Sr Business Program Manager

Who We Are

Exelon is helping build a more affordable, reliable energy future for the communities we serve. We're looking for people who are ready to make a difference and work together to deliver the energy our customers count on every day.

As a Fortune 200 company and one of the nation's largest utility companies, we have more than 20,000 colleagues who serve nearly 11 million customers through six fully regulated utilities - Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).

Exelon is built by people who put safety first, work together to solve problems and show up every day for our customers and communities. We believe strong teams are built on trust, respect and a shared commitment to high-performance culture. And our commitment to employees includes creating an environment where people can grow, develop new skills and build thriving careers.

We know this work isn't easy. That's why we offer competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is committed to making a difference, improving how we work and delivering for the people who depend on us.

Are you on for the challenge?

Primary Purpose

Develop, manage, and evaluate key projects/programs/initiatives from planning to post implementation phases as required. Develop business plans, project charters, and performance metrics in support of business objectives. Ensure organizational alignment with management models and principles and drive the integration of best practices. Perform various assignments including requests for financial and operational reports, data analysis and modeling, business planning, and/or performance measurement. Coordinate quality assurance and/or change management activities with internal and external personnel. This position will supervise a team of Project Management Analysts supporting multiple projects.

Position may be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.

Primary Duties

• Lead development, implementation, and evaluation of projects, programs, and/or business initiatives. Provide requirements analysis, performance measurement, and quality assurance. Manage scope, schedule, and budget for organizational projects and programs. (20%)

• Coordinate and report on process/project/initiative assignments. Develop performance indicators and tracking mechanisms to monitor and report results. Prepare, review, and analyze reports, controls, and other financial & operational information for specific projects and initiatives. (20%)

• Coordinate work plans to implement corrective actions that are identified as a result of performance assessment. (10%)

• Support the establishment of business plans and objectives across multiple areas / departments. Coordinate with stakeholders on the development of business cases and prioritization of deliverables. (10%)

• Lead change management activities for projects, programs, and initiatives. Develop and implement training of employees and external personnel for new processes and procedures. Develop and implement effective business readiness procedures. (10%)

• Participate in process improvement task forces. Provide benchmarking analysis. Prepare status reports to leadership. (10%)

• Understand business processes and provide guidance for end users. Provide day-to-day client support and conduct diagnostics as necessary to ensure optimal performance. Assist and advise other personnel with responses to internal and external inquiries. (20%)

Job Scope

• This is an individual contributor position that works independently with only general direction, relying on knowledge skills and judgment acquired through education and relevant experience to plan and accomplish assigned tasks and goals. The position regularly mentors less experienced colleagues.

• Direct Reports = 0

• Indirect MAST = 0

• Indirect Craft = 0

• Financial Scope:

• Direct impact on budget is substantial This position has a direct impact on the Company's performance regarding several key indicators operational costs, System Average Interruption Frequency Index (SAIFI), Customer Average Interruption Duration Index (CAIDI) and Customer Satisfaction by managing scope, budget and schedule to within approved parameters, and providing structured and detailed reports to the appropriate Management team. Drives the development of key projects/programs/initiatives to ensure complete and successful implementation. Develops and tracks key milestones. Cost of failure would have a significant impact on Exelon reliability and financial goals.

• This position is also key to maintaining the company's image and good standing with customers, regulators, and shareholders in regards to developing, coordinating, and implementing projects/programs/initiatives that have a direct link to either customer experience, reliability, or the bottom line results of the organization.

• Contacts:

• This position requires interfacing across Exelon Corporation with various levels of personnel in Customer Operations, IT, Regional Operations, Distribution Operations, Transmission Operations, Corporate Security, Communications, Regulatory, and Legal. The ability to build relationships across the organization is critical.

• Will regularly serve as lead for cross-functional and cross company teams responsible for the integration of best practices through the organization. Supports the establishment of business plans and objectives for multiple areas / departments. Develops performance indicators and tracking mechanisms to monitor results.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a business or S.T.E.M. field with 4-7 years of related business experience OR in lieu of bachelor's degree, 6-9 years of related business experience.

• Comprehensive understanding of applicable standards, methods, processes and practices, business fundamentals, and performance metrics in the specific functional area supported by this position (e.g., electric or gas operations, customer service, transmission and substation, distribution system operations, regulatory and external affairs).

• Advanced proficiency in standard software applications (e.g., Microsoft Project, Visio, Excel, & PowerPoint), and relevant specialized business applications (e.g., project portfolio management, requirements/test management, CIS/CRM, customer self-service, telephony, EPS, EAM, work management, & outage management) to support business needs.

• Demonstrated business acumen and ability to create value with strong problem solving, analytical/financial, negotiation, and conflict management skills and a willingness to accept increased responsibilities.

• Demonstrated ability to build consensus, establish trust, meet critical deadlines, communicate effectively, and accept accountability of multiple tasks.

• Customer driven with demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to interact with people of all levels.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement process enhancements and efficiencies including new technology

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or Master's degree in a business or S.T.E.M. field.

• Comprehensive knowledge of the practices, procedures and principles of project management. Ability to analyze complex business processes and systems, interpret and recommend alternative courses of action, and implement intervention strategies to attain performance targets.

• Certification as : Certified Associate in Project Mgmt (CAPM) OR Project Management Professional (PMP) OR Six Sigma Black Belt

• Demonstrated strong analytical skills for project evaluation including analysis of complex projects with economic, financial, risk and decision analysis. Proficient in business case development and ability to effectively present business cases to business unit leadership.

Benefits

• Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $88,800.00/Yr. – $122,100.00/Yr.

• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 15%

• 401(k) match and annual company contribution

• Medical, dental and vision insurance

• Life and disability insurance

• Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave

• Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support

• Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement

• Referral bonus program

• And much more

Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.

Exelon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at [email protected].