Program Manager, Strategic Project Development – Transmission

Eversource Energy

. Manage a portfolio of strategic ESMP transmission and substation projects from early-stage development through handoff to the Project Management Organization .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeWestwood • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $124,130 - $137,920 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing strategic transmission and substation projects, with a strong focus on cross-functional collaboration, project management, and compliance with safety and procurement policies. Proficient in developing project schedules, budgets, and success metrics while effectively communicating complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.

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Project Management ExperienceElectric Infrastructure DevelopmentCross-Functional Team LeadershipAnalytical SkillsStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Project SchedulingBudget DevelopmentTechnical ReportingAnalytical SkillsEmergency Restoration

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCollaborationProblem-SolvingProcess Improvement

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Technical or Business DisciplineValid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Electric TransmissionSubstation ProjectsRenewable EnergyCommunity EngagementRegulatory Affairs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a portfolio of strategic ESMP transmission and substation projects from early-stage development through handoff to the Project Management Organization
Oversee cross-functional project teams across System Planning, Engineering, Siting, Real Estate, Legal, Project Management, Engagement, Regulatory Affairs, Environmental Affairs, and other stakeholders
Establish and organize ongoing development plans
Vet strategic solutions consistently with Company safety and procurement policies and programs
Develop early-stage project schedules and budgets with appropriate departments and implement them before execution
Support development and documentation of Company Policies for strategic transmission project development and execution
Collaborate internally and externally to advance strategic transmission projects
Track project-level and ESMP program progress and develop success metrics with the Manager and Director
Facilitate stakeholder discussions, alignment, and information exchange
Represent Eversource Transmission on committees, groups, associations, public meetings, regulatory hearings, town halls, and special meetings
Brief the Manager and Director regularly on responsibilities, project development status, and action items
Coordinate with System Planning, Engineering, Siting, Real Estate, Engagement and Equity, Regulatory, Procurement, Legal, Scheduling, and later-stage Project Management
Respond to emergency situations and perform emergency restoration assignments outside normal responsibilities, work hours, or location when required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a technical, business, or related discipline, or equivalent experience will be considered
Minimum of five (5) years of related experience
Project management experience required
Ability to develop and present reports within the organization
Strong computer and analytical skills
Ability to work across permitting, engineering, real estate, interconnection, finance, and community engagement
Understanding of onshore development of electric infrastructure projects, such as solar or wind
Ability to integrate multidisciplinary early-stage project development information and make timely decisions
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to varied internal and external audiences
Demonstrated interest in ongoing learning and process improvement
Interest in advancing Massachusetts’ electrification, clean energy, and climate goals
Experience developing competitive infrastructure projects and knowledge of electric transmission and distribution systems preferred
Valid Driver’s license is required
Must be available for emergency restoration assignment as required
Must be able to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Must be able to work five days in the office if needed or if policy changes
Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid schedules for certain roles
Work-life balance support
Potential incentive eligibility
Competitive total rewards program
Emergency restoration assignment compensation/participation as applicable