Job Tittle:  Energy Efficiency Projects Lead/Specialist

Pay per hour:  commensurate with skills (W2 Contractor)

Hours per week: 40 hours a week 
Contract Duration: 9 months

Location: Hybrid: Remote and Newark, NJ (Remote on Mon/Fri, in-office Tues-Thurs Newark, NJ plus potential on-site impaction once a month)

Short Description:

The Energy Efficiency Specialist provide Multifamily program management oversight over scope, schedule and budget of energy efficiency projects in compliance with the BPU Order and company procedures. Ensure projects meet all program requirements, including project scope and cost effectiveness. Develop and maintain the processes for implementing energy efficiency projects and programs in accordance with requirements for the Multifamily program

Interface with company associates, vendors, customers and outside consultants to assure the Program rules and requirements are maintained, the projects are cost effective, and the information needed for management and regulatory reporting is accurate and timely. Perform and oversee program and project QA/QC as required; Apply knowledge in energy savings measures and techniques to program and project oversight. Need to be familiar with residential and commercial energy efficiency program incentive structures.
Manage customer relationships to provide program services with a high level of customer satisfaction. Coordinate and direct the activities of vendors and contractors.  Review vendor deliverables.  Monitor vendor performance and review/process vendor invoices.  Ensure vendor and employee compliance with safety protocols and practices.

Compile and analyze data from various projects / sources to monitor the status of customer projects and report to management. Projects may include the installation of various energy conservation measures (ECMs) such as HVAC, lighting, motors, energy management systems, etc., as appropriate for the program. Analyze performance results for management reports; Provide monthly project status forecasts. Assist with special projects and ad hoc requests as necessary.

During storm restoration efforts, may be required to perform functions outside of routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the processes for implementing energy efficiency projects and programs in accordance with requirements for BPU approved programs.

• Develop and customize a customer’s project proposal to maximize incentives and energy savings by combining commercial & industrial program incentive structures.

• Interface with company associates, vendors, customers and outside consultants to assure the Program rules and requirements are maintained, the projects are cost effective and the information needed for management and regulatory reporting is accurate and timely.
• Perform and oversee program and project QA/QC as required; Apply knowledge in energy savings measures and techniques to program and project oversight
• Manage customer relationships to provide program services with a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate and direct the activities of vendors and contractors. Review vendor deliverables. Monitor vendor performance, and review/process vendor invoices.
• Ensure vendor and employee compliance with safety protocols and practices.
• Compile and analyze data from various projects / sources to monitor the status of customer projects and report to management. Projects may include the installation of various energy conservation measures (ECMs) such as HVAC, lighting, motors, energy management systems, etc., as appropriate for the program.
• Analyze performance results for management reports; Provide monthly project status forecasts.  Must be proficient with working independently while maintaining and applying working knowledge of company Standards of Business Controls and meet management’s expectations for effective internal business controls.
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc requests as necessary.
• During storm restoration efforts, may be required to perform functions outside of routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.

• Perform project site visits as required
• Manage customer relationships to provide program services with a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Ensure vendor and employee compliance with safety protocols and practices.

Job Qualifications/Skills

• B.S. Degree plus 5 years of experience in the space of energy efficiency programs, construction, or related fields. In lieu of a degree, 9 years of experience in the space of energy efficiency programs, construction, or related field

• Experience processing milestone based construction payments and forecasting financial spend

• Knowledge of energy efficiency measures, implementation, and cost

• Demonstrated excellent communication skills (oral and written)

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel & MS Word)

• Commitment to process improvement and attention to detail

• Knowledge of company’s CEF energy efficiency order and related frameworks such as the NJ Cost Test

• Able to travel within company territory to conduct meetings with customers, perform inspections, and manage relationships with contractors

• Valid US driver's license

Desired:

• Vendor management, invoicing skills.

• Building Performance Institute Certifications preferred

• Certified Energy Manager

 **Local candidates (NJ/Metropolitan area)

** Must be able to legally authorized to work in the United States**

** If chosen, prior to hiring Background and Drug Screening will be Mandatory **

Please apply today. Thank you.