Job Description

Senior Program Manager, Strategic Project Development (hybrid)

04/28/2023

Locations: Westwood, Massachusetts; Hartford, Connecticut; Manchester, New Hampshire

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This is a hybrid role with the first three months in the office.

Eversource is looking for a Senior Program Manager, Strategic Project Development to support Transmission. This role is responsible for advancing major and strategic projects throughout Transmission by implementing cross-functional leadership throughout the company and executing on the capital plan while adhering to core business synergies. The role will include development of comprehensive strategies for advancing strategic projects, including internal analytics, external communications and stakeholder relationship building in collaboration with other teams to support the company’s role as the leading provider of Transmission. You will be expected to work collaboratively and coordinate with all relevant departments within the Company including System Planning, Engineering, Siting, Outreach, Regulatory, Legal and Project Management.

Essential Functions:

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.
Maintains familiarity with current and upcoming policies and programs that could facilitate Transmission Development.
Coordinates discussions to advance Major Transmission Projects
Works with the Director to develop metrics by which to evaluate the success of transmission projects and continue to track the progress.
Facilitates discussions with key stakeholders to assure alignment and key information exchange; focuses on collaboration internally and externally.
Develops project schedules and budgets in the conceptual phase prior to execution.
Interacts regularly with Regulatory Affairs, Environmental Affairs, and Energy Efficiency to develop concept plan.
Assists with representing Eversource Transmission on committees, groups, associations, or other efforts consistent with their Projects.
Develops business case to pursue concepts or unique strategies.
Coordinates with various business units to identify and advance projects and Company initiatives.
Represents Eversource Transmission at public meetings, regulatory hearings, town hall meetings and any special meetings that may occur.
Assists as needed for any stakeholder outreach meetings and discussions.
Engages with internal stakeholders to solicit input and involvement as needed and to provide education on Strategic Project Development.
Ensures that all strategic solutions are vetted in a manner consistent with the Company’s safety and procurement policies and programs.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

Ability to develop and present reports within the organization.
Strong computer and analytical skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to make decisions in a timely manner
Project management experience required
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a variety of audiences internally and externally

Education:

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

Experience:

Minimum of 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 salary range for this position starts at $125,780 and the market rate is $139,750 plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience. Check out the career site for a fill list of benefits.

Licenses & Certifications:

Valid Driver’s license is required

Working Conditions:

Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

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Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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Vaccination Information:

Eversource requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by their first day of employment. If you have any concerns regarding compliance with this requirement, you will need to discuss your concerns with Eversource’s HR department after you have been made a conditional offer of employment. Eversource does not require applicants to discuss vaccination status prior to receipt of a conditional offer of employment and complies with all applicable laws.

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

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Overview

Eversource currently operates more than 4,270 circuit miles of transmission lines, 72,000 pole miles of distribution lines, 578 substations, 449,737 distribution transformers and 11,683 miles of natural gas distribution pipelines across our service territory. As an integral member of our transmission team, you'll work in a dynamic and collaborative environment to identify business opportunities and balance risk-mitigation strategies to drive our growth.

Culture

Our goal is to remain the best energy company in the nation, and to be the first with carbon-neutral operations by 2030.

We will achieve this by valuing the diversity of employees who bring different perspectives to the table. We are committed to :

Creating an inclusive workplace where all employees, customers and stakeholders are respected and valued.
Leveraging the talent, unique perspectives, cultural and life experiences of every employee to ensure our continued success .
Attracting, developing and retaining a diverse workforce that can work together to meet the changing needs of the customers we serve while delivering reliable energy and superior customer service.

Success Profile

What makes a successful Transmission team member?

Check out the top traits we're looking for and see if you have the right mix.

Collaborative
Customer Focus
Team Player
Adaptable
Detail Oriented
Positive

Employee Quotes

Nicole, Siting and
Construction Services
Specialist

Meet Nicole

Mom, community volunteer, and one of our Siting and Construction Services Specialists. On any given day you can find Nicole providing reliability project updates to community leaders and town officials, connecting with local residents and business owners at an open house, or sharing her experience working at Eversource with students at a college career fair. “I'm glad to help the communities we serve,” said Nicole. “It's empowering to be part of a team that's working on projects to improve reliability for our customers while modernizing the grid.”

Alexia, Siting and
Construction Specialist

Meet Alexia

Alexia joined the Eversource team in Massachusetts as a Siting and Construction Specialist at the beginning of the year and she's really hit the ground running. Alexia reviews work the company is doing on Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard, and partners with other members of the team to develop creative community solutions for our reliability and battery storage projects. She's inspired by the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and her encouraging message to young women, “Fight for the things that you care about, but do it in a way that will lead others to join you.”

Julia, Associate
Transmission Development
Program

Meet Julia

“In the Transmission Development Program, I have the opportunity to explore different aspects of the energy industry and the future of this industry. I currently guide project teams through engineering, design, siting, permitting and construction of both substation and line projects. I have the opportunity to understand the process of how energy is bought and sold, and I participate in conversations with customers about construction on transmission lines. Graduating, with a business degree, I never thought I would be working in the energy industry but this program and has given me an understanding and appreciation of the way energy systems work. The people at Eversource Energy are willing and ready to help you develop as a young professional and grow into your career.”

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