Program Manager, New Technologies

Ormat Technologies, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ormat Technologies, Inc. in Reno, NV is looking for a Program Manager to oversee and manage initiatives in the EGS & Drilling Technologies department. This role involves developing roadmaps for Next-Generation Geothermal technologies and requires a strong background in program management.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree and significant experience, along with excellent interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include tracking project progress, managing budgets, and working with internal and external partners.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of related experience or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Experience overseeing full program lifecycles from concept development through implementation.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.

Responsibilities

• Identify strategic opportunities and create program roadmaps.
• Manage partnerships with national labs, universities, and industry partners.
• Track progress across multiple projects and report accurately.

Skills

Program management

Strategic planning

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Master’s Degree

Project Management Professional certification

Job description

Position Summary

This position oversees and manages new and existing initiatives and programs in the EGS & Drilling Technologies department, related to the development of Next‑Generation Geothermal technologies. Example initiatives can include development of Next‑Generation Geothermal projects, government‑funded programs, internal/external partnerships & projects, and technology investments.

Essential Functions

• Identify strategic opportunities and create program roadmaps and initiatives that directly support the company’s mission and strategic goals
• Establish frameworks, processes, reporting standards, and performance metrics that associated projects within the program will follow
• Track progress across multiple projects, maintain accurate reporting, and escalate issues that may impact scope, cost, and schedule
• Develop and manage large‑scale program budgets, track expenses, and ensure resources are allocated for efficiency
• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal leadership, external partners, contractors, and regulatory bodies
• Coordinate multidisciplinary internal engineering, geoscience, and operations teams, while managing risks or resource conflicts that arise with multiple projects in parallel
• Manage partnerships with national labs, universities, industry partners, and contractors to advance program objectives
• Incorporate existing project management tools and processes (i.e., risk management, change control, and continuous improvement)
• Must be able to travel up to 20%
• Must be able to operate a vehicle safely, enter and exit vehicle without assistance, remain alert while driving for continuous periods, and read and understand maps

Other Responsibilities

• Other duties and projects as assigned

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and (7‑10) years of related experience or the equivalent combination of experience and education
• Master’s Degree and/or Project Management Professional certification preferred
• Experience overseeing full program lifecycles from concept development through implementation
• Must have a high degree of initiative, ability to work with minimal or no supervision, and a high level of confidentiality
• Must have strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Must have the ability to read, write, and speak English at a level that will permit the employee to understand and communicate information in a manner that will enable the employee to perform the job duties safely and efficiently
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to ORMAT’s auto insurance carrier

Physical Requirements

• Job requires sitting and/or standing for long periods of time with moderate bending, stooping, and kneeling
• The ability to work at a computer and computer monitor and use repetitive motion for long periods of time