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FirstEnergy · 3 hours ago

Distribution Program Manager - (New Business) Eastern PA

Pennsylvania, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

FirstEnergy is a forward-thinking electric utility dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability, and operational excellence. The Distribution Program Manager will strategize and implement high-level program initiatives, manage project teams, and ensure successful delivery of business goals related to new business development in Pennsylvania.

Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy EfficiencyInformation Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Working closely with external developers, engineering, cross-functional teams, and assigned project managers to develop the scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and timing for PA East New Business and developer related inquiries

Managing schedules and driving project teams for optimal customer connections, and coordinate/delegate cross-project initiatives ensuring expected benefits to Met-Ed

Identifying key requirements for cross-functional teams and external vendors

Developing and managing budget and timelines for projects and be accountable for delivering against established business goals/objectives

Analyzing, evaluating, and overcoming program risks, and producing program reports for managers and stakeholders while obtaining approval for scope/schedule/resource changes

Supporting the operation and maintenance of assets

Assisting with development of appropriate process standards and coordinating engineering support as needed

Supporting IT System Integration – including mapping protocols and work order closeout

Assisting with rate filings/reports including discovery responses and participating in preparation and delivery of semi-annual filing reports and presentations to Commission staff as scheduled to communicate program milestones related to customer inquiries

Supporting and partnering with PA Design teams, including but not limited to participation in program teams, key FirstEnergy stakeholders such as Distribution Standards and others. Participation in industry work groups and all related processes (regulatory, policy, advocacy, business strategy, etc.)

Assisting Met-Ed in developing consistent longer-term strategies and plans that align with the Emerging Technologies Roadmap. Coordinating planning closely with Rates/Regulatory, Long-Range Planning, and Distribution Support

Providing support for developing communications plans and ensuring visibility of assigned programs internally across NJ, as well as externally with all stakeholders

Providing support to resolve supplier issues through involvement with corporate affiliates

Assisting with presentations to leadership and external stakeholders on program justifications and program updates

Consistently anticipating customer needs and delivering high quality results

Qualification

Utility Distribution ExperienceChange ManagementProject ManagementEngineering TechnologyDigital MarketingWork Management ToolsAnalytical AbilityLeadershipTime ManagementInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Business, Finance, Project Management, or related discipline and minimum 5 to 7 years related utility distribution experience are required

In lieu of a degree, High School Diploma / GED and minimum 7 to 10 years related utility distribution experience are required

5 years of project management experience or the equivalent is required

Exceptional skills in leadership, time management, facilitation, and organization

Outstanding knowledge of change management principles and experience in managing stakeholders and driving accountability through peers

Working knowledge of digital marketing

Gain knowledge of company's practices and standards for engineering construction and maintenance of distribution lines

Able to communicate complexities to individuals across business units

Persuasive and professional in verbal and written communications with multiple constituencies including employees, customer, and stakeholders

Ability to develop creative solutions and resolve operational issues while working through and seeing past today's challenges to develop and implement new programs

Gain knowledge of Work Management Tools (GIS View, CREWS, SAP), Outage Management System (Power On), Transmission Outage Databases, and Planning & Protection Programs (CYME DIST, CYME TCC, LFDMS, RSS and CASCADE)

Strong attention to detail and analytical ability

Proficient in use of computers and PC based applications including and Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical ability are required

Able to work independently, as well as collaboratively, with multiple departments in multiple locations

Willing and able to support travel to various company locations (including overnight travel) as needed

Benefits

Competitive pay plus incentive compensation

A company-sponsored pension plan

401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution

A choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs

Skills development training with tuition reimbursement

Company

FirstEnergy

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We are a forward-thinking electric utility centered on integrity, powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

Founded in 1997

Akron, Ohio, USA

10001+ employees