NextEra Energy , Inc.
Strategic Programs Lead
NextEra Energy , Inc., West Palm Beach, Florida, United States, 33412
Strategic Programs Lead
Do you want to create innovative solutions that deliver real value to customers? At FPL Energy Services (FPLES), you'll join a dynamic team driving smart, reliable, and affordable offeringsfrom LED lighting to home protection, HVAC, fiber, and more. Be part of a business that thrives on innovation, customer focus, and a culture of excellence. Join us and help shape the future of energy services. Our FPLES Strategy team is looking for a Strategic Program Lead who thrives on solving complex problems, driving innovation, and working at the intersection of business transformation and technology. In this role, you will not only lead high-impact projects across FPLES and FPL XD workstreams but also gain direct exposure to senior leadership, influencing decisions that fuel growth and efficiency across the business. The ideal candidate is a self-driven problem solver and decision-maker with strong project management skills, the ability to identify opportunities for AI-enabled transformation, and a track record of successfully leading business transformation projects. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary liaison between FPLES and FPL XD workstreams, driving project management of cross-functional initiatives. Identify AI-powered opportunities to transform business processes, reduce costs, and unlock new growth. Lead and support business transformation projects, including developing growth strategies, process improvements, and market research insights. Conduct market research and translate insights into actionable strategies that strengthen our competitive edge. Partner with Product Development, Program Managers, and business leaders to shape growth strategies for existing and new programs. Drive bi-annual strategic planning offsites, ensuring alignment on priorities and actionable outcomes. Mentor and coach colleagues, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Evaluate and advise on solutions to complex data and technology opportunities. Establish and track baseline performance measures to ensure program success. Required Skills & Attributes Proven ability to make decisions quickly and operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments. Strong project management expertise, preferably with experience leading cross-functional initiatives. Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to simplify complexity and deliver actionable solutions. Tactical and strategic thinking, with high levels of self-direction, innovation, and imagination. Experience with Agile methodology and comfort working across diverse teams. Job Overview Employees in this role lead the analysis and strategy on high priority projects as assigned by senior executive management. This position works with a small cross-functional team of Subject Matter Experts (SME) to analyze, develop, and propose strategies or solutions to complex topics. Individuals rapidly identify key data, stakeholders, and the current landscape in order to effectively present ideas for executive review. Job Duties & Responsibilities Leads cross-functional projects including data collection, analysis and implementation of recommendations to senior management Creates and communicates formal presentation of proposal to business leaders at higher levels of management, including executive Develops hypothesis and validates them with data and discussion with appropriate Subject Matter Experts, then consults with business units for additional validation Compiles and analyzes highly analytical problem solving analysis, and compiles them in a succinct manner to be reviewed by executive management Develops strategies to address opportunities identified through analysis Conducts research in other industries and stays abreast of innovative advancements in order to apply them to key problems Interacts with senior and executive leadership, developing trust and credibility Performs other job-related duties as assigned Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Experience: 6+ years Preferred Qualifications Master's - Business Administration Project Management Professional (PMP) Six Sigma Master Black Belt
Do you want to create innovative solutions that deliver real value to customers? At FPL Energy Services (FPLES), you'll join a dynamic team driving smart, reliable, and affordable offeringsfrom LED lighting to home protection, HVAC, fiber, and more. Be part of a business that thrives on innovation, customer focus, and a culture of excellence. Join us and help shape the future of energy services. Our FPLES Strategy team is looking for a Strategic Program Lead who thrives on solving complex problems, driving innovation, and working at the intersection of business transformation and technology. In this role, you will not only lead high-impact projects across FPLES and FPL XD workstreams but also gain direct exposure to senior leadership, influencing decisions that fuel growth and efficiency across the business. The ideal candidate is a self-driven problem solver and decision-maker with strong project management skills, the ability to identify opportunities for AI-enabled transformation, and a track record of successfully leading business transformation projects. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary liaison between FPLES and FPL XD workstreams, driving project management of cross-functional initiatives. Identify AI-powered opportunities to transform business processes, reduce costs, and unlock new growth. Lead and support business transformation projects, including developing growth strategies, process improvements, and market research insights. Conduct market research and translate insights into actionable strategies that strengthen our competitive edge. Partner with Product Development, Program Managers, and business leaders to shape growth strategies for existing and new programs. Drive bi-annual strategic planning offsites, ensuring alignment on priorities and actionable outcomes. Mentor and coach colleagues, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Evaluate and advise on solutions to complex data and technology opportunities. Establish and track baseline performance measures to ensure program success. Required Skills & Attributes Proven ability to make decisions quickly and operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments. Strong project management expertise, preferably with experience leading cross-functional initiatives. Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to simplify complexity and deliver actionable solutions. Tactical and strategic thinking, with high levels of self-direction, innovation, and imagination. Experience with Agile methodology and comfort working across diverse teams. Job Overview Employees in this role lead the analysis and strategy on high priority projects as assigned by senior executive management. This position works with a small cross-functional team of Subject Matter Experts (SME) to analyze, develop, and propose strategies or solutions to complex topics. Individuals rapidly identify key data, stakeholders, and the current landscape in order to effectively present ideas for executive review. Job Duties & Responsibilities Leads cross-functional projects including data collection, analysis and implementation of recommendations to senior management Creates and communicates formal presentation of proposal to business leaders at higher levels of management, including executive Develops hypothesis and validates them with data and discussion with appropriate Subject Matter Experts, then consults with business units for additional validation Compiles and analyzes highly analytical problem solving analysis, and compiles them in a succinct manner to be reviewed by executive management Develops strategies to address opportunities identified through analysis Conducts research in other industries and stays abreast of innovative advancements in order to apply them to key problems Interacts with senior and executive leadership, developing trust and credibility Performs other job-related duties as assigned Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Experience: 6+ years Preferred Qualifications Master's - Business Administration Project Management Professional (PMP) Six Sigma Master Black Belt