Energy Efficiency Senior Program Manager

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.

Energy Solutions is currently seeking a highly motivated, dynamic and experienced Senior Project Manager based in the Western U.S. who excels in leading complex multi-state programs with precision, accountability, and strategic insight. This role requires a collaborative leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and consistently delivers high-quality outcomes meeting program goals within budget. Join a team where your leadership will be valued, your ideas will shape outcomes, and your presence will elevate every project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional team to deliver program energy savings goals on time within scope and budget.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with clients and stakeholders to ensure alignment, transparency, and satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Actively engage with stakeholders to ensure program aligns with business goals and technical expertise.
• Build strong relationships across teams, identifying gaps and proactively managing risks and dependencies.
• Drive accountability and foster a culture of dependability, collaboration, and excellence.
• Produce polished, high-impact deliverables that reflect deep understanding and thoughtful execution.
• Identify opportunities, support company initiatives and be comfortable managing change.
• Maintain a positive, solutions-oriented attitude that helps teams navigate challenges with confidence and clarity.
• Demonstrate understanding of energy efficiency principles, including midstream and program technologies, including HVAC, lighting, and foodservice systems, as well as their applications in utility programs.

What You Bring:

• Proven track record of managing high-stakes programs and delivering exceptional results.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a talent for connecting with diverse teams.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• A collaborative mindset and a commitment to supporting others.
• Experience in client-facing engagements.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Overall direction, management, quality control and completion of program deliverables.
• Developing and managing multiple complex program budgets and tasks with minimal oversight.
• Communicating and presenting program progress to Senior Management and clients.
• Interacting with clients, program participants, sub-contractors and program stakeholders.
• Tracking utility and energy efficiency trends and other market changes in the heating and cooling and lighting industries.
• Contribute to business development activities, such as leading proposal content development efforts.
• Organizing and facilitating meetings, conference calls, and facilitated collaboration sessions.
• Conducting program meetings, managing escalations and proactively resolving or bringing issues to senior management as needed.
• Manage an interdisciplinary team to operate efficiently and deliver on program scope.
• Collaborating with other West program managers on best practices for consistent, high quality program delivery.

Minimum qualifications:

• Must be based in the Western states of the U.S., including the Pacific Northwest or Mountain West.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in energy, engineering, or environmental-related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience, including partnership management and program design development.
• Proven success managing energy efficiency programs and initiatives, including program launches.
• Experience supporting business development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams, build morale, and foster collaboration.
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills, including risk management and mitigation.
• Strong alignment with Energy Solutions values: excellence, accountability, collaboration, and proactiveness.
• Experience supervising staff, mentoring junior team members, and delegating effectively.
• Strong verbal communication, writing, data analysis, and presentation skills.
• Strong client communication and relationship management skills.
• Extensive experience using Microsoft Office tools (Office365, SharePoint, OneNote).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and communications with agility and focus.
• Willingness to conduct occasional business travel.

Salary DOE: $92,000- $125,000 / Annually  with a target compensation of $92,000 - $106,250 based on experience and qualifications.

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).

AI Use

At Energy Solutions we believe in the importance of authentic interactions and equitable opportunities. We base our candidate selection on one’s own skills, knowledge, and experience. To ensure the integrity and fairness of our interview process, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools (including Generative AI) or other means to generate or assist with responses during interviews is strictly prohibited. This practice supports our commitment to create a transparent and equitable space where skills, knowledge and experience skills can truly shine.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Energy Solutions is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Energy Solutions conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Office Locations and a Remote Workforce

Energy Solutions operates as a predominantly remote workforce with offices in  six different locations. Employees who reside within 40 miles of an office (except New York) will be assigned to that location, though in-office attendance requirements may vary by team. At this time, we are not accepting applications from candidates residing in the following states: Delaware, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wyoming.

Background Check Information

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.

Reasonable Accommodations 

Energy Solutions is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations in completing this application, interviewing, and/or completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email accommodation@energy-solution.com.

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