Senior Program Manager, Strategic Project Development (Hybrid Schedule)

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About the role

Eversource is seeking a Senior Program Manager, Strategic Project Development, Transmission based in Westwood, MA.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for all aspects of a portfolio of strategic Massachusetts Electric Sector Modernization Plan (ESMP) transmission line and substation projects from early-stage development to hand off to Project Management Organization (prior to traditional project lifecycle)
• Oversees a cross-functional project team including, System Planning, Engineering, Siting, Real Estate, Legal, Project Management, Engagement, Regulatory Affairs, Environmental Affairs, and other internal stakeholders to establish and organize ongoing development plan
• Ensures that all strategic solutions are vetted in a manner consistent with the Company’s safety and procurement policies and programs
• Works with the appropriate departments to develop schedules and budget of ESMP strategic projects in early-stage development and is responsible for the implementation, prior to execution
• Supports development and documentation of Company Policies related to development and execution of strategic transmission projects addressing items such a feasibility, planning, siting, permitting, construction, etc.
• Focus on both internal and external collaboration
• Maintains familiarity with current and upcoming Policies and Programs that could facilitate Transmission Development
• Works with the Manager/Director to develop metrics by which to evaluate the success of transmission projects and continue to track project-level and ESMP program progress; and collaborates with other Program Managers and Senior Program Managers within Strategic Project Development team when needed
• Facilitates discussions with key stakeholders to assure alignment and key information exchange to advance Strategic Transmission Projects
• Ensures Manager and Director of Strategic Project Development are briefed regularly on the status of job responsibilities for the development of strategic projects and status of action items

Technical Knowledge/Skills

• Project management experience required
• Understanding in onshore development of electric infrastructure projects, such as solar or wind
• Ability to develop and present reports within the organization
• Strong computer and analytical skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment across multiple subject matters, such as permitting, engineering, real estate, interconnection, finance, community engagement
• Ability to take in multidisciplinary pieces of early-stage project development and make decisions in a timely manner
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a variety of audiences internally and externally
• Demonstrated interest in ongoing learning and process improvement
• Interest in progressing the State’s electrification efforts in advancement of Massachusetts’ clean energy and climate goals

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (i.e., engineering, environmental, renewable energy), business discipline, related degree, or equivalent experience
• Masters, law, or other related advanced degree desirable

Experience

• Ten (10) years of related experience, including successful project development
• Experience developing competitive infrastructure projects and knowledge of electric transmission and distribution systems preferred

Compensation and Benefits

• Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.
• The annual salary range for this position is: $137,170.00-$152,410.00
• This position is eligible for a potential incentive.

Working Conditions

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Our working schedule is first 90 days in the office and then hybrid