[KIT-list] Senior Program Manager (Santa Monica, CA)

Wednesday, August 17, 2022

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Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (GNA) a national clean transportation and energy consulting firm, is seeking an experienced, results-oriented sales professional that is committed to driving positive change to serve as Sales Manager, Exhibit & Sponsorship Sales in our Santa Monica office. The Events & Marketing department organizes large-scale conferences such as the Alternative Clean Transportation.

Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (GNA), a national clean transportation and energy consulting firm, is seeking a Senior Program Manager to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to use your project management skills to lead and develop staff, manage projects for external and internal clients, engage in forecasting, and manage contract renewals.

The ideal candidate for this role must be highly detail-oriented, organized, and have excellent oral, written, financial, and analytical skills. This individual will report to the Senior Vice President of Programs.

QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated outstanding oral, written, and presentation skills
Demonstrated project management excellence
Demonstrated successes with external and internal stakeholder relationship management (including issue identification and mitigation)
Demonstrated implementation of more efficient business practice, workflow, or management approach
Demonstrated experience evaluating and allocating a diverse talent pool into a cohesive team to deliver client excellence
Demonstrated project management, including task allocations, staff management, delivery gates, and invoice management
Demonstrated excellence in meeting or exceeding project budget goals
Demonstrated experience in financial modeling, budget projections, and future staffing requirements
Experience in staff development and training
Experienced in complex organizations, managing internal and external deliverables; transportation, energy, logistics, infrastructure, or related field preferred
Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office
Ability to work at a computer for the majority of the day
MBA preferred
In the case of off-site work, adhere to all company, local, relevant, client, and non-client safety requirements
Travel up to 20% of the time

RESPONSIBILITIES
External client project management
Internal resource management
Identification of new business opportunities from existing client base
Internal business development
Develop project planning and 18-month projections
Implement staff training and development protocols
Integrate cross-department efforts
Publish regular financial and project reports for Partners and senior managers
Identify, develop, and implement more efficient workflow and management practices
Implement performance reviews for staff / direct reports
Implement budget and contract management efforts / proactive contract renewals
This full-time, staff position offers an annual salary, as well as a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance on the first day of the month after hire. We also offer 401(k) plans and performance-based bonus opportunities.

GNA is an equal opportunity employer. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex (including sexual or gender identity), religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, age, marital or veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, or any other legally protected status.

No Agencies, please. No Sponsorship. EOE.





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[KIT-list] Senior Project Manager - Certification (hybrid Santa Monica, CA)


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Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (GNA) is one of North America's leading consulting firms in sustainable transportation and energy. With nearly 30 years of experience, GNA is a recognized leader working at the intersection of energy, business, and the environment. To support our growing organization, we are seeking aSenior Project Manager to join our Technical Services team and lead a range of vehicle and powertrain certification projects for our clients. Our ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical, organizational, problem solving, and communication skills.

GNA maintains a diverse set of clients, ranging from commercial fleets and vehicle manufacturers to policy makers and environmental advocacy organizations. Our Technical Services team provides an equally diverse set of capabilities to our clients; including emissions modeling, lifecycle analysis, vehicle and powertrain certification, technical and economic feasibility assessments, policy analysis, charging/fueling infrastructure assessments, technology planning, and more. Consequently, our work requires developing new approaches to answer complex questions.

The Role:

GNA seeks candidates with experience and expertise leading organizations through the certification and compliance process for new vehicles, powertrains, equipment, and fuels. This position will have the opportunity to work with manufacturers bringing to market new and innovative clean transportation technologies in the US. Additionally, the successful candidate will support the Technical Services team in the development and certification of low carbon feedstocks, fuels, and other products.

This position will include the following job responsibilities:
Assist clients with understanding the regulatory approval process required to introduce a vehicle/engine/powertrain/aftermarket part into the medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicle market.

Maintain an understanding of the heavy-duty certification and compliance process through participation in relevant working group meetings, webinars, and other elements of the regulatory development process (EPA, CARB, and NHTSA, as applicable).

Interpret and translate current and future regulatory requirements relating to heavy-duty powertrain and vehicle test procedures, as defined by the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and California Code of Regulations (CCR).

