Application Guide

How to Apply for Program Manager, Emerging Technologies

at Landis+Gyr

🏢 About Landis+Gyr

Landis+Gyr is a global leader in smart grid technology with a $4.6 billion order backlog, demonstrating strong market confidence. Their mission to empower a smarter grid for reduced environmental footprints makes them uniquely positioned at the intersection of technology and sustainability. With operations in over 30 countries and a focus on decarbonization and grid modernization, they offer the scale and impact that appeals to mission-driven professionals.

About This Role

This Program Manager role focuses on managing service contracts and client relationships for emerging technologies as they're introduced from Landis+Gyr. You'll be responsible for all customer interface, subcontracts, new business expansion, and operations/maintenance of networks related to emerging technologies. This position directly impacts how Landis+Gyr delivers innovative solutions to utilities worldwide, making it crucial for their technology adoption and customer satisfaction.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves coordinating with global teams on service contract execution, conducting client meetings to discuss emerging technology implementations, and managing subcontractor relationships. You'll spend significant time planning new business expansion opportunities while ensuring existing technology networks operate smoothly, balancing strategic planning with daily operational oversight.

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🎯 Who Landis+Gyr Is Looking For

  • Has 5+ years of program management experience specifically in technology service contracts and client relationship management
  • Demonstrates proven ability to interact effectively with all levels of customer organizations in the utility or energy sector
  • Possesses experience with emerging technologies implementation, particularly in grid-edge intelligence or smart energy solutions
  • Shows strong background in managing subcontracts, operations, and maintenance for technology networks

📝 Tips for Applying to Landis+Gyr

1

Highlight specific experience managing service contracts for emerging technologies, not just general program management

2

Quantify your impact on customer relationships and business expansion in previous roles, especially in energy/utility sectors

3

Demonstrate understanding of Landis+Gyr's specific technologies by mentioning their advanced metering or grid-edge intelligence solutions

4

Emphasize your ability to handle the full lifecycle from introduction to operations/maintenance of new technologies

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Show how you've successfully managed subcontracts and customer interfaces simultaneously in complex technology deployments

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your direct experience managing service contracts for emerging technologies in energy/utility sectors', 'Specific examples of building and maintaining client relationships at all organizational levels', "How you've successfully introduced new technologies to customers and managed subsequent operations", "Your understanding of Landis+Gyr's mission and how your experience aligns with their smart grid transformation"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Landis+Gyr's specific emerging technologies portfolio and recent product introductions
  • → Their $4.6 billion order backlog and what this indicates about their market position
  • → Case studies of their smart grid implementations in different regions
  • → Their approach to decarbonization and grid modernization mentioned in their sustainability reports

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe your experience managing the full lifecycle of emerging technology service contracts
2 How do you handle customer interface challenges when introducing new technologies to utility clients?
3 What strategies have you used for new business expansion following successful technology implementations?
4 How do you manage subcontractors while maintaining primary customer relationships?
5 Discuss your approach to operations and maintenance of technology networks in remote or distributed environments
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with only general project management experience without specific service contract or emerging technology background
  • Failing to demonstrate understanding of the utility/energy sector and its unique customer relationship dynamics
  • Not showing how you've managed the complete lifecycle from introduction to operations/maintenance of technologies

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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