CEC - EBD Single Family Program Manager I
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 9, 2026.
Position Summary
This position is primarily responsible for managing energy efficiency programs with high-level 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. This role will focus on learning all aspects of program management, financial acumen, and strategic direction. The Program Manager I is responsible for program budget oversight, 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
Seeks Senior Leadership support regarding developing and expanding client relationships
Support partner and client contract management process
Establish solid and trusted relationships with client program team
Lead and support company-wide Safety efforts
Orchestrate partnership and work between centralized functions and program staff
Recognize when issues are occurring and seek assistance within program(s)
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 one to two individually ran utility programs
Report out on program performance and financial metrics
Developing financial acumen and program strategy skillset
Support Business Development with providing information on program re-bids, RFP, and client expansions.
Position Requirements
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s in science degree or equivalent required
2 or more years of management experience or 1 or more years of experience in managing energy efficiency programs
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
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
Committed to diversity and inclusion
Licenses & Certifications
Project Management Professional (PMP)- preferred
Travel Requirements
Willingness to travel up to 40%
Compensation & Benefits: Franklin Energy reasonably expects the starting salary for this position to fall between $95,000 to $115,000 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.