Energy Job Search · 7 hours ago
Program Manager
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
12+ years expEmerson is a global leader in automation technology and software, and they are seeking a Program Manager to own the strategy-to-execution lifecycle for a multi-program portfolio. The role involves establishing portfolio governance, leading complex initiatives, and designing enterprise change strategies to achieve sustainable adoption.
Staffing & Recruiting
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Own the strategy ‑ to ‑ execution lifecycle for a multi ‑ program portfolio; translate strategic objectives into prioritized roadmaps, OKRs, and funding plans
Establish portfolio governance: stage gates, benefits realization, risk/compliance reviews, and executive readouts
Lead the most complex, ambiguous initiatives with enterprise impact; orchestrate cross ‑ functional teams and partners to deliver outcomes on time and budget
Institutionalize standards (integrated plans, dependency and critical ‑ path control, decision logs) and coach junior PMs to adopt them
Design enterprise change strategies (sponsor roadmap, stakeholder engagement, communications, training, reinforcement) to achieve sustainable adoption
Define and evolve COE methods across program/project, change, and process/CI; introduce new approaches leveraging Lean Six Sigma and systems thinking
Remove waste and simplify via standard work and automation
Model inclusive leadership and a culture focused on outcomes and customer value
Influence and align VP+ stakeholders; drive crisp executive decisions with clear options, trade ‑ offs, and risk/impact analysis
Communicate effectively across audiences-from executive ops reviews to technical working sessions
Anticipate systemic risks; implement mitigations and escalation pathways
Responsibly integrate AI/automation to improve planning, risk sensing, and communications
Optimally communicate to all levels - from senior management to individual contributors
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 12+ years in program/project leadership with increasing scope and complexity
Proven delivery of multi ‑ year, cross ‑ functional programs with executive visibility and enterprise impact
Expertise across program/project, organizational change, and process/CI disciplines
Exceptional executive communication and influence; strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Demonstrated mentorship/people leadership in a matrix or solid ‑ line capacity
Preferred
Postgraduate degree (MBA or related) or advanced certifications
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or MBB; Agile/Scrum expertise
Power Platform proficiency; AI/automation experience
Experience defining/leading a PM/Change/Process COE
Benefits
Medical insurance plans
Dental and vision coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition reimbursement
Employee resource groups
Recognition
Flexible time off plans
Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
Vacation and holiday leave
Company
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201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase