor projects.
• Track subcontractor progress in relation to budgets, targets and forecasts.
• Supports/Leads continuous improvement evaluation and recommendations. Ensures operational efficiency, quality customer service, and drives best practices.
• Ability to recognize inefficiencies in processes and develop solutions.
• Continuously monitors progress regarding contract goals, budgets and cost-effectiveness, making program tactical changes as needed.
• Delivers clear and transparent program messaging for both external customers and internal staff.
• Addresses customer service complaints and feedback; seeks solutions to prevent future occurrences.
• Actively mentored by Program Manager to continue skill development.
• Provides clear and effective communication with all customers including team members, stakeholders, cross-functional groups, etc.
• Engagement in any and all areas critical to program success.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• 8-10 years of professional experience in project management.
• Strong administrative, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Outlook.
• Ability to carry out systematic data tracking and reporting processes.
• Superior verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Budget, expenses, payroll, and/or accounting management experience.
• Strong personal commitment to the mission, vision, goals and values of Willdan and its clients.
• Proven ability to develop strong working relationships, collaborate with internal staff, customers, and contractors.
• Detail oriented and analytical.
• Proficiency in managing multiple projects effectively, with a high degree of accuracy and in a timely manner.
• Flexibility and willingness to take on additional projects and responsibilities as needed.

EEO and Notice

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. Willdan Energy Company participates in E-Verify.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Project Management and Information Technology