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Lead Program Management Analyst

Job Summary

The Lead Program Management Analyst is a senior individual contributor responsible for driving strategic, enterprise-wide initiatives that support the commercial development of data centers and other large-load growth opportunities, long-term infrastructure planning, and grid modernization efforts. This highly visible role partners with executive leadership to deliver complex, multi-billion-dollar programs that shape the future of the business.

The successful candidate will provide program leadership across a portfolio of high-impact initiatives, establish governance frameworks, influence strategic decision-making, and ensure successful execution through cross-functional collaboration. This role requires a strong blend of strategic thinking, executive communication, program management expertise, and organizational influence.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Program Leadership

• Lead the planning and execution of highly complex, enterprise-wide programs that support large-load growth opportunities, infrastructure expansion, and system modernization initiatives.

• Drive special projects and strategic initiatives that advance key business priorities and support organizational growth objectives.

• Partner with senior leaders across the organization to align program objectives, priorities, and outcomes with enterprise strategy.

Governance & Portfolio Management

• Establish and enhance program governance structures, execution frameworks, performance metrics, and reporting mechanisms to ensure successful program delivery.

• Monitor portfolio performance and provide data-driven recommendations to optimize resources, investments, and business outcomes.

• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks while proactively resolving complex issues and cross-functional dependencies.

Executive Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing strategic insights and recommendations on critical business initiatives.

• Develop and deliver executive-level and Board-ready presentations, business cases, and communications supporting major capital investments and growth opportunities.

• Facilitate decision-making processes among executive stakeholders by translating complex business challenges into actionable strategies.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Lead and influence cross-functional teams across a matrixed organization to drive alignment, accountability, and program success.

• Champion program management best practices, continuous improvement initiatives, and operational excellence.

• Support organizational change management efforts while fostering collaboration and agility across stakeholder groups.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, Finance, or a related field.

• 6+ years of experience in program management, project management, infrastructure planning, utility operations, commercial development, or a related discipline.

• Demonstrated success leading large-scale, cross-functional programs and strategic initiatives with enterprise impact.

• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.

• Experience establishing or managing program governance and portfolio management processes.

• Proven ability to manage complex program risks, competing priorities, and organizational dependencies.

• Exceptional facilitation, negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

• Ability to synthesize complex information and translate business challenges into actionable plans and recommendations.

• Advanced experience developing executive-level presentations, business cases, and Board materials.

• Demonstrated change leadership skills and ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), or comparable certification.

• Experience supporting utility infrastructure, energy, data center development, large capital projects, or commercial growth initiatives.

• Familiarity with portfolio management, capital planning, or enterprise transformation programs.

Why This Role Matters

This role offers a unique opportunity to help shape the future of the energy industry by leading strategic programs that enable large-scale customer growth, modernize critical infrastructure, and support the evolving needs of communities and businesses. You will work directly with senior executives, influence enterprise strategy, and play a key role in delivering some of the organization's most significant and impactful initiatives.