All Programs - Program Manager I

$66,100 - $91,000/Yr

Franklin Energy / AM Conservation - Oakland, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Oakland, CA

1,001-5,000 employees

About the position

The Program Manager I at Franklin Energy / AM Conservation is responsible for managing energy efficiency programs with support from senior leadership. This hands-on role involves overseeing all aspects of program management, including budget oversight, team development, and client relationships, while focusing on achieving energy efficiency goals and program objectives.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage in talent management processes, including interviewing and performance evaluations.
• Provide client communications and reporting.
• Oversee program operations to ensure client requirements are met.
• Seek Senior Leadership support for developing and expanding client relationships.
• Support partner and client contract management processes.
• Establish solid and trusted relationships with client program teams.
• Lead and support company-wide safety efforts.
• Orchestrate partnership and work between centralized functions and program staff.
• Recognize and address issues within programs as they arise.
• Ensure successful delivery of program goals as indicated in the Statement of Work.
• Develop and manage production plans for programs.
• Monitor and manage program budgets to ensure full utilization of funds while meeting energy goals.
• Prepare monthly invoices and activity reports as required.
• Manage one to two individually run utility programs.
• Report on program performance and financial metrics.
• Support Business Development with information on program re-bids, RFPs, and client expansions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in science or equivalent required.
• 2 or more years of management experience or 1 or more years managing energy efficiency programs.
• Background in engineering, technology, or science preferred.
• Experience in lighting, HVAC, and other technologies preferred.
• Technical experience in developing and/or reviewing energy savings calculations preferred.
• Proven leadership in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize workload and delegate work assignments.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with customers and clients.
• Sales or business development background is a plus.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data and solve practical problems.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Nice-to-haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.