Program Manager, Expert

Pacific Gas And Electric Company•Oakland, CA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Oversees all facets of program implementation and operational activities, ensuring the program functions efficiently and effectively. Responsible for the development, execution, and management of the Hydro-specific 811 damage prevention program. Establishes and maintains standards, procedures, and communication protocols to ensure compliance with state and federal 811 requirements for underground utility protection. Develops and implements comprehensive communication plans for both internal and external stakeholders and delivers training and guidance to Hydro personnel regarding 811 protocols. Serves as the primary liaison between Hydro Operations, Operations & Maintenance teams, Licensing, and external agencies—including FERC, state regulators, and tribal entities—to facilitate timely notifications and responses to excavation requests. This position is flexible throughout the service territory with Oakland as the preferred headquarters. Final headquarters will be agreed upon by the successful candidate and hiring leader. This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and assigned location, subject to change per business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in business.
8 years of related experience or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
PMP Certification.
Advanced knowledge of Program Management.
Ability to influence leaders inside and outside of the department through data analysis, insights and recommendations.
Ability to lead large and complex projects working with cross-functional teams.
Ability to create compelling business cases based on complex business environments and inputs.
Adept at addressing issues with diplomacy and tact.
Excellent negotiation skills.
Primarily office environment with extensive use of personal computers, telephone conversations, conference calls and in person meetings.

Responsibilities

Applies broad expertise and advanced knowledge to wide-ranging issues.
May act as a team lead and provide direction to less experienced employees.
Works with Directors and Managers across functions to influence decisions.
Communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences using a variety of media.
Integrates industry knowledge related to data into everyday business practices and decision making.
Provides others with guidance around complex industry regulatory and compliance environment and considerations.
Creates new and complex data models to facilitate business decisions.
Provides direction on overall program.
Performs in-depth quality assurance final reviews and contract drafts.
Develops new or revises existing scopes of work to ensure compliance standards and deliverables are established.
Travel may be required.