Program Manager
5 days ago
Oakland
Job Description:\n\n*OPEN TO LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY, NO C2C * Req ID: Sedaa-3755 Req Title: Project Management AnalystLocation: Oakland CA Hybrid) Pay Range: 70k to 805k annually Description: ONLY LOCAL CANDIDATES CURRENTLY LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY The role requires on-site presence Tues, Weds, Thurs. Hybrid – Remote Monday & Friday, On-Site in Oakland General Office Tues, Weds, Thurs 8-5pm EQUIPMENT: Candidate needs to provide personal laptop (or vendor provided), Windows or Mac, for 1-3 weeks until PG&E laptop is available. For home office, Candidate needs to provide own equipment or vendor to provide. TOP THINGS: 1) Ability to manage large amounts of detailed information from multiple sources regarding 1,000 member team – will need strong Excel skills. 2) Ability to facilitate meetings and in-person 1:1 with people from various parts of the organization to gather & manage resource changes. Excellent verbal communication skills. 3) Ability to produce summarized tables, charts, graphs, for leadership team reporting. Analytical mind. Project Management Office (PMO) Analyst PG&E’s “Propel” program is a multi-year major business and IT transformation initiative with the primary objective of moving from SAP’s ECC version to a ‘greenfield, clean-core’ SAP S/4 HANA version for Finance, Human Resources, Environmental Health Safety, Supply Chain, Work & Asset Management. The PMO works collaboratively with leaders and others across the entire Program to forecast, manage, status, and mitigate issues with cost, schedule, resources, methodology and tools supporting several hundred internal and external resources. The Program is now entering its third year and transitioning from enterprise to detail design for the first of four major deployments. It is scheduled to complete in 2031. Key responsibilities of the PMO Analyst (focus will be Resource Management): The Propel Program Management Office (PMO) Controls Analyst is responsible for a variety of activities around developing, maintaining, managing and reporting on resource plans to execute Propel. This role is responsible for working with the PG&E Propel leadership team, the System Implementation (SI) partner, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC), SAP consulting, and others to plan and manage the project staff - current focus is on Release 1 and then will be for subsequent releases 2-4. There are over 1,000 positions being tracked as part of Propel which are being sourced by approximately 10 different internal and external companies. • Resource Management: Manage the project’s staffing plan estimates through engaging various teams to confirm existing members, forecast the type of resources needed, record changes up or down, clarify timing, and use change control processes if those plans change significantly. May be involved with collaborating with Contract Management team to validate adherence to staffing contracts. • Partner with the Portfolio On-Boarding/Off-Boarding Team: Provide on-boarding/off-boarding forecasts on a regular basis to help manage workloads. Develop summarized status reporting of on-boarding requests for resources currently in progress. • Resource Reporting: Work with Team leaders to report current and forecasted staffing levels at a leadership team level. • Collaborate with Financial Team: Provide detailed analysis of resource changes for accurate financial forecasting of Propel’s spend on a monthly basis. • Data Analysis: Utilize various data sources to analyze and report data as needed. • Meeting Facilitation: Schedule and facilitate resource management meetings using various materials to communicate and gather resource statuses to the various Propel teams. • Support PMO Director as needed – Given dynamic nature of SAP implementations, support any number of asks of the PMO from the leadership and others as required. Proficiency/Required Skills: • Written and Oral Communication Skills – Ability to works effectively with personnel at all levels, summarize complex topics, engage with people from a variety of parts of the organization. • Excel – managing multiple, large spreadsheets. Using filters, hide/unhide, freeze panes, producing graphs. • MS-Office suite: PowerPoint, Outlook, Calendar, TEAMS, Excel and Word. Work Experience: • 3+ years of experience in similar role in a Program Management Office – ideally on large Software programs and/or SAP Project. *OPEN TO LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY, NO C2C *** Job # 1 Details Req ID: Sedaa-3710 Req Title: Program Manager, Senior Location: San Ramon, CA (Hybrid) Pay Range: 120k to 140k annually Description: ONLY LOCAL CANDIDATES CURRENTLY RESIDING IN BAY AREA/WORK LOCATION-SAN RAMON. ASSIGNMENT IS MOSTLY REMOTE HOWEVER SOME INSTANCES WILL NEED TO BE ON-SITE FOR COLLABORATION SESSIONS. MOSTLY THESE WILL BE HELD IN BAY AREA HOWEVER MAY BE AS FAR AS ROCKLIN, CA. Bay