CEC - EBD Single Family Program Manager I

Talent Acquisition•Portland, OR

1d•$95,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Franklin Energy is hiring a Program Manager I to manage energy efficiency programs with high-level support from senior leadership. This hands-on role oversees program operations and works with clients, partners, vendors, and energy professionals to meet client energy-efficiency goals and other program objectives. The position focuses on developing program-management, financial, and strategic skills. Responsibilities include program budget oversight, team development and engagement, and management of vendor and client relationships. The role manages one to two utility programs and may travel up to 40%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in science or equivalent.
At least 2 years of management experience or at least 1 year managing energy-efficiency programs.
Proven leadership in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to prioritize workload and delegate assignments appropriately.
Effective verbal and written communication with customers, clients, and employees.
Ability to analyze and interpret data and solve practical problems.
Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Willingness to travel up to 40%.

Nice To Haves

Background in engineering, technology, or science, and experience working in a technical environment.
Experience with lighting, HVAC, and other installed technologies.
Technical experience developing or reviewing energy-savings calculations to determine customer paybacks and incentive levels.
Sales or business-development background.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

Participate in talent management, including interviewing, resource planning and utilization, engagement planning, and performance evaluations.
Communicate with clients and provide reporting.
Oversee program operations to ensure client requirements are met.
Seek senior leadership support to develop and expand client relationships.
Support partner and client contract management.
Build trusted relationships with client program teams.
Lead and support company-wide safety efforts.
Coordinate work between centralized functions and program staff.
Recognize program issues and seek assistance when needed.
Ensure delivery of program goals outlined in the Statement of Work.
Develop and manage the program production plan.
Monitor and manage program budgets to fully use available funds while meeting or exceeding energy goals.
Prepare monthly invoices and activity reports for clients, partners, or company management by required deadlines.
Manage one to two utility programs.
Report program performance and financial metrics.
Develop financial acumen and program-strategy skills.
Support Business Development with information for program re-bids, RFPs, and client expansions.