Manager Strategic Initiatives

Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., providing reliable energy to nearly 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation’s most fuel-efficient, cost-effective power generation fleets and industry-leading reliability, we’re redefining what’s possible in energy.

About the role

The Manager Strategic Initiatives role involves working as a core team member of the corporate strategic projects group. Projects focus on solving complex problems and improving operating performance across a range of business areas, from renewable energy (wind, solar, and battery) to corporate support functions. The strategic projects group works as an internal consulting organization, tackling high-visibility, high-impact topics for both NextEra Energy Resources (the #1 renewable developer in the US) and Florida Power & Light (one of the nation’s best-run vertically integrated utilities). Project timelines typically run 2–6 months. The role partners with senior executives to identify and solve key business challenges, conduct analysis, define solutions, and help prepare the business for implementation. This position serves as a key talent pipeline for NextEra Energy, with high-performing team members frequently transitioning to leadership roles in various business units.

Responsibilities

• Quickly understand business unit operating models and issues
• Supervise 2- to 3-person project teams
• Develop hypotheses and solutions grounded in solid data analysis
• Work collaboratively with business leaders and operators to guide and influence outcomes
• Prepare and communicate recommendations through PowerPoint to NextEra executives
• Provide thought leadership and execution support on client assignments to craft strategy
• Conduct client and market development to grow the business
• Consult with clients to identify, clarify, and solve problems critical to strategy and operating success
• Develop conclusions and recommendations, write reports, assist in client presentations, and provide implementation assistance
• Construct analytical frameworks and work steps for each assignment, leading the problem-solving process
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s Degree
• 8+ years of relevant experience
• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems with deeply thought-out solutions
• Strong financial analysis and executive presentation skills
• Proven leadership in building trust and taking responsibility for project outcomes
• High level of comfort with fast-paced and constantly evolving environments
• Intellectual curiosity and ability to learn new topics quickly
• Highly organized and deadline-driven
• Expertise in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel

Benefits

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support employees and their eligible family members.

Relocation assistance is provided, if applicable.