Sr. Program Manager: Energy

Aquent has partnered with a global leader in sustainable energy solutions to find a dynamic and driven professional ready to power the future of clean energy. In this high-impact role, you will be at the heart of executing cutting-edge energy programs, bridging the gap between innovative technology and real-world deployment. By driving cross-functional alignment and bringing operational rigor to complex initiatives, your work will directly accelerate the transition to sustainable energy, shaping how customers interact with next-generation power solutions.

About the Opportunity

Our client is transforming the energy landscape by developing scalable, customer-focused energy ecosystem products and services. As a key orchestrator across product, engineering, software, and operations teams, you will turn technical complexity into clear, structured execution. This is an exciting opportunity to lead high-visibility initiatives, manage critical external partnerships, and establish the operational rhythms that will define the future of energy technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day execution and operational performance of complex energy programs and projects across internal teams and external partners.
• Establish and maintain robust operating rhythms, governance forums, decision logs, integrated plans, and escalation paths to ensure seamless execution.
• Monitor program milestones, launch readiness, performance metrics, and customer-impacting issues to drive proactive mitigation plans.
• Translate complex technical and operational data into clear, concise presentations and status updates for stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Manage strategic relationships with external partners, vendors, and manufacturers, overseeing performance reviews and risk management.
• Collaborate with customer experience and support teams to transform user feedback into continuous product and operational improvements.
• Track dependencies across software releases, hardware capabilities, and product roadmaps to ensure cohesive launches.

What You'll Need to Succeed (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Energy Systems, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Operations, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience managing complex, cross-functional programs, project delivery, or post-launch execution within the energy, automotive, or technology sectors.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive alignment across diverse stakeholders without direct authority.
• Proficiency with industry-standard program and project management tools such as Jira, Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of assessing risks, interpreting performance data, and developing practical solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level reporting and structured meeting facilitation.

Bonus Points (Preferred Qualifications)

• 7+ years of experience managing large-scale programs in highly complex, cross-functional environments.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science, or an advanced degree in Business, Energy, Operations, or Engineering.
• Extensive experience managing external vendors, service providers, technology partners, or implementation teams.