Sr Business Program Manager

Comed • Oak Brook, IL

208d • $86,400 - $118,800

About The Position

Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient. We're powered by purpose-driven people who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. This position involves developing, managing, and evaluating key projects/programs/initiatives from planning to post-implementation phases. Responsibilities include developing business plans, project charters, and performance metrics in support of business objectives, ensuring organizational alignment with management models and principles, and driving the integration of best practices. The role may require 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.
• Advanced proficiency in standard software applications (e.g., Microsoft Project, Visio, Excel, & PowerPoint), and relevant specialized business applications.
• Demonstrated business acumen and ability to create value with strong problem solving, analytical/financial, negotiation, and conflict management skills.
• 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 Mgmt (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 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: $86,400.00/Yr. - $118,800.00/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.

What This Job Offers

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