Strategic Planning & Project Management Office Director

Duke Energy Corporation•Cincinnati, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives. Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits. This position can be located at any Duke Energy headquarters that has vacancy. The exact location will be determined at the time of offer based on business needs. Position Overview: The Strategic Planning and Project Management Office (PMO) Director for Florida and the Midwest will provide strategic financial leadership and comprehensive support to the Florida Progress Board. This role will be responsible for ensuring effective oversight, transparent reporting, and alignment of financial strategies with organizational objectives. This position will also play a crucial role in developing, implementing, and overseeing strategic plans and key initiatives within the organization. This position ensures effective governance, tracking, and continual improvement across multiple jurisdictions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
In addition to bachelor's degree, eight (8) years minimum of related work experience

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred
Prior experience in financial and strategic planning, governance, and reporting within a corporate environment.
Strong financial background
Strong business and financial acumen, problem solving and analytical skills
Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and cross-functional teams.
Understanding of business administration and business forecasting
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Proficiency in developing financial materials and tracking tools.

Responsibilities

Florida Progress Board Support Establish and Execute Financial Governance: Develop and implement a robust financial governance framework for the Florida Progress Board, defining clear roles, responsibilities, and processes to ensure effective oversight and regulatory compliance.
Develop Board Financial Materials: Prepare thorough financial materials for board meetings, including financial statements, performance reports, forecasts, and analyses to facilitate informed decision-making.
Address Board Follow-Up: Manage and resolve all follow-up actions and requests stemming from Board meetings, providing additional information, clarifying financial data, and executing Board directives as needed.
Liaison on Long-Term Financial Planning: Collaborate closely with the FP&A team to develop, refine, and align long-term financial plans with Brookfield’s strategic vision.
Manage Monthly Financial Reviews: Oversee the monthly review process for current year financials, working in partnership with the COS to analyze financial performance, identify trends, and report findings to the Board.
Integrated Plan Development and Tracking Assist with the development of the FL/MW comprehensive strategic plans, including the identification of key initiatives, risks, timelines, and essential decisions.
Monitor and track progress to ensure plan objectives are achieved and adjustments are made as needed.
Governance Facilitate governance structures, such as JETs, to guide and oversee the execution of major organizational initiatives.
Provide essential support for FL/MW Quarterly Business Review (QBR) processes, ensuring regular assessment and strategic alignment.
BOD and SMC Meeting Support Assist with meeting preparation, reporting, and follow-up for the BOD and SMC, supporting organizational priorities and transparency.
Project Management Office (PMO) for Key Initiatives Support major FL/MW initiatives (e.g., DEOK EGA, DEI L&RA, JVO), ensuring they align with organizational goals and deliver expected outcomes.
ECO Process Support Provide ongoing support for the FL/MW ECO process to drive continuous improvement and maintain operational excellence.