Distribution Programs Lead (NJ) — Grid Projects & Strategy

FirstEnergy Corp; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 96,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

FirstEnergy is seeking a Program Manager to lead the development, execution, and oversight of distribution capital programs in the New Jersey operating companies. You will drive delivery within scope, cost, and schedule while aligning with regulatory requirements and enterprise strategy.

The role reports to senior leadership and collaborates with Regulatory, Engineering, IT, Legal, and Strategy teams across multiple NJ locations, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related discipline with minimum 4 years of utility distribution experience.
• OR Associate degree with minimum 5 years of utility distribution experience.
• In lieu of a degree, High School Diploma / GED with minimum 6 years of distribution experience.
• Minimum 4 years of project management experience.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading end-to-end program management, including planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting.
• Defining program scope, deliverables, timelines, budgets, and resource plans in coordination with cross-functional teams.
• Managing program execution to deliver within approved scope, cost, and schedule while achieving expected business outcomes.
• Monitoring program performance; identify risks, resolve issues, and manage escalations.
• Leading cross-functional stakeholders (Regulatory, Engineering, IT, Legal, Strategy) and external partners to ensure alignment and delivery.
• Supporting regulatory filings, discovery responses, and reporting to commissions and stakeholders.
• Tracking and validating realization of program benefits and business outcomes.
• Developing presentations and communications for leadership, internal stakeholders, and external partners.
• Demonstrating a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Willingness to travel, including overnight, as required.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Regulatory experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

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

MS Office

Job description

FirstEnergy is seeking a Program Manager to lead the development, execution, and oversight of distribution capital programs in the New Jersey operating companies. You will drive delivery within scope, cost, and schedule while aligning with regulatory requirements and enterprise strategy.

The role reports to senior leadership and collaborates with Regulatory, Engineering, IT, Legal, and Strategy teams across multiple NJ locations, with travel as needed.