Expert Program Manager

Pay Rate: $80-$120 per hour Duration: 12 Months Location: San Ramon, CA Work Mode: Hybrid Responsibilities: Help define scope and objectives of pilot projects Support project planning and permitting Align on roles and responsibilities with partners and relevant cross-functional teams Maintain ongoing communications cadence with partner organizations Identify, analyze, and address project performance issues Ensure quality of project delivery, troubleshooting with pilot partners as needed Track and review project deliverables Communicate project status to wildfire resilience partnerships team Coordinate partner projects with company operations as needed Assess project risk and develop contingency plans; identify and communicate lessons learned and best practices Manage technical implementation plan across projects Coordinate and participate in field visits Support financial forecasting and budget development Support implementation of new project valuation methodologies as needed Support development and recruitment of matching funding sources for partnership projects as needed Requirements: 6-8 years of experience managing portfolio of related or relevant experience Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business Experience leading or supporting programs, initiatives, or portfolios within operations, strategy, or operational excellence functions Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams or initiatives simultaneously Experience working in a cross-functional, matrixed environment with operations and business stakeholders Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience supporting leadership-level updates and decision-making Preferred Skills: Background in wildfire, forestry, and/or climate PMP Certifications Ability to work effectively with senior staff members and management Ability to effectively collaborate with external regulatory, governmental, business, or customer groups