Program Manager, Principal

Pacific Gas And Electric Company•Oakland, CA

1d•$137,000 - $244,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Manager, Principal manages aspects of the EGI training program’s implementation and operations, ensuring that the program is developed and operating effectively. The role leads change management with internal and external stakeholders and ensures the training roadmap is fully implemented and operational. This position supports PG&E’s Service Planning and Design organization, which delivers new gas and electric services through the New Business Process. The role develops and implements the EGI training strategy; supports rollouts of process and system improvements through communication and training for the estimating program; and drives development of new resources and tools. It also influences decisions and recommends changes to help the estimating training program succeed cost-effectively. The position is hybrid, working from a remote office and an assigned work location within the PG&E Service Territory based on business need. Travel may be required up to 15%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
10 years of job-related experience.
Travel may be required up to 15%.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a job-related discipline or equivalent experience.
PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Two years of EGI or Engineering experience.
Ability to use business understanding to support strategic decision-making and recommend operational improvements.
Ability to lead the largest and most complex projects across the supported line of business.
Deep knowledge and expertise in business and/or industry drivers.
Ability to lead large and complex projects with cross-functional teams.
Ability to create compelling business cases based on complex business environments and inputs.
Adeptness at addressing issues with diplomacy and tact.

Responsibilities

Represent PG&E as a recognized subject matter expert in regulatory and/or industry forums.
Manage major cross-functional projects and initiatives as needed.
Coach and mentor less experienced employees.
Solve unique and complex problems by anticipating issues and developing innovative solutions.
Provide strategic leadership with internal stakeholders in support of Company goals.
Lead development of program goals and metrics aligned with company goals and objectives, collaborating across the organization to ensure alignment.
Use other departments and teams to meet program goals.
Organize and lead cross-utility project teams to influence utility, regulatory, and/or industry decisions.
Develop, measure, and report on program success.
Provide significant input to PG&E leadership, other utilities, industry participants, and/or regulatory decision makers to influence program strategies affecting PG&E and its customers.
Develop and implement the EGI training strategy.
Support rollouts of process and system improvements through communication, coordination, and delivery of estimating program training.
Drive development of new resources and tools.
Influence decisions and recommend changes that support the success and cost-effectiveness of the estimating training program.