Program Manager I

$67,000 - $120,000/Yr

Franklin Energy / AM Conservation - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Chicago, IL

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 energy programs, ensuring client energy efficiency goals are met, and developing strong relationships with clients and vendors. The position emphasizes learning program management, financial oversight, and strategic direction to drive the transition to net-zero carbon economies.

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.