Area office Locations. Periodically though rare to Sacramento. TOP THINGS LOOKING FOR: 1. Strong Leadership, Planning and Communication Skills 2. Strategic Thinking and Problem-Solving Abilities 3. Adaptability and resourcefulness Responsibilities:Completes moderate to complex problems and takes a new perspective on existing solutions plan and goals.Works independently on most issues.Provides direction on overall program plan and goals.Responsible for most/all deliverables within the program implementation plan.Initiates assigned pilots or process improvements from start to finish.Collaborate cross functionally to solve problems gather information and host working sessionsCommunicates findings and recommendations to various levels of management.Develops budget forecasts, conducts analysis in support of identifying budget variances and develops solutions to address.Develops new and ad-hoc reports, summarizes findings and recommendations and provides business insight. Education:Bachelor degree or equivalent experience Experience:6 years of related experience or equivalent Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities DesiredAdvanced knowledge of Program/Project ManagementAbility to communicate findings and recommendations to various levels of management.Ability to effectively manage multiple projects with demanding time constraints.Knowledge and understanding of business drivers.Demonstrated ability to manage or direct teamsAbility to work within a Regulatory environmentAbility to assess and recommend solutions for assigned projectsKnowledge of energy industry applications to local level customers, including energy issues, customer energy efficiency applications, and general customer information. DesiredPrimarily office environment with extensive use of personal computers, telephone conversations, conference calls and in person meetings.Travel may be required. Technical Proficiency:Project/Program Management Methodologies, Consulting Skills, Project Management skills, Lean, Proficient in Operational Monitoring & Analysis, Advocacy and Persuasion, Presentation Skills Job # 2 Details Job ID: Sedaa3658 Job Title: Program Manager, Senior Location: Oakland, CA (Hybrid) Pay Range: 120k to 140k annually Description: ONLY LOCAL CANDIDATES CURRENTLY RESIDING IN BAY AREA NEAR WORK LOCATION-OAKLAND GO. ASSIGNMENT IS HYBRID AND WILL BE REQUIRED ON-SITE AT OAKLAND OFFICE UP TO 3 DAYS PER WEEK. WITH MANAGER PRIOR APPROVAL A PRE-DETERMINED AMOUNT FOR CELL AND INTERNET CAN BE REIMBURSED MONTHLY. We are seeking an experienced communication professional to serve as Sr. Program Manager responsible for overseeing and continuously improving the daily execution of corrective action tracking, monitoring, and reporting within Electric Compliance and Risk. This role ensures that all corrective actions are managed efficiently and transparently, supporting compliance, operational performance, and ongoing process enhancement. The Sr. Program Manager collaborates with cross-functional teams to maintain real-time visibility of corrective action status, drive timely closure, and deliver high-quality reporting to leadership. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of corrective actions —including the hierarchy of controls—as well as concepts of containment and countermeasures, ensuring corrective actions are prioritized, tracked for effectiveness, and that processes are regularly evaluated and refined for greater impact and sustainability. TOP THINGS LOOKING FOR: 1. Proven Experience in Compliance, Corrective Action Management, and Process Improvement Look for candidates with at least 7+ years in compliance, process improvement, or program management ideally within regulated environments. Experience managing corrective action programs and driving process improvement initiatives is critical. 2. Experience applying concepts of containment (short-term risk control) and countermeasures (long-term solutions) in corrective action management and reporting. 3. Familiarity with Compliance Frameworks and Regulatory Bodies 4. Look for familiarity with frameworks such as FSG, COSO, NIST, SOX, and regulatory bodies like CPUC, FERC, and WECC. Certifications such as CCEP, Lean Six Sigma, and PMP are highly valued. TOP SKILL SETS LOOKING FOR IN A CANDIDATE: Technical ExpertiseStrong Project and Program Management: Corrective Action Tracking & Reporting: Experience with dashboards, scorecards, and real-time monitoring of corrective actions.Process Improvement: Demonstrated ability to assess and improve corrective action management processes, implement best practices, and drive continuous improvement.Data Storytelling & Visualization: Skilled in preparing executive-ready presentations, layered visuals, and summarizing key trends and risks for leadership forums.Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of compliance frameworks and regulatory requirements. Experience supporting audit and regulatory reporting. Soft SkillsCollaboration & Facilitation: Ability to partner with cross-functional teams, coordinate sessions, and act as a trusted advisor for leadership.Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, especially in translating technical data into actionable insights for diverse audiences.Problem Solving & Risk Mitigation: Strong ability to classify and prioritize corrective actions based on risk mitigation effectiveness, and to drive consensus on corrective actions.Continuous Learning & Adaptability: Commitment to ongoing training in communication strategy, change management, and utility industry best practices.Industry Best Practices (External Guidance)Recent industry guidance for program manager roles also emphasizes:Quantifying impact (metrics in achievements)Cross-functional agility and stakeholder alignmentStrategic thinking and visionary leadershipMasterful communication and inspirational leadershipAstute problem solving and risk managementFinancial savvy and time management Key Responsibilities Daily Monitoring & Process ImprovementTrack the status of all corrective actions from initiation through closure, updating records in real time.Review dashboards and scorecards daily to monitor overdue actions, completion rates, and progress against targets.Validate data accuracy and consistency before publishing reports or dashboards.Conduct reviews of new findings, audit results, and self-reports to anticipate potential corrective actions.Follow up with action owners to ensure timely updates and resolution, escalating overdue or at-risk items as needed.Maintain clear documentation of corrective action metrics, definitions, and reporting standards.Continuously assess and improve corrective action management processes, identifying inefficiencies and implementing best practices to enhance effectiveness, transparency, and sustainability. Reporting DeliverablesPrepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly status reports summarizing corrective action progress, overdue items, and completion rates.Develop executive-ready presentations for leadership forums, including layered visuals and summaries of key trends, risks, and opportunities. Maintain dashboards and scorecards that provide real-time visibility into corrective action status, trends, and effectiveness.Report on effectiveness of corrective actions, including metrics such as closure rates, recurrence rates, and impact on compliance performance.Document lessons learned and share best practices across teams to drive continuous improvement.Support audit and regulatory reporting requirements by providing timely, accurate documentation of corrective action status and outcomes. Collaboration & FacilitationPartner with Compliance, Governance, Operations, and other teams to gather and synthesize corrective action data.Coordinate cross-functional sessions to align on priorities, next steps, and escalation of overdue actions.Act as a trusted advisor for leadership on corrective action performance, risk posture, and process improvement opportunities. Qualifications Minimum:BA/BS in Business, Analytics, Engineering, or related field.7+ years of experience in project and program management, compliance, process improvement, or performance reporting.Experience managing and improving corrective action programs in a regulated environment.Proven ability to understand and drive collaboration and synergy across organizations and teams.Proven ability to translate data into actionable insights and communicate effectively with senior leadership.Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent credential.Familiarity with compliance frameworks (FSG, COSO, NIST, SOX) and regulatory bodies (CPUC, FERC, WECC). Desired:Proficiency in Power BI/Tableau and advanced presentation tools.Skilled in data storytelling for diverse audiences, including senior leadership.Lean Six Sigma Certification.Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) or equivalent compliance certification.Demonstrated understanding of controls and the hierarchy of controls, including how to classify and prioritize corrective actions based on risk mitigation effectiveness.Experience applying concepts of containment (short-term risk control) and countermeasures (long-term solutions) in corrective action management and reporting.Ability to distinguish and report on both containment and countermeasures, ensuring both are tracked for effectiveness and lessons learned are shared across the organization.Proven track record of driving process improvement initiatives in corrective action management, leveraging best practices and continuous feedback. *OPEN TO US CANDIDATES ONLY*** Job# 3 Request Title: Strategic Project & Business Consultant – Marketing Operations Location: PA, USA (Fully Remote) JOB ID: 78261 Pay Range - 40k/Annum - 75k/Annum Description: We are hiring experienced consultants to support our Business AI Marketing team. 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