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# Program Director - Southeast at Sparkfund

- **Company:** Sparkfund
- **Location:** Atlanta GA Columbus GA OR Birmingham, AL
- **Posted:** 2026-04-21
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/sparkfund/jobs/4675099006

## Job description

## About Sparkfund

Sparkfund is the utility services company unlocking capacity on the grid. Through its Distributed Capacity Procurement (DCP) model, Sparkfund enables utilities, energy majors, and large-load customers to deploy front-of-the-meter batteries and gensets as distribution infrastructure. By adding targeted capacity exactly where and when the grid needs it most, DCP helps meet demand, support reliability, and put downward pressure on rates. Sparkfund supports program design, grid value assessment, asset host engagement, and value chain management to ensure on-time, on-budget deployment with maximum system value and lowest cost.

With more than 3,200 projects deployed across 43 states and more than 300MW of energized assets constructed, Sparkfund is transforming customer-sited assets into a valuable portfolio resource for the benefit of our society. To learn more about Sparkfund, visit sparkfund.com.

Program Director, Southeast

Sparkfund · Programs · Director Hybrid (Atlanta, GA · Columbus, GA · Birmingham, AL)

## About the Role

We’re looking for a Program Director, Southeast to own the end-to-end delivery of one of Sparkfund’s most critical utility and hyperscaler programs.

This is a Director-level role where you’ll serve as the single point of accountability for program performance, execution, and client success. You’ll be responsible for aligning cross-functional teams, maintaining strong executive-level relationships, and ensuring programs are delivered on time and at a high standard.

If you’re someone who thrives in complexity, takes true ownership, and knows how to drive results across multiple workstreams—this role is built for you.

## What You’ll Do

Own Program Delivery

- Lead end-to-end execution of utility and hyperscaler programs across the Southeast market
- Own program timelines, KPIs, and overall performance
- Ensure successful delivery from early-stage planning through implementation

Lead Cross-Functional Execution

- Align Development, Engineering, Delivery & Operations, and Host Engagement teams
- Ensure workstreams are properly sequenced, resourced, and moving forward
- Identify and remove blockers quickly to keep programs on track

Manage Stakeholders & Client Relationships

- Serve as the primary point of contact for utility and external partners
- Build and maintain strong relationships with executive-level stakeholders
- Proactively communicate progress, risks, and key decisions

Drive Program Visibility & Governance

- Own program reporting, dashboards, and executive updates
- Maintain clear visibility into program health and performance
- Ensure decisions, risks, and milestones are well-documented

Manage Risk & Solve Problems

- Identify risks early and take action before they impact delivery
- Navigate complex, regulated environments with confidence
- Drive resolution across teams when issues arise

Improve & Scale

- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and delivery models
- Capture lessons learned and apply them across future program phases
- Help scale program execution as the business grows

## What We’re Looking For

## Experience

- 10+ years of experience in program management, operations, or large-scale delivery
- Proven ownership of complex, multi-workstream programs
- Experience serving as the primary point of accountability for customer-facing programs
- Strong experience working cross-functionally across multiple teams

Industry Background

- Experience in the electric power, utility, or infrastructure space strongly preferred
- Familiarity with regulated or contract-driven environments

## Skills & Capabilities

- Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills
- Ability to drive clarity and execution in complex environments
- Experience building and managing program reporting and KPIs
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability

## Nice to Have

- PMP or equivalent certification
- Experience working with utilities, regulators, or large enterprise clients

Location & Travel

- Hybrid role based in the Southeast (Atlanta, Columbus, or Birmingham preferred)
- ~10–15% travel, primarily within the region

## Compensation & Benefits

- Salary range: $132,000 – $176,000, depending on experience and location
- Performance-based bonus eligibility
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Flexible time away
- 12 weeks paid parental leave
- Hybrid work flexibility + monthly phone/Wi-Fi stipend

## Why Sparkfund

At Sparkfund, we partner with utilities and leading organizations to deploy infrastructure at scale. This role sits at the center of that work—bringing together teams, clients, and execution to deliver real impact.

