Senior Program Manager

Resource Innovations

Senior Program Manager at Resource Innovations managing energy efficiency programs in Chicago. Leading project execution, client relationships, and program design with cross-functional teams.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $92,500 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the development of program design including the creation of work plans to meet goals, aligning staff assignments, managing program to goal, and providing accurate forecasting both internally and to clients.
Coordinate the delivery of successful large-budget energy efficiency programs to utility client(s) per contract terms and program budgets.
Identify, define, quantify, track, and drive program deliverables to be submitted accurately and on time.
Continuously assess project progress to goal and develop innovative and creative solutions to new issues and/or market dynamics.
Manage subcontractors, community partners, and other industry affiliates/stakeholders.
Manage client expectations, satisfaction, and communications by resolving and/or escalating client issues.
Interface with key internal departments such as IT, Marketing, Finance, and HR to develop efficiencies to meet program needs.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business, energy, engineering, or related field of study.
A minimum of 5+ years’ experience in energy-efficiency or a related field.
Proven success in developing and implementing project scopes, budgets, and plans.
Ability and experience in short- and long-range planning and strategy.
Previous contract development and negotiation experience.
Excellent project and program management skills.
Proficient in establishing job and work process flows.
Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task while consistently meeting deadlines with accuracy and within budget.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent listening and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salaries based on skills, experience, and qualifications
Discretionary annual bonus eligibility
Three weeks of paid vacation annually
Paid holidays
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Commuter benefits
Additional supplemental offerings

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementprogram managementbudget developmentcontract negotiationenergy efficiencywork process flowsforecastingplanningscope developmentmulti-tasking

Soft Skills

communicationinterpersonal skillslistening skillsdetail orientedproblem solvingclient managementteam coordinationstakeholder managementstrategic planningcreativity

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree