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. The Senior Standards Program Manager will leverage expertise to inform the standards development strategy focused on optimization, efficiency, capacity, and impact of safety standards. They will ensure the effective execution of the 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 process, 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 use of UL standards publications.
• Serve as subject matter expert in technical or program area.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders relative to 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 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.

About UL Standards & Engagement

At UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE), we expand the boundaries of safety science to create a more secure and sustainable world. For more than a century, we have created new safety standards and shared our findings with academia, scientists, manufacturers, and policymakers across industries. We identify critical safety and sustainability issues, asking tough questions because we believe a safer world begins with knowledge. Join us and work with our Standards teams who develop the standards required to put that knowledge into practice.

Work Environment

• People: Work with a diverse team of experts respected for their independence and transparency, collaborating across disciplines, organizations, and geographies to build the global scientific response that today’s challenges require.
• Interesting work: Every day is different; we see what’s on the horizon and use our expertise to build the foundations of a safer future. You’ll have the opportunity to push the boundaries of human understanding as part of a team working to advance the public good.
• Grow and achieve: Learn, work, and grow together through targeted development, reward, and recognition programs. Four core values guide our work: collaboration, respect, integrity, and beneficence.

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% contributed into your retirement savings fund after your first year of continuous employment.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days.
• Flexible working arrangements may be available depending on your role.

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 leader with experience executing strategy, setting strategic direction, interpreting, supporting, and executing organizational strategy while effectively translating objectives into actionable plans.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, set expectations, establish and operationalize clear goals, and enforce accountability for both processes and results.
• Excellent communicator and presenter, skilled in conflict mediation, negotiation, and influencing diverse stakeholders.
• Proven capability in establishing effective relationships with others, including 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 9 years of related work experience.
• PMP or relevant project management certification is a plus.

About UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement

UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement are nonprofit organizations dedicated to advancing safety science research through the discovery and application of scientific knowledge. We conduct rigorous independent research and analyze safety data, convene experts worldwide to address risks, share knowledge through safety education and public outreach initiatives, and develop standards to guide safe commercialization of evolving technologies. We foster communities of safety, from grassroots initiatives for neighborhoods to summits of world leaders, employing collaborative and scientific approaches with partners and stakeholders to drive innovation and progress toward improving safety, security, and sustainability, ultimately enhancing societal well-being.

Pay

Salary range: $131,186.31 - $180,381.17