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Senior Manager - Building Codes (Remote - US)

Remote - US

Interested in joining a growing company where you will work with talented colleagues, enhance a supportive and energetic culture, and be part of the climate solution? At Energy Solutions, we focus on the big impacts. And we believe that market-based programs can be a powerful force to deliver large-scale energy, carbon, and water-use savings. Since 1995, we’ve harnessed that power to offer proven, performance-based solutions for our utility, government, and institutional customers.

We are currently seeking a full-time Senior Manager to join our Policy and Ratings team. Our Policy & Ratings Team supports the development of building codes, product standards, and other policies, as well as rating systems that assess energy and environmental performance metrics. As a member of the Energy Solutions team, you will have a broad impact on state, national and international energy markets through our work for major utilities, city and state governments, and other national leaders in energy efficiency policy. This unique opportunity, paired with Energy Solutions’ mission driven approach, creates a perfect environment for individuals who want to apply their skills and energy towards an expeditious transition to a low carbon future. 

The person selected to fill this position will leverage experience in project management, subcontractor management, stakeholder engagement, and in-depth knowledge of building energy technologies. Experience in (one or more) lighting (including networked lighting controls), HVAC, water heating, envelope, water efficiency, demand response, distributed generation, data analytics, and related technology solutions is desired to help create large scale savings for our clients. Previous experience working with building codes, appliance efficiency standards as well as building energy simulation software, is desirable. 

 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

  • Responsible for the overall direction, management, quality control and completion of program deliverables 
  • Provide detailed guidance, promptly answer questions, maintain tracking tools, and develop accountability processes to successfully manage project teams including subcontractors 
  • Lead efforts in design and implementation of multiple projects with overlapping deliverable schedules 
  • Consistently respond to client requests, unanticipated changes to scope, and evolving timelines 
  • Develop and manage multiple complex project budgets and tasks with minimal oversight 
  • Delegate work and plan and maintain adequate hours for staff based on assignments 
  • Monitor project progress and communicate to clients and management   
  • Demonstrate advanced knowledge of industry trends, technology and other market changes that impact energy efficiency 
  • Conduct in-depth market research and data analysis to identify significant trends and patterns 
  • Lead proposal content development efforts  
  • Support contract execution with clients and subcontractors 
  • Staff development and management including such as; identifying individuals for key positions, ensuring accountability and compliance, and defining professional growth and development 

 

Minimum qualifications: 

  • A bachelor’s degree in an energy-related or policy-related discipline, including environmental, electrical or mechanical engineering, public policy or economics degrees 
  • 10 years of related experience or 8 years of experience and a graduate degree in an energy-related or policy-related discipline including: public policy, economics, architecture or engineering (environmental, electrical, energy, chemical, or mechanical)  
  • A minimum of 6 years project management experience 
  • Technical experience in the field of energy efficiency, demand response, distributed generation, data analytics, and related technology solutions 
  • Experience with energy codes and standards and/or specification development 
  • Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills 
  • Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with clients and to serve as the primary point of client contact on complex projects 
  • Demonstrated outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to anticipate risk and develop risk mitigation strategy proposals  
  • Extensive experience using Microsoft Office (Office365, SharePoint, OneNote) 
  • Ability to work, drive, and thrive juggling many activities and communications  
  • Willingness to conduct occasional business travel 

 

Compensation to commensurate with experience with the pay band of  $105,000 - 137,000/Annually

Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous retirement package. Energy Solutions provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Office Locations and a Remote Workforce

Energy Solutions is a predominantly remote workforce with offices in six different locations. At this time, we are not accepting applications from the following states (Alaska, Delaware, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Wyoming).

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility 

We live out our mission day in and day out by helping our clients and communities generate clean energy solutions the world needs. Our success is dependent on developing a team of creative thinkers, innovators, and a workforce that reflects the diversity of our world. To that end, we’re committed to hiring, promoting, and retaining a diversity of talent, and infusing inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) throughout our business. We encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds and all walks of life to apply. Come grow with us at Energy Solutions!  

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Information will be requested to perform the compulsory background check. A drug screen and authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely are preconditions of employment. Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

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