Program Manager - HireTalent - Diversity Staffing & Recruiting Firm : Job Details

Title: Program Manager

Location: 414 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, MN 55401/ 1800 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80202/ 310 Hickory Hills Lane Phillips, WI 54555 (Hybrid- 3 days (Tues-Thurs) in office)

Types of position: Contract

Duration:12 months contacts

Team: Commercial Information Services Team

Job description:

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Program Manager to support customer program evaluations and regulatory research within the energy industry. The role will focus on assessing the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of various customer programs, including demand response, energy efficiency, and electrification. This individual will contribute to the creation of a centralized research library and manage internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of research projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct evaluations of customer programs (residential and commercial), including demand-side management, energy efficiency, and renewable energy offerings
• Perform regulatory research to support program design and changes
• Collaborate with third-party vendors to oversee customer surveys and product research
• Develop and maintain a centralized library of research, including both existing and future customer product offerings
• Act as a point of contact for two other business units involved in the research library project
• Participate in internal and external meetings with vendors and other stakeholders
• Provide analytical insights, including techno-economic analysis, to guide decision-making.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required (master's in public policy or MBA preferred)
• 2-5 years of experience in the energy industry, ideally with customer programs
• Strong analytical skills, particularly in techno-economic analysis
• Familiarity with utility programs, energy efficiency analysis, or regulatory research
• Experience working with third-party vendors to conduct customer surveys and research

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) for data analysis and presentations
• Ability to manage research documentation and track project progress

Soft Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong relationship management and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Self-starter with the ability to identify and solve problems proactively
• Strong organizational and project management skills

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.