Program Manager, Virtual Power Plant

ZipRecruiter; Shelton (WA); Remote; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Budderfly is looking for a Virtual Power Plant Program Manager to coordinate and administer VPP programs. The ideal candidate will enhance partner integrations and manage program growth, contributing to energy savings and excellent customer experience. This remote role requires strong organizational skills, communication, and a problem-solving mindset.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive pay

Full benefits package

Team-oriented work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in demand response program management or a related field.
• Understanding of Demand Response program management including various technologies.
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and expand relationships with Utility and Energy Market partners.
• Oversee program rollouts and coordinate project management.
• Monitor program performance and implement data-driven improvements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Analytical abilities

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

We’re helping businesses become more sustainable. Join us!

Budderfly is a fast-growing, private equity-backed energy management company that is helping the planet by reducing carbon emissions for small to medium sized enterprises. We are the premier sustainability partner for businesses with repeatable footprints such as restaurant chains, assisted living facilities, retail franchises, and more. By installing and managing a combination of patented technologies, equipment upgrades, and proprietary energy software solutions, we deliver energy savings with no investment required from our customers.

Recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025 and featured on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest-Growing Companies for four consecutive years, Budderfly is driving real impact at scale.

We are an energetic, dynamic and dedicated team working together to make a positive impact on the environment while providing an excellent customer experience. We are growing quickly and looking to add talented people who are passionate about making the world a better place!

Location: Remote

We have an opportunity for a motivated individual to fill the role of Virtual Power Plant Program Manager. This role will be the primary coordinator and program administrator of our VPP programs. In this position, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting Virtual Power Plant (VPP) partner integrations, manage launches, and own post-launch partner support and program growth.

Why this Role is Important:

Our Energy Management team is a dynamic group of high performers, launching VPP capability and advanced technology across our portfolio of over 7000 commercial sites nationwide. A successful candidate will keep our end Customer experience top of mind while expanding our programs with utilities and energy market partners in target growth areas to deliver deep energy savings. As a Program Manager, you will show direct success by enabling program implementation and continued growth, increasing revenue, customer satisfaction, and grid stability.

Responsibilities:

• Cultivate, manage, and expand relationships with Budderfly’s Utility and Energy Market partners while maintaining a personal touch with every interaction.
• Oversee program rollouts and guide coordination and project management as Budderfly grows its VPP programs.
• Contribute to VPP strategy & expansion planning.
• Collaborate with the Sales, Development, Marketing, Product, and our customer success team to ensure the highest level of program delivery and streamlined growth.
• Contribute directly to the development and implementation of strategies to meet internal growth targets.
• Coordinate with team members and departments to prioritize clients-reported issues and demands and maintain clear communication with clients.
• Manage and oversee the implementation and operation of demand response or VPP programs.
• Monitor program performance and make data-driven improvements.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Prepare and present reports on program performance to senior management.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in energy management.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree not required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in demand response program management or a related field.
• Understanding of Demand Response program management and program growth beyond thermostats, including but not limited to Batteries, Solar, Electric Vehicles and additional load control technologies.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of program management methodologies and tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with a core personal drive to find solutions.
• Self starter with strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Professional certifications such as project management certification (PMP) are .

Compensation

$115,000 - $135,000 USD

Compensation is based on factors including level of experience, skillset, qualifications, and location.

What We Offer:

• Career advancement opportunities in a fast-growing, supportive company environment
• Competitive pay
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vison, 401K, life insurance, and insurance
• Opportunity to work as part of a team that values its members and works together to achieve positive change.

Budderfly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to , , creed, , , , , marital status, citizenship status, , , ancestry, , veteran status, or any other legally protected status, and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.

We welcome all job seekers, including those with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career web page as a result of your .

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Company DescriptionBudderfly is on a mission to help businesses drastically reduce their carbon footprint while significantly lowering their energy costs. Budderfly, brings an innovative approach to the emerging Energy Efficiency as a Service (EaaS) market. As the leading pioneer, Budderfly offers advanced software, patented energy Internet of Things (IoT) measurement and control devices and numerous energy-saving facility components and upgrades. Headquartered in Shelton, CT (Warehouse - Milford, CT) and offices in Orange CA. Our expansion is well capitalized and provides our clients with the ability to manage their energy and utility bills and optimize efficiency with the partnership and utilization of our technology.

Budderfly is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer.Company DescriptionBudderfly is on a mission to help businesses drastically reduce their carbon footprint while significantly lowering their energy costs. Budderfly, brings an innovative approach to the emerging Energy Efficiency as a Service (EaaS) market. As the leading pioneer, Budderfly offers advanced software, patented energy Internet of Things (IoT) measurement and control devices and numerous energy-saving facility components and upgrades. Headquartered in Shelton, CT (Warehouse - Milford, CT) and offices in Orange CA. Our expansion is well capitalized and provides our clients with the ability to manage their energy and utility bills and optimize efficiency with the partnership and utilization of our technology.

Budderfly is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer.