Senior Program Manager, Distribution Engineering (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 141,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy is seeking a Senior Program Manager to provide expert direction and planning for complex programs in Engineering. You will lead cross-functional teams on regulatory and legislative issues while ensuring projects meet schedules and budgets.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Applied Science, Business or Engineering, 10+ years of related experience, and strong communication and financial acumen. Occasional travel and a hybrid work model are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Applied Science, Business or Engineering is required.
• MBA or Master’s degree in Engineering is preferred.
• Minimum of ten years of directly related experience.
• Licenses & certifications: none specified.

Responsibilities

• Develops strategic and tactical plans to ensure the company is ready and compliant with state and federal energy regulations.
• Oversees the department’s most complex projects through lifecycle from application to closeout.
• Influences changes in philosophy, design approach or business practices for programs.
• Analyzes, tracks and reports on department goals, SLAs and other metrics as needed.
• Analyzes data and develops reports and innovative solutions regarding projects.
• Tracks and analyzes engineering estimates and project costs to improve forecasting.
• Provides direction to employees working on the programs; serves as program technical leader.
• Provides regulatory and legislative support, including answering interrogatories and witness testimony as required.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Regulatory knowledge

Financial principles

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Applied Science/Business/Engineering

MBA or Master’s in Engineering preferred

Job description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered. Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

Role and Scope of Position

Works independently to provide expert direction and planning for various complex programs within Engineering. The Senior Program Manager may lead cross functional and company teams on current and developing regulatory and legislative issues.

• Project lifecycle management
• Ensuring adherence to Eversource policies
• Interaction with various Eversource internal stakeholders across multiple organizations
• Coordination of studies
• Scheduling of resources
• Monitoring of project costs
• Meeting or exceeding customer expectations for the successful implementation of projects within mandated regulatory time limits and budgets

Essential Functions

• Develops strategic and tactical plans for the group to ensure that the Company is operationally ready and in full compliance with state and federal energy legislation and regulations.
• Oversees the department’s most complex projects through their complete life‑cycle, from application to final project test and closeout.
• Influences changes in philosophy, design approach or business practices with regards to programs.
• Analyzes, tracks and reports on department goals, SLA’s and other metrics as needed.
• Analyzes data and develops reports and innovative solutions regarding projects.
• Tracks and analyzes engineering estimates and project costs to improve forecasting.
• Provides direction and guidance to employees working on the various programs; serves as program technical leader.
• Provides regulatory and legislative support, including answering interrogatories, and witness testimony as required.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications

• Technical Knowledge/Skill: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Knowledge of electric power system operations, utility regulation, applicable governmental and regulatory laws, rules and regulations; Solid understanding of business financial principles; Ability to provide direction to a cross-process team and technical solutions on a variety of concurrent projects that may include complex, controversial and unique issues.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Applied Science, Business or Engineering. MBA or Master’s degree in Engineering preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years of directly related experience.
• Licenses & Certifications: None.

Working Conditions

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

Competencies

• Build trusting relationships
• Manage and develop people
• Foster teamwork and cross‑functional collaboration
• Lead change
• Communicate strategic vision
• Create an engaged workforce
• Focus on the customer
• Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits

• Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.
• Salary is commensurate with your experience.
• This position is eligible for a potential incentive.
• The annual salary range for this position is: $141,080.00-$156,760.00

Worker Type: Regular Number of Openings: 1

Emergency Response

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor

Who we are: Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES), a Fortune 500 and Standard & Poor’s 500 energy company based in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, operates New England’s largest energy delivery system. Eversource is committed to safety, reliability, environmental leadership and stewardship, and expanding energy options for its 4.3 million electric and natural gas customers. We are a company dedicated to our customers, communities and employees. We know that our success depends on the best efforts of our engaged team‑talented and dedicated individuals who take pride in their work, know and exhibit the value of teamwork and collaboration, and support each other in working safely every day.