Principal, Program Manager - Technology Strategy & Enterprise Integration (Flexible location)

Team: IT

Location: US

Commitment: Full-time

Workplace Type: remote

Accountabilities

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with enterprise programs and partners across asset knowledge management, data and analytics, IT, enterprise AI, risk management, and related functions.

• Translate asset management needs into clear business, data, technology, and integration requirements while engaging enterprise initiatives early.

• Develop and maintain data strategies covering data foundations, quality, governance, AI/ML readiness, and effective use of enterprise data capabilities.

• Lead initiatives that improve decision-support tools for maintenance prioritization and work bundling, with a focus on maximizing risk reduction and operational value.

• Guide the adoption and effective use of enterprise AI/ML tools, including identifying high-value applications and coaching team members on their use.

• Partner with enterprise data and analytics teams to guide the development and adoption of data products, analytics solutions, and visualization tools.

• Collaborate with major infrastructure and technology programs to influence requirements, architecture, data definitions, and design decisions while ensuring successful integration and adoption.

• Lead feasibility assessments, business case development, project scoping, solution evaluation, delivery strategies, and prioritization of major initiatives.

• Establish program goals, performance metrics, and priorities while maintaining alignment with broader organizational objectives.

• Provide strategic updates and recommendations to senior leadership and executive stakeholders.

• Lead cross-functional and cross-utility project teams and influence industry, regulatory, and technology decisions.

• Serve as a recognized subject matter expert in relevant forums and contribute to regulatory and industry discussions.

• Anticipate complex challenges, develop innovative solutions, and provide strategic leadership on high-impact initiatives.

• Coach and mentor less experienced employees while strengthening organizational capabilities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.

• 10+ years of relevant professional experience or equivalent expertise.

• Advanced degree, such as an MBA, is preferred.

• Strong understanding of complex systems, enterprise data infrastructure, and technology-enabled strategic decision-making.

• Experience with large datasets, data strategy, data governance, and the management, training, or application of AI and/or large language models.

• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analytics is preferred.

• Proven ability to lead large, complex, cross-functional programs and technology deployments.

• Strong project and program management capabilities, with PMP certification preferred.

• Ability to develop compelling business cases using complex business environments, data, and stakeholder inputs.

• Strong understanding of energy and/or electric utility industry processes, regulatory requirements, strategic priorities, and operational challenges is preferred.

• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence senior leaders and cross-functional partners.

• Ability to address complex or sensitive issues with diplomacy, tact, and sound judgment.

• Willingness and ability to travel periodically as required.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of approximately $137,000–$232,000 annually for California locations.

• Bay Area salary range of approximately $144,000–$244,000 annually.

• Eligibility for discretionary incentive compensation programs.

• Hybrid work model with flexibility to work remotely and/or from an assigned company location based on business needs and candidate preference.

• Opportunity to lead high-impact technology, data, AI/ML, and enterprise integration initiatives.

• Significant exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional enterprise programs.

• Opportunities to influence strategic decisions affecting grid safety, resilience, reliability, and customer service.

• Coaching and mentoring opportunities within a strategic, data-driven environment.

• Occasional conference travel and participation in industry and regulatory forums.