All Programs - Program Manager II

Position Summary

This position is primarily responsible for managing multiple or joint energy efficiency programs with limited support from senior leadership.  In this hands-on management role, you will oversee all aspects of an energy program and will work closely with both clients and our energy professionals to achieve client energy efficiency goals and other program objectives.  The Program Manager II is responsible for program budget oversight, comprehensive understanding of the program’s strategic direction, demonstrating financial acumen and a problem solving approach, team development and engagement, vendor and client relationships, and more. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Actively engage in talent management process, including interviewing, resource planning and utilization, engagement planning, performance evaluations, and more  

Provide client communications and reporting  

Oversee program operations to ensure client requirements are met 

Support partner and client contract management process

Establish solid and trusted relationships with client program team,  penetrating client organizations, collaborates with Senior Leadership regarding developing and expanding client, penetrating client organization with solid relationships built

Establish and maintain opportunities for community engagement, such as establishing relationships with community colleges, utilities, condo associations, etc. 

Lead and support company-wide Safety efforts 

Orchestrate partnership and work between centralized functions and program staff

Acting as a company stakeholder by leading and supporting company trainings, development, safety initiatives, and more

Identify and develop talents

Develop and deliver polished and prepared client presentations; responds to client questions with confidence and accuracy

Ensure successful delivery of program goals as indicated in Statement of Work 

Develop and manage production plan for program 

Monitor and manage program budgets to ensure full utilization of funds while meeting or exceeding energy goals 

Prepare monthly invoices and activity reports as required to the client, partner or company management by the requested due date

Managing multiple or joint utility programs

Report out on program performance and financial metrics to make recommendations to the utility and client

Proficient financial acumen and program strategy skillset 

Assisting Business Development with collaboration and sharing of expertise on sector-based program design, program re-bids, and client expansions

Recognize when issues are occurring and take proper steps towards resolution

Position Requirements

Education and Experience

Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience required

Background in engineering, technology or science and experience in working in a technical environment – preferred

Experience in lighting, HVAC, and other technologies installed applications – preferred  

Technical experience in developing and/or reviewing energy savings calculations to determine paybacks and incentive levels for customers – preferred  

4 or more years of management experience or 2 or more years of experience in managing energy efficiency programs

Proven track record of high-level performance in meeting and exceeding expectations and goals

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Proven Leadership in fast paced environment 

Have an ability to prioritize workload and delegate appropriate work assignments to staff 

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written with customers, clients and employees 

Sales or business development background a plus

Ability to analyze and interpret data and solve practical problems 

Sales or business development a plus

Committed to diversity and inclusion

Licenses & Certifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)- preferred

Compensation & Benefits:

Franklin Energy reasonably expects the starting salary for this position to fall between $89,000 and $105,000 annually. The final offer will be determined based on relevant experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, geographic location, and business needs. Franklin Energy offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement benefits; paid time off; paid holidays; and other company-sponsored benefits and programs.

Travel Requirements

Willingness to travel up to 40%