Lead Standards Project Manager - Electrification

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Standards Project Manager within our Electrification program at UL Standards & Engagement. This is a hybrid opportunity based in Evanston, IL OR Raleigh-Durham, NC OR Ottawa, CAN offices.

The Lead Standards Project Manager (Electrification) will partner with the Program Leader, TC Chairs and project managers to support the advancement and extension of a diverse portfolio of standards and the development and implementation of safety standards to advance the mission of UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE) to make the world safer, more secure, and sustainable. The Lead Project Manager will support the development and maintenance of standards for the program by coordinating interdependencies and driving collaboration with stakeholders and partners. In this role, the Lead Project Manager will demonstrate leadership and partnership to enable product portfolio expansion, identify standards gaps in core industries, and build relationships with high-value stakeholder groups.

UL Standards & Engagement:

At UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE), we expand the boundaries of safety science to create a more secure and sustainable world. For more than a century, we have created new safety standards and shared our findings with academia, scientists, manufacturers, and policymakers across industries. We identify critical safety and sustainability issues, asking tough questions because we believe a safer world begins with knowledge.

Build a safer, more secure, and sustainable future with us. Join us and work with our Standards teams who develop the standards required to put that knowledge into practice.

What you'll learn and achieve:

As the Lead Standards Project Manager (Electrification), you will play a key role in the rapid growth of UL as you:

• Lead and manage standards engagements to enable the development, implementation and continuous improvement of safety standards.

• Plan and execute activities to demonstrate leadership and presence in industry groups where the program's expertise is sought.

• Contribute to the program management associated with assigned core industries, providing input and recommendations related to portfolio of standards.

• Identify and prioritize industry and stakeholder groups where the program's impact and influence are established, evolving, or present opportunity for impact. Develop and apply end-to-end solutions and implement proactive strategies to address complex, undefined and ambiguous challenges.

• Drive collaboration with internal and external stakeholders according to roadmaps, industry priorities, demand drivers, and program strategies.

• Partner with internal and external stakeholders on development, interpretation, and deployment of standards for core industries. Engage in technical committees and other standards-related activities within specific industry sectors or categories as determined by the program.

• Develop relationships with core industries to assure participation of high-value stakeholder groups (fire safety, regulators, safety science experts, trade organizations, global interests).

• Demonstrate impact and influence within the standards development community through work in technical or program area.

• Identify opportunities for program and portfolio expansion and create capacity for new high-impact standards by leveraging landscape analyses, identifying standards gaps, and providing thought leadership.

• Demonstrate awareness of industry trends and external context related to the portfolio and program in areas including regulatory, compliance, government, and global frameworks influencing public safety and hazards.

• Perform other duties as directed.

What you'll experience working at UL Standards & Engagement: We have pursued our mission of working for a safer, more secure, and sustainable world for nearly 130 years, embedding conscientious stewardship into everything we do.

• People: Our people make us special. You'll work with a diverse team of experts respected for their independence and transparency and build a network, because our approach is collaborative. We collaborate across disciplines, organizations, and geographies to build the global scientific response that today's global challenges require.

• Interesting work: Every day is different for us here. We see what's on the horizon and use our expertise to build the foundations of a safer future. You'll have the opportunity to push the boundaries of human understanding as part of a team working to advance the public good.

• Grow and achieve: We learn, work, and grow together through targeted development, reward, and recognition programs.

• Values. Four core values guide our work: collaboration, respect, integrity, and beneficence. By living our values, we inspire the trust essential to fulfilling our mission and foster partnerships that enable us to pursue a beneficent future in which we all can thrive.

• Total Rewards: All employees at UL Standards & Engagement are eligible for bonus compensation. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans and a generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay. Moreover, we invest an additional 4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment. Depending on your role, you may be able to discuss flexible working arrangements with your manager. We also provide employees with paid time off, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days.

What makes you a great fit:

While no one candidate will embody every quality, the successful candidate will bring many of the following professional competencies and personal attributes:

• Broad knowledge of program industry or technical areas, with comprehensive understanding of regulatory frameworks and experience navigating and applying industry-specific standards.

• Program management knowledge, including developing and executing complex project plans, and leading cross-functional project teams.

• Strong leadership skills with ability to lead project teams and inspire as well as motivate team members to achieve program goals.

• Expert-level problem-solving skills, able to analyze complex issues and implement effective solutions to drive successful outcomes.

• Advanced communication and engagement skills, able to develop and implement comprehensive communication and engagement plans, as well as effectively communicate objectives, requirements and progress to various stakeholder groups.

• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills, with ability to communicate complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Positive and collaborative interpersonal skills, with proven capability in fostering collaboration and partnership across teams to develop solutions with broad impact, while establishing effective relationships with others, including senior leaders and external stakeholders.

• Strategic thinker with ability to innovate and adapt in a dynamic industry landscape.

Professional education and experience requirements for the role include:

• Bachelor's degree required. Technical or advanced degree preferred.

• Minimum 7 years of related work experience.

• Experience working or engaging with or leading influence in electrification-based industry groups or associations.

• PMP or relevant project management certification a plus.

About UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement

UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement are nonprofit organizations dedicated to advancing safety science research through the discovery and application of scientific knowledge. We conduct rigorous independent research and analyze safety data, convene experts worldwide to address risks, share knowledge through safety education and public outreach initiatives, and develop standards to guide safe commercialization of evolving technologies. We foster communities of safety, from grassroots initiatives for neighborhoods to summit of world leaders. Our organization employs collaborative and scientific approaches with partners and stakeholders to drive innovation and progress toward improving safety, security, and sustainability, ultimately enhancing societal well-being.

Our affiliate, UL Solutions, stands alongside us in working for a safer and more sustainable world. UL Solutions conducts testing, verification and certification, and provides training and advisory services, along with data-driven reporting and decision-making tools, for customers around the world.