Budget Management, Budgeting, Change Requests/Orders, Coaching, Communication Skills, Corrective Action, Customer Relations, Distribution Management, Documentation, Electrical Utility, Engineering Consulting, Financial Projections, Financial Reporting, Leadership, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Performance Reviews, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Program Planning, Progress Reports, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Risk Analysis, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Schedule Development, Team Building, Time Management, Variance Analysis, Willing to Travel, Work From Home
Program Manager - Distribution
Work Mode: Primarily Remote - Onsite presence required for onboarding/training (first two weeks) and monthly in-person meetings in Akron, OH.
About the Role
ExecuPOWER is seeking an experienced Program Manager - Distribution to lead large-scale electric utility distribution programs, such as PA LTIIP initiatives, from concept through completion. This position offers the flexibility of remote work while maintaining strong collaboration through scheduled onsite engagements.
As a Program Manager, you will serve as the primary client-facing representative, ensuring project performance aligns with technical, financial, and safety standards while driving innovation and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Program & Project Leadership:
- Lead program management for Distribution initiatives, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality delivery.
- Develop and manage detailed project schedules, identify risks, and proactively implement mitigation strategies.
- Oversee all program phases including planning, execution, and close-out.
- Monitor program performance through variance reporting and effectively manage scope, schedule, and resource changes.
Client & Stakeholder Management:
- Serve as the main point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
- Collaborate with client leadership to support long-term infrastructure goals and business objectives.
- Prepare and deliver polished presentations and progress reports to executive leadership and external stakeholders.
Team Development & Oversight:
- Mobilize, assign, and guide project teams according to strengths and capabilities.
- Provide coaching, feedback, and performance reviews to enhance team effectiveness.
- Ensure all team members adhere to ExecuPOWER's safety, quality, and technical standards.
Program Governance & Reporting:
- Track project milestones, budgets, and deliverables to maintain transparency and accountability.
- Facilitate weekly project status meetings and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Maintain accurate documentation, including change orders, variance reports, and financial tracking.
Business Growth & Continuous Improvement:
- Partner with leadership to identify and pursue new business opportunities within the distribution utility market.
- Promote innovation through new technologies, processes, and tools to enhance client value and operational efficiency.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical/business discipline.
- 8+ years of experience in project or program management within the electric utility industry.
- Proven success managing large-scale utility programs, such as distribution modernization or LTIIP initiatives.
- Strong understanding of project financials, scheduling tools, and performance metrics.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to travel periodically to client or project sites for key meetings and reviews.
Why Join ExecuPOWER?
At ExecuPOWER, we are powering the future through partnerships, principles, and passion. As a certified women-owned engineering consulting firm, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions in Transmission, Substation, and Distribution Engineering.
Our Comprehensive Benefits Include:
- Paid Time Off: Holidays, PTO, Summer Hours, and Parental Leave
- Education Support: Tuition assistance, certifications, and continuing education
- Flexible Work Schedules: Balance your professional and personal life
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match
- Healthcare Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
- Financial Wellness: HSA contributions, Daycare FSAs, short/long-term disability, and supplemental life insurance
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Join a team where innovation meets opportunity. Help ExecuPOWER shape the future of distribution infrastructure with your leadership and technical expertise.
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