Associate Program Manager

Role Description

We are looking for a talented individual to support the successful delivery of client programs as an Associate Program Manager at CLEAResult, the North American leader in the design and implementation of Demand Side Management (DSM) programs for energy utility clients.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure programs are executed on time, on budget, within scope, and aligned with client expectations.
• Contribute to financial oversight, operational execution, and continuous program improvement while gaining experience managing increasingly complex initiatives.
• Support the management of client programs across all phases, including planning, implementation, and closeout.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (engineering, marketing, software development, operations, analytics) to ensure successful program delivery.
• Assist in managing program budgets, costs, and financial performance for contracts typically ranging from $1M–$2M in annual revenue (excluding incentives).
• Participate in contract development, negotiations, and execution, including supporting contract modifications and changes.
• Coordinate preparation of business plans, statements of work, specifications, and operating budgets.
• Monitor program performance against milestones, schedules, and KPIs, identifying risks and supporting corrective actions.
• Analyze program challenges and opportunity areas; evaluate options and recommend solutions.
• Ensure program alignment with market trends, client goals, and evolving business needs.
• Support development of new business opportunities and expansion of existing client product lines.
• Evaluate program performance and contribute recommendations for marketing or operational improvements.
• Contribute to the development of strategies and tactics that drive effective program performance and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate across internal teams to ensure seamless program lifecycle delivery.
• May contribute to the creation of technical content or intellectual property.
• Provide guidance to team members and may directly manage employees in certain program structures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience.
• 3–4 years of project or program management experience.
• 2+ years of people management or team leadership experience.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing program deliverables.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Financial acumen with experience tracking budgets, forecasting, and performance metrics.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify issues, evaluate solutions, and recommend actions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across stakeholders.
• Ability to manage programs with moderate complexity and risk (e.g., new clients, new products, evolving scopes).
• Experience in energy efficiency, utilities, or client-facing services is a plus.

Requirements

• If applicable, meet all DOT qualification requirements and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local transportation regulations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; we also offer a company-paid health care concierge service to help navigate our health plan to make the best decisions for you and yours.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation, sick, personal and parental leave time.
• Paid Volunteer Time: giving back to our communities is important to us.
• Employee Recognition Program – convert your recognition points into gift cards.
• Employee Assistance Program – offers benefits to help you manage daily responsibilities.
• Access to on-demand training courses to advance further in your career.

Compensation

• Target compensation: $90,000.
• Compensation Range: $86,300.00 - $129,400.00.
• Currency: USD.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant’s race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran, or any other protected status.