Distribution Capital Programs Manager

FirstEnergy Corp.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 96,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstEnergy is seeking a Program Manager to lead distribution capital programs in the New Jersey operating companies. The preferred reporting location is the Morristown General Office, with flexibility to be located at any NJ FirstEnergy site based on space availability.

The role requires coordinating cross-functional teams, managing scope, cost, and schedule, and ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and enterprise strategy. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related discipline and minimum 4 years related utility distribution experience.
• OR Associate degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related discipline and minimum 5 years related utility distribution experience.
• In lieu of a degree, High School Diploma / GED and minimum 6 years related distribution experience.
• Minimum 4 years of project management experience or the equivalent.
• Strong project management skills with an ability to develop, manage, and control multiple tasks.
• Experience with regulatory environments and/or utility programs preferred.
• Able to manage budgets, schedules, risks, and performance metrics.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Able to work across multiple departments and geographic locations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and general business systems.
• Works collaboratively and possess a willingness to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end program management, including planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting.
• Define program scope, deliverables, timelines, budgets, and resource plans in coordination with cross-functional teams.
• Manage program execution to deliver within approved scope, cost, and schedule while achieving expected business outcomes.
• Monitor program performance; identify risks, resolve issues, and manage escalations.
• Lead cross-functional stakeholders (Regulatory, Engineering, IT, Legal, Strategy) and external partners to ensure alignment and delivery.
• Support regulatory filings, discovery responses, and reporting to commissions and stakeholders.
• Track and validate realization of program benefits and business outcomes.
• Develop and deliver leadership updates, communication plans, and stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Ensure compliance with safety, operational, and corporate standards.
• Support development of long-term strategy, technology standards, and integration of engineering and IT systems.
• Manage vendor engagement and support issue resolution as needed.
• Develop presentations and communications for leadership, internal stakeholders, and external partners.
• Demonstrate commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Willingness to travel, including overnight, as required.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting & scheduling

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related discipline

Associate degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related discipline

High School Diploma / GED with 6 years related distribution experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

General business systems

Job description

FirstEnergy is seeking a Program Manager to lead distribution capital programs in the New Jersey operating companies. The preferred reporting location is the Morristown General Office, with flexibility to be located at any NJ FirstEnergy site based on space availability.

The role requires coordinating cross-functional teams, managing scope, cost, and schedule, and ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and enterprise strategy. Travel may be required.