## Equal Employment Opportunity

Sparkfund is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Sparkfund also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs or practices, in all phases of the hiring process and throughout employment. If you need an accommodation, please let us know.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties, responsibilities, and requirements may change at any time based on business needs. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply — even if you do not meet every listed qualification — as skills and competencies can develop in different ways.

## About Sparkfund

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Sparkfund is the utility services company delivering the distributed grid through Distributed Capacity Procurement (DCP), deploying front-of-the-meter batteries and gensets as distribution infrastructure.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Venture-backed)
- **Headquarters**: United States (exact city not specified in provided sources)
- **Founded**: Not publicly available (over a decade of experience as of 2025)
- **Founders**: Pier LaFarge (Founder & CEO)

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Energy / Utility Services / Distributed Energy Resources (DER)
- Target customers: Utilities (B2B, enterprise)
- Mission: "To unlock the full value of the grid for the benefit of our society"
- Vision: "Turning distributed capacity into core infrastructure"

## Products & Services
- **Distributed Capacity Procurement (DCP)**: A standardized three-phase service framework (Design, Deploy, Dispatch) for deploying 1–5 MW front-of-the-meter batteries and gensets as utility-owned, grid-integrated capacity. Includes network planning, site assessment, competitive open-book procurement, physical installation, SCADA monitoring, and grid dispatch.
- **Conforming Project Playbook**: Templatized utility-grade designs that improve with each deployment, enabling repeatability and cost reduction.
- **Subscription Model (historical)**: Early as-a-service financing for energy efficiency and distributed energy, though current focus is on DCP.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not disclosed
- **Key Metric**: 300+ MW energized assets; 3,200+ projects deployed across 43 states; 1% variance to time and budget over 36 months
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Board members include representatives from Constellation Technology Ventures, Energy Impact Partners, and Avista. Google committed $50 million to Xcel Energy's Capacity*Connect program, deployed in collaboration with Sparkfund.
- **Growth Signals**: Partnership with Xcel Energy to install up to 200 MW of distributed battery storage by 2028; expanding national network of pre-vetted host sites; ongoing DCP programs across multiple utilities.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Utility-centric model**: Works inside utilities across distribution operations, system planning, and regulatory teams – a "connective tissue" most competitors lack.
- **Proven repeatability**: Conforming Project Playbook and open-book procurement drive down costs and timelines with each cohort.
- **Pre-built site pipeline**: Maintains a growing network of pre-vetted host sites (commercial, industrial, nonprofit, municipal) already mapped to grid needs.
- **Accredited capacity**: Assets are designed to accredit at the highest market rates (ELCC, peak duration) and are utility-dispatched, counted on the resource plan.

## Strategic Focus
- Scale the DCP model to deploy hundreds of megawatts across the U.S. over 18–36 months at or below the price of marginal capacity.
- Expand utility partnerships and regulatory engagement to accelerate distributed capacity as core grid infrastructure.
- Continue to refine the Conforming Project Playbook to capture falling battery prices and reduce soft costs.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Emphasizes ownership, resilience, curiosity, and problem-solving. Core values include Attentive, Problem Solvers, Critical Thinkers, Creative, and Curious. Described as "not afraid to tackle a big topic and transform a well-established industry."
- **Work Environment**: Remote-friendly (current open role for Senior Manager, IT and Cybersecurity is listed as Remote). Small team with high impact.
- **Impact**: Directly involved in building the grid of the future – measurable results (1% variance, 300+ MW) and partnerships with major utilities and Google.
- **Growth**: Opportunity to work cross-functionally, tackle complex challenges, and drive innovation in a critical industry.

## Sources
1. [sparkfund.com](https://sparkfund.com/)
2. [sparkfund.com/about-us](https://sparkfund.com/about-us)
3. [sparkfund.com/life-at-sparkfund](https://sparkfund.com/life-at-sparkfund)
4. [sparkfund.com/openroles](https://sparkfund.com/openroles)
5. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/sparkfund](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/sparkfund)

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