Senior Program Manager, Distribution Engineering (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy; Westwood (MA); Hybrid; USD 141,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy in Massachusetts seeks a Senior Program Manager to independently direct complex engineering programs, manage lifecycles, and ensure compliance with state and federal energy regulations. This role partners with internal stakeholders and leads cross-functional teams to meet regulatory timeframes and budget constraints.

The ideal candidate has at least ten years of relevant experience, a BS in Applied Science, Business or Engineering, and preferably an MBA.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten years of directly related experience.
• Bachelors or higher in science, business, or engineering; MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops strategic and tactical plans to ensure readiness and compliance with energy laws and regulations.
• Oversees the department’s most complex projects through their complete life-cycle.
• Analyzes department goals, SLA’s and budgets and provides data-driven insights.
• Directs cross-functional teams and provides program leadership and guidance.
• Offers regulatory and legislative support, including testimony as required.

Skills

Excellent communication

Electric power system operations

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Applied Science, Business or Engineering

MBA or Master’s degree in Engineering

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. Responsibilities include: project lifecycle management, ensuring adherence to Eversource policies, and interaction with various Eversource internal stakeholders across multiple organizations. Other major responsibilities include coordination of studies, scheduling of resources, monitoring of project costs, and meeting or exceeding customer expectations for the successful implementation of projects within mandated regulatory time limits and budgets. The Senior Program Manager may lead cross functional and company teams on current and developing regulatory and legislative issues.

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.
• Provide 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.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. 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.

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