Sr Business Program Manager - Transmission Engineering and Grid Modernization

ComEd•Oakbrook Terrace, IL

About The Position

Develop and coordinate business plans, project charters, and performance metrics to support execution, tracking, and regulatory compliance for Transmission Interconnection & Expansion Initiatives. Develop, manage, and evaluate key projects/programs/initiatives from planning to post implementation phases as required. Ensure organizational alignment with management models and principles and drive the integration of best practices. Perform various assignments including requests for financial and operational reports, data analysis and modeling, business planning, and/or performance measurement. Coordinate quality assurance and/or change management activities with internal and external personnel. Position may be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a business or S.T.E.M. field with 4-7 years of related business experience OR in lieu of bachelor's degree, 6-9 years of related business experience.
Comprehensive understanding of applicable standards, methods, processes and practices, business fundamentals, and performance metrics in the specific functional area supported by this position (e.g., electric or gas operations, customer service, transmission and substation, distribution system operations, regulatory and external affairs).
Advanced proficiency in standard software applications (e.g., Microsoft Project, Visio, Excel, & PowerPoint), and relevant specialized business applications (e.g., project portfolio management, requirements/test management, CIS/CRM, customer self-service, telephony, EPS, EAM, work management, & outage management) to support business needs.
Demonstrated business acumen and ability to create value with strong problem solving, analytical/financial, negotiation, and conflict management skills and a willingness to accept increased responsibilities.
Demonstrated ability to build consensus, establish trust, meet critical deadlines, communicate effectively, and accept accountability of multiple tasks.
Customer driven with demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to interact with people of all levels.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement process enhancements and efficiencies including new technology.

Nice To Haves

MBA or Master's degree in a business or S.T.E.M. field.
Comprehensive knowledge of the practices, procedures and principles of project management.
Ability to analyze complex business processes and systems, interpret and recommend alternative courses of action, and implement intervention strategies to attain performance targets.
Certification as: Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) OR Project Management Professional (PMP) OR Six Sigma Black Belt
Demonstrated strong analytical skills for project evaluation including analysis of complex projects with economic, financial, risk and decision analysis.
Proficient in business case development and ability to effectively present business cases to business unit leadership.

Responsibilities

Lead development, implementation, and evaluation of projects, programs, and/or business initiatives.
Provide requirements analysis, performance measurement, and quality assurance.
Manage scope, schedule, and budget for organizational projects and programs.
Coordinate and report on process/project/initiative assignments.
Develop performance indicators and tracking mechanisms to monitor and report results.
Prepare, review, and analyze reports, controls, and other financial & operational information for specific projects and initiatives.
Coordinate work plans to implement corrective actions that are identified as a result of performance assessment.
Support the establishment of business plans and objectives across multiple areas / departments.
Coordinate with stakeholders on the development of business cases and prioritization of deliverables.
Lead change management activities for projects, programs, and initiatives.
Develop and implement training of employees and external personnel for new processes and procedures.
Develop and implement effective business readiness procedures.
Participate in process improvement task forces.
Provide benchmarking analysis.
Prepare status reports to leadership.
Understand business processes and provide guidance for end users.
Provide day-to-day client support and conduct diagnostics as necessary to ensure optimal performance.
Assist and advise other personnel with responses to internal and external inquiries.

Benefits

Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $88,800.00/Yr. – $122,100.00/Yr.
Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 15%
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