Program Manager – Virtual Power Plant & Load Flexibility - Remote Eligible

Program Manager – Virtual Power Plant & Load Flexibility

We have an opportunity for a highly motivated, analytical, and creative thinker to fill the role of Virtual Power Plant Program Manager. This position will coordinate Budderfly's Optimization Systems, including VPP, Energy Efficiency, and Battery programs. The successful candidate will support partner integrations, manage programs, analyze program and event performance, and turn insights into actionable system and process improvements that strengthen customer outcomes.

With the ability to work on both strategy and implementation, this role offers a fast-paced environment with plenty of autonomy.

Last year, our Energy Management team launched the first small commercial VPP in the country across three energy markets and one major utility program, with strong results. This year we have expanded both our territory and product suite and are looking for a highly motivated, creative problem solver to help us grow further. This role will help clients realize new revenue and savings opportunities while supporting grid reliability.

Success will be measured by stronger program implementation, increased revenue, higher customer satisfaction, improved operational performance, and greater grid stability across the US.

• Analyze energy performance, customer and site response, dispatch results, and program data to identify trends, root causes, opportunities for improvement, and practical changes to internal systems, workflows, partner coordination, customer communication, and operating procedures.
• Communicate key findings, risks, and recommend next steps clearly to internal teams, partners, and senior management.
• Cultivate, manage, and expand relationships with Budderfly's utility and energy market partners while maintaining a personal touch in every interaction.
• Oversee program success and guide coordination and project management as Budderfly grows its optimization programs.
• Contribute to load flexibility strategy and expansion planning.
• Collaborate with the sales, development, marketing, product, and customer success teams to ensure the highest level of program delivery and streamlined growth.
• Coordinate with team members and departments to prioritize client‑reported issues and maintain clear communication with clients.
• Manage and oversee the implementation and operation of energy efficiency, VPP, and battery programs.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in energy management.
• Work as a team to respond to RFPs or engage new businesses, occasionally leading the effort and coordinating new work with the Technical Product Manager.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in demand response program management or a related field.
• Understanding of demand response, VPP, energy efficiency, battery program management and program growth beyond thermostats.
• Experience working with AI in the energy sector.
• Very strong organizational and time management skills.
• Thrives in a start‑up environment and willing to go deep into the work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of program management methodologies and tools.
• Desire to work in a fast‑paced, highly dynamic environment with a core personal drive to find solutions in ambiguity.
• Self‑starter with strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to turn operational data, event results, and performance trends into practical recommendations and measurable program improvements.
• Professional certifications such as PMP are preferred.

Location: Shelton, CT preferred;
Remote eligible

Compensation: $115,000—$135,000 USD

Compensation is based on factors including level of experience, skillset, qualifications, and location.

• Career advancement opportunities in a fast-growing, supportive company environment.
• Competitive pay.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, and disability insurance.
• Opportunity to work as part of a team that values its members and works together to achieve positive change.

Budderfly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status, and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.

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