Energy Advisor - New Construction

Leidos•Honolulu, HI

About The Position

Leidos is seeking an Energy Advisor to join our Hawai‘i Energy program team’s efforts in empowering our community to achieve the state’s clean energy goals. For over 15 years, Hawai‘i Energy has empowered island families and businesses to make smart energy choices by educating them about the many, lasting benefits of clean energy. We encourage and reward practical everyday energy-saving decisions that save money, grow our economy and reduce the demand for electricity. Our team members are committed to our mission and supporting Hawai‘i’s goal to achieve 100% clean energy by 2045. Named by Hawai‘i Business Magazine as one of the “Best Places to Work 2018,2019,2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023. The Hawai‘i Energy program is administered by Leidos, Inc. under a contract with the Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission. For more information, visit www.hawaiienergy.com The Challenge: Exciting opportunity to join a team of Energy Advisors (EA) executing Hawaii Energy’s incentive programs and advisory services to businesses to accelerate the implementation of energy efficiency projects. The EA will work closely with key customers to overcome barriers to implementing energy efficiency projects. The EA will be responsible for developing customer and contractor relationships, serving as a trusted advisor to electric customers to drive the early adoption of energy efficiency and conservation measures. Under the guidance of the Commercial Team management and/or other staff, the Energy Advisor responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Efficiency project development with construction, design, architect and engineering firms to expand energy efficiency measure in new construction and major renovation projects Using past experience and existing relationships, increase the specification and installation of energy efficiency equipment for new buildings. Identify barriers to participation, particularly in new construction, and create new programs and services to increase engagement with the program and installation of energy efficiency equipment. Support building energy code (IECC) advancement and commercial building benchmarking efforts Provide support and innovative ideas for retail sector and multi-tenant space energy efficiency projects Develop positive relationships with customers and industry stakeholders. Seek comprehensive energy solutions for customers, creatively providing support as a trusted energy advisor. Coordinate and/or conduct training and educational seminars. Become a subject matter expert on Hawai‘i Energy’s programs, industry trends, energy efficient technologies and operational practices. Prioritize projects and create a roadmap for efficiency upgrades for customers. Provide timely, up-to-date forecasts of customers’ efficiency projects. Analyze energy data for individual customers and in aggregate. Work with customers’ engineering staff or consultants to track, measure and report energy savings. Occasional travel to neighbor islands and working on weekends at public events may be required. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with two plus (2+) years of relevant experience. May consider more years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
Strong understanding and background in commercial and/or residential development and new construction.
Basic understanding of the energy industry with the ability to become a subject matter expert.
Excellent oral and written communication skills including effectively presenting complex and/or technical information to a wide audience.
Possess a client-first attitude and be a relentless internal client champion with demonstrated experience building and managing relationships to reach a shared objective and drive towards desired business outcomes.
Self-starter and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Valid driver’s license and vehicle to meet with customers and conduct site visits as required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree in Engineering or related sciences field
Passionate about and committed to the Hawai‘i Energy mission and our goals.
Experience with energy model and simulation development
CEM, LEED AP, or other energy and sustainability certifications.
Skilled with Microsoft Excel worksheets and pivot tables.
Skilled with using Salesforce for customer relation management reporting.
Experience in data analytics and reporting.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Efficiency project development with construction, design, architect and engineering firms to expand energy efficiency measure in new construction and major renovation projects
Using past experience and existing relationships, increase the specification and installation of energy efficiency equipment for new buildings.
Identify barriers to participation, particularly in new construction, and create new programs and services to increase engagement with the program and installation of energy efficiency equipment.
Support building energy code (IECC) advancement and commercial building benchmarking efforts
Provide support and innovative ideas for retail sector and multi-tenant space energy efficiency projects
Develop positive relationships with customers and industry stakeholders.
Seek comprehensive energy solutions for customers, creatively providing support as a trusted energy advisor.
Coordinate and/or conduct training and educational seminars.
Become a subject matter expert on Hawai‘i Energy’s programs, industry trends, energy efficient technologies and operational practices.
Prioritize projects and create a roadmap for efficiency upgrades for customers.
Provide timely, up-to-date forecasts of customers’ efficiency projects.
Analyze energy data for individual customers and in aggregate.
Work with customers’ engineering staff or consultants to track, measure and report energy savings.
Occasional travel to neighbor islands and working on weekends at public events may be required.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.