Senior Standards Program Manager (Combustion, Cable and Conduit)

This is a hybrid opportunity based in Evanston, IL; Raleigh-Durham, NC; or Ottawa, Canada.

About the role

The Senior Standards Program Manager for Combustion, Cable and Conduit (CCC) will support a diverse portfolio of standards and lead the execution of our standards development and maintenance process to advance the mission of UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE) to make the world safer, more secure, and sustainable. You will leverage expertise to inform the standards development strategy focused on optimization, efficiency, capacity, and impact of safety standards. The role ensures the effective execution of processes for developing and maintaining high-quality standards while providing oversight and guidance to standards team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of standard development, including identifying needs, creating, revising, approving, and publishing standards.
• Manage multiple projects to ensure successful execution aligned with organizational goals.
• Drive the integration of safety standards and requirements into relevant end-product and services standards, and advocate for the use of UL standards publications.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in technical or program areas.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders relative to the assigned portfolio, actively engage external stakeholders, and represent the organization through presentations, technical committees, panel discussions, and publications.
• Develop and implement technical program strategic plans, processes, communication systems, information systems, and performance measurement systems.
• Scope and lead end-to-end project plans.
• Troubleshoot and address complex and undefined issues impacting broad areas of the standards development organization, and lead process improvement within cross-functional partnerships.
• Continuously monitor the performance and status of standards within the portfolio.
• Identify opportunities for program expansion, ensure the continuous evolution and relevance of safety standards, and create capacity for new high-impact standards.
• Represent ULSE in stakeholder bodies within specific industry sectors or categories.
• Lead collaborative efforts and consensus-building to advance safety standards initiatives.
• Lead technical committee chairs and multiple standards teams with complex workstreams that span one or more program areas.
• Provide oversight, guidance, coaching, and training to junior and seasoned team members.
• Cultivate a collaborative environment to ensure the team’s success in the effective execution of standards activities.
• Maintain continued awareness of industry trends and external context related to the portfolio, offering insight to inform strategic decisions and direction of the standards development function.
• Contribute to department initiatives as needed.

What you’ll experience working at UL Standards & Engagement

• People: Work with a diverse team of experts respected for their independence and transparency, collaborating across disciplines, organizations, and geographies.
• Interesting work: Push the boundaries of human understanding as part of a team working to advance the public good, with every day offering new challenges.
• Grow and achieve: Learn, work, and grow together through targeted development, reward, and recognition programs.
• Values: Four core values guide our work: collaboration, respect, integrity, and beneficence. By living these values, we inspire trust and foster partnerships.

Requirements

• Demonstrated advanced-level knowledge in program management, with expertise to lead, mentor, and manage the execution of processes or projects within a technical or program area.
• Established leadership experience executing strategy, setting strategic direction, and translating objectives into actionable plans.
• Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, set expectations, establish clear goals, and enforce accountability for processes and results.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with proficiency in conflict mediation, negotiation, and influencing diverse stakeholders.
• Proven capability in establishing effective relationships with senior leaders and external stakeholders.
• Experience fostering collaboration and partnership with cross-functional teams to develop solutions with broad impact.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to innovate and adapt in a dynamic industry landscape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 9 years of related work experience.
• PMP or relevant project management certification is a plus.

Benefits

• All employees are eligible for bonus compensation.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• Generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay, with an additional 4% contribution into your retirement savings fund after your first year of continuous employment.
• Flexible working arrangements may be available depending on your role.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days.

Pay

Salary range: $131,186.31–$180,381.17