Project & Program Manager – Backup Power Solutions
Location:
Hybrid (onsite Monday–Thursday) - San Diego, CA
Duration:
12-months, potential to extend
Pay Range:$55-61/hr
Core Hours:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
This role manages programs within a leading utility company's Wildfire Mitigation Program (WMP), part of the General Rate Case (GRC) and regulated by the CA Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety (OEIS) and the CPUC. The Project & Program Manager advances backup power solutions for sensitive critical facilities in the high fire threat district, overseeing customer engagement, installation, financial management, vendor management, and compliance/regulatory and legal/risk management. The role also maintains ongoing oversight of completed Community Resource Center (CRC) projects, which use company-provided backup power to remain energized during PSPS outages as required by CPUC mandates, and supports integration of new technologies advancing distributed energy resource management and grid utilization.
Job Responsibilities:
In this role, you will manage and direct multiple medium to large-sized projects within the Backup Power Solutions program. Key responsibilities include:
Essential Job Duties and Job Functions:
- Manage and direct multiple medium to large-sized projects within the department, from scoping through completion, including timelines, cost estimates, design, vendor management, and risk management
- Develop and maintain project requirement parameters, including tracking and issue management
- Provide direction to contractors, consultants, and project teams
- Coordinate input and participation across departments to meet project objectives and resolve issues for successful outcomes
- Analyze and determine regulatory impacts and requirements of each project
- Build business cases and justifications for projects designed to improve business processes and efficiency
- Set team/project goals and evaluate performance
- Research and evaluate available contractors and consultants
- Prepare, negotiate, and approve or recommend approval of contracts and contract changes
- Manage related budget analysis and prepare budget forecasts
- Provide high-level leadership and direction for large-scale, complex projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategic priorities
- Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, managing budgets, timelines, risks, and resources to achieve desired outcomes
- Drive cross-functional collaboration, building consensus among stakeholders across departments and external partners
- Anticipate and mitigate potential project risks and challenges, implementing solutions to maintain project momentum
- Deliver regular updates and presentations to senior leadership on project progress and key milestones
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives, integrating innovative methodologies and technologies to enhance project delivery
- Oversee adherence to quality standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices throughout project execution
- May be called upon to testify before, or prepare supporting documentation for, government agencies concerning cost estimates
Knowledge and Skills:
- Demonstrated project management strengths — organized, planful, resourceful, and action-oriented
- Diplomatic and strategic in dealing with sensitive customers and regulators
- Detail-oriented when handling contracts, budgets, invoices, and plans
- Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks affecting utility infrastructure projects
- Ability to manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts effectively
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presenting to senior leadership
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree required
- Level II: 2–5 years of relevant project/program management experience
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