Guide clients through the certification process for new vehicle, powertrain, and aftermarket technologies, including but not limited to CARB Zero-Emission Powertrain (ZEP), CARB/EPA GHG Phase 2, CARB Aftermarket Parts, CARB Hybrid Conversion System, EPA Alternative Fuel Conversion Systems, CARB Hybrid Vehicle Incentive Program product listing, and related regulations and procedures.

Develop and submit powertrain and vehicle certification applications using CARB and EPA certification document management systems and protocols.

Act as a liaison between agency staff and clients and facilitate timely responses to additional information and/or data requests throughout the certification process.

Track and manage certification applications, compliance documents, and communications with agency staff.

Document and submit powertrain and vehicle test plans to government agencies to secure approvals, as required.
Guide clients and GNA staff on new on-road and off-road emissions regulations, particularly as relates to medium- and heavy-duty engines, vehicles and equipment.

Support clients and GNA staff in the assessment of other powertrain and vehicle development requirements, including experimental permits, manufacturer registration, and others.

Prepare comparative analyses of emissions and energy impacts from various transportation technologies, including; natural gas, battery-electric, fuel cell, propane, and diesel vehicles and equipment.

Coordinate meetings with clients and prepare meeting materials, as applicable, and communicate results/outcomes to senior staff.

Additional job duties could include:

· Research: Conduct primary and secondary research on a broad spectrum of market, technical, and policy issues and assist in the development and production of high quality reports which provide this research to either specific or broad audiences.

· Communications: Prepare regular memos on project status for clients and for staff. Create publication-quality and client-ready written reports, marketing materials, correspondence, grant applications, presentations, and other communications that clearly and concisely summarize project goals, accomplishments and recommendations in the most compelling manner for the appropriate audience.
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Client Relations: Professionally interact with industry contacts and clients on a regular basis, understand their business needs, provide consistent and well-prepared status reports on deliverables, manage and address unexpected developments, and communicate research and recommendations in a confidence-inspiring manner.

· Project management: Provide efficient and cost-effective results on both client and company projects. Must be capable of independently setting, tracking, and reporting on progress related for multiple project and billable hour goals. Must regularly report on progress, challenges, and approach to team leaders and management.

· Outreach and Organization: Develop and implement strategies to communicate the objective of projects to diverse audiences, including business, government, non-profit organizations and community groups. Interface directly with a variety of contacts in to gather information for various projects.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will possess the following:
· Education: A BS or higher degree in a related engineering field from an accredited university, strongly preferred. Candidates without degrees will be considered if they possess an exemplary record of success, leadership, and expertise relevant to our needs.
· Professional Experience: At least five years of automotive environmental regulatory experience in a consulting environment or demonstrated capabilities in a commercial setting. The right candidate will demonstrate a clear history of initiative, problem-solving, and results-driven excellence in all personal, academic, and professional endeavors. Advanced degrees (MS or PhD) will be considered when evaluating professional experience history.
· Certification Experience: Demonstrated experience with leading heavy-duty vehicle/engine/aftermarket part certification projects and interfacing with California Air Resources Board (CARB) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) staff is required.
· The right candidate will possess a clear history of developing and submitting powertrain and vehicle test plans, certification applications, and compliance statements using CARB and EPA document management systems and protocols.
· Skills: Exceptional writing, research, analytical, communication, organization, and interpersonal skills. In addition to a strong technical/analytical background and strong communications skills, an excellent grasp of business strategy will be highly valued.
· Expertise: Technical and analytical expertise in commercial vehicle technology and environmental regulations.
· Demonstrated ability to interface with clients and potential clients is critical. Interdisciplinary, entrepreneurial thinkers capable of communicating complex ideas to diverse audiences will thrive in our office and with our clients.
· Language: Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
· Ability to Travel: Travel may be required, up to 15%.
· Please apply in PDF format.

WORK LOCATION:
This position will require the successful candidate to work from GNA's office in Santa Monica, CA with a hybrid remote work schedule available at the Manager's discretion.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

This full-time, staff position offers an annual salary, as well as a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance on the first day of the month after the start date. We also offer 401(k) plans and performance-based bonus opportunities.

GNA is an equal opportunity employer. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex (including sexual or gender identity), religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, age, marital or veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, or any other legally protected status.

No Agencies, please. No Sponsorship. EOE.


Michael Trust, MPA, SPHR, PHRca, SHRM-SCP
michaeltrustsphr@outlook.com



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