IT Modernization Program Manager

NextEra Energy - Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Utilities

About the position

The IT Modernization Program Manager is responsible for leading large-scale IT modernization projects at NextEra Energy. This role combines project management, business analysis, and data project skills to ensure adherence to business and technical requirements while managing project delivery across multiple phases. The position is pivotal for the successful on-time and on-budget delivery of IT modernization projects, requiring effective coordination, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate matrixed project teams to meet schedules.
• Align with Technical and Business Stakeholders on scope, schedule & costs.
• Manage program risks and resolve issues.
• Work with vendors and developers to implement software solutions.
• Oversee IT solution deployments across complex data programs.
• Communicate progress and status to stakeholders in an agile manner.
• Document and present findings clearly.
• Drive recommendations to implementation.
• Train and coach leaders, teams, Product Owners, and Scrum Masters in Lean-Agile practices and mindset.
• Facilitate periodic synchronization meetings across several different onsite and distributed delivery teams.
• Prepare program and release backlogs, as well as team and program objectives.
• Track, promote, and publish completed program features and program and team objectives.
• Manage risk and dependencies, communicate and escalate impediments to facilitate transparency, and reduce bottlenecks.
• Report on standardized program-level metrics, and understand, track, and operate within the program budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• 8+ years in program management, leading IT modernization initiatives.
• Experience with time series databases, data platforms, cloud platforms, advanced analytics, AI/ML, and integrations.
• Experience in regulated environments (utilities, manufacturing, healthcare).
• Strong analytical, communication, and vendor management skills.
• Proficient in Agile methodologies and risk management.

Nice-to-haves

• PMI PMP certification, ScrumMaster or Agile Certified Practitioner.
• Experience with Databricks and AWS.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in the power generation sector or similar industries.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance if applicable
• Diverse and inclusive workplace
• Wide range of employee benefits