Senior Program Manager

Senior Program Manager

Location: Oakland, CA

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid 3 days on-site / 2 days remote per week

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 9 months
• Start: April 6, 2026
• Pay Rate: $90.00 $95.00 / Hour (USD)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

The Senior Program Manager completes moderate to complex problems and takes a new perspective on existing solutions plan and goals. This role works independently on most issues, proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could jeopardize program success. The Senior Program Manager provides direction on overall program plan and goals, and is responsible for most/all deliverables within the program implementation plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Completes moderate to complex problems and takes a new perspective on existing solutions plan and goals.
• Works independently on most issues, proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could jeopardize program success.
• Provides direction on overall program plan and goals.
• Responsible for most/all deliverables within the program implementation plan.
• Communicates findings and recommendations to various levels of management.
• Develops new and ad-hoc reports, summarizes findings and recommendations and provides business insight.

Required Skills

• Problem-solving: Analyzing complex issues, identifying root causes, and developing and implementing effective solutions.
• Critical thinking: Evaluating information, distinguishing between valuable requirements and lower priorities, and thinking logically to analyze data thoroughly.
• Strategic Thinking & Planning: The ability to see the "big picture" and ensure all projects within the program map directly to organizational goals.
• Advanced knowledge of Program Management.
• Ability to communicate findings and recommendations to various levels of management.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects with demanding time constraints.
• Knowledge and understanding of business drivers.
• Demonstrated ability to manage or direct teams.
• Ability to work within a Regulatory environment.
• Ability to assess and recommend solutions for assigned projects.
• Knowledge of energy industry applications to local level customers, including energy issues, customer energy efficiency applications, and general customer information.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Required Experience

• 6 years of related experience or equivalent.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Primarily office environment with extensive use of personal computers, telephone conversations, conference calls, and in-person meetings.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

Important Notes

• Local candidates only. Applicants must currently reside local to the Bay Area / work location in Oakland.
• A company laptop will be issued. MS Teams will be used for calls.

About The Company

Leading natural gas and electric energy company serving millions of customers across the United States. Offers reliable energy delivery and a positive work environment. Join our team and make a difference in your community.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation's largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!

Job Number: 26-02860 Industry: Operations & Management

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