ComEd - Mgr Strategic Programs

Comed • Oak Brook, IL

84d • $114,400 - $157,300

About The Position

Leads a team of program managers and analysts that manage high profile programs with broad internal stakeholders and externally facing partners. This is a people manager role, who will oversee the strategy, program design, implementation, compliance, reporting, and evaluation of all transportation electrification customer incentive and educational programs offered by ComEd's to its residential and Commercial & Industrial (C&I) customers. These programs are part of an Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC)-approved Beneficial Electrification (BE) Plan of $60 million per year, which supports Illinois' goal of 1 million electric vehicles (EV) by 2030 and multiple statutory requirements from the Electric Vehicle Act (EVA). Position may be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or related field and 7-10 years related business experience. In lieu of degree, 9-12 years of relevant experience.
• Advanced understanding of applicable standards, methods, processes and practices, business fundamentals, and performance metrics in the specific functional area supported by this position.
• Advanced proficiency in standard software applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Project), specialized business technologies and applications and ability to retrieve and analyze data in support of business needs.
• Ability to provide in-depth analysis and apply managerial accounting concepts, customer intelligence gathering, forecasting, staff planning, scheduling, analytical and statistical problem solving, financial, business and budget analysis.
• Expert analytical skills for project evaluation including analysis of complex projects with economic, financial, risk and decision analysis.
• Proficient in business case development and modeling including ability to create what-if scenarios analysis and to simplify models to match available information.
• Ability to effectively present business cases to business unit leadership.
• Demonstrated ability in leading cross functional or cross-organizational project teams.
• Advanced knowledge of the practices, procedures and principles of performance analysis (trending, root cause and gap analysis) benchmarking and audit compliance.
• Ability to analyze organizational data and complex problems, interpret and recommend alternative courses of action, and implement intervention strategies to attain performance targets.
• Ability to build consensus, establish trust, communicate effectively and foster culture change.
• Demonstrated advanced skills in problem solving, negotiation, conflict management and business acumen to foster relationships with partners.
• Customer driven with good oral and written communications skills.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in business or engineering or related discipline.
• Program and contract management experience.
• Experience in the transportation electrification and utility sector.
• 3-5 years of supervisory experience.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated experience communicating clearly and effectively to audiences of different backgrounds and to the media.
• Experience managing income-eligible programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, evaluation, and reporting for residential and Commercial & Industrial (C&I) transportation electrification customer programs under ComEd's $60M/year Beneficial Electrification Plan.
• Manage portfolio budget, meet regulatory and statutory goals and ensure efficient, effective, and compliant program delivery while maximizing customer satisfaction.
• Evolve program design, customer resources, and partner networks to adapt to the evolving market, State and Federal landscape.
• Manage all program internal and external communications, stakeholder and partner relationships, marketing, and outreach needs.
• Report regularly to Senior Leadership team on implementation status, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Oversee program implementation contractors including the development and delivery of key performance indicators (KPI) applicable to each individual program and in conformance with the overall portfolio.
• Track program and contractor performance via regular reporting and develop corrective actions as necessary.
• Lead the design and regulatory strategy for subsequent Beneficial Electrification Plan proposals and seek approval by the Illinois Commerce Commission via a Regulatory filing and in collaboration with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide subject matter expertise in responding to ICC requests or implementation of ICC orders, including annual reporting of results.
• Manage the process of 'Request for Proposals' and awarding of contracts to vendors delivering and evaluating beneficial electrification programs and tools for ComEd's customers.
• Maintain and further evolve ComEd's presence, visibility, and leadership industry, staying current with evolving trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements in the energy sector.
• Represent ComEd at media and industry events including interviews, press events, panels, plenaries, etc.
• Leverage learnings from other utilities and sectors to further evolve ComEd's BE programs.

Benefits

• Annual salary will vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $114,400.00/Yr. - $157,300.00/Yr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 20%
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support.
• Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement.
• Referral bonus program.
• And much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Rental and Leasing Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree