Senior Technical Program Manager
EnergyHubSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Utilities, Information TechnologyIndustries
Principal Program Manager - Electric Operations IT
Position Overview
A seasoned Principal Program Manager is sought to support the portfolio of all IT projects that support the Electric Operations team. This role will manage the portfolio of all IT projects supporting Electric Operations, including Distribution, Transmission, and Substation, up through the handoff to Construction. The position also includes select high-profile projects in support of Gas and ongoing Electric Operations.
Key Project Responsibilities
The current key project responsibilities include:
- Substation design engineering (two projects)
- Joint Pole and tenant pole compliance with CPUC Decisions (two projects)
- Integrating grid monitoring sensors into systems of record (GIS; SAP)
- Monitoring health for key substation equipment and predicting potential failures
- Integrated Grid Planning for Electric and Gas: optimizing future investments in the energy grid.
Management and Coordination
This role involves managing project managers for these applications, including:
- Tracking delivery
- Reviewing deliverables
- Ensuring focus remains on business outcomes
- Monitoring financials
- Coordinating with key business project stakeholders.
The portfolio consists of three programs: Electric Work Management; Asset Management; Investment Planning.
Future Demand Forecasting
The role will have a lead role in future year business planning (BPD) for IT work for Electric Operations, Asset Management, and Investment Planning. Responsibilities include:
- Supporting General Rate Case preparation for the IT portfolio for Electric and related future IT work.
- Forecasting ongoing IT support costs for projects once they transition to fully operational.
- Working with business partners to define future IT work they will be requesting.
IT Project Initiation and Contract Management
The Principal Program Manager will handle the IT project initiation process, which includes:
- Funding approval and transfer
- Approval from PROPEL and ELEVATE
- Required assessments and approvals
- Identifying project staffing needs and finding staff.
The role also leads contract activities in support of projects, from initial vendor SOW creation through negotiations (jointly with Sourcing), management approvals, and the mechanics of completing the contract and generating the Purchase Order.
Stakeholder Communication
Extensive communication with more senior management about the portfolio is a key aspect of this position.
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
Information not provided
Salary
Information not provided
Skills
Program Management
Project Management
IT Project Management
Portfolio Management
Electric Operations
Gas Operations
Substation Design
Grid Monitoring
GIS
SAP
Asset Management
Investment Planning
Business Planning
Contract Management
SOW Creation
Vendor Management
Financial Monitoring
Stakeholder Management
Demand Forecasting
Astra
Provides launch services for small satellites
About Astra
Astra provides launch services specifically for small satellites, catering to commercial businesses, government agencies, and research institutions that need reliable access to space. The company operates small, agile rockets designed to transport these satellites into low Earth orbit (LEO). Astra's approach focuses on making space more accessible by reducing the costs and complexities associated with satellite launches, which allows a wider range of customers to utilize their services. Unlike many competitors, Astra emphasizes efficiency and cost-effectiveness in its operations, aiming to meet the growing demand for satellite-based services such as Earth observation and telecommunications. The company's goal is to facilitate more frequent and affordable satellite launches, thereby expanding opportunities for various applications in the space industry.
Alameda, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$291.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
AerospaceIndustries
201-500Employees