Energy Efficiency Projects Lead

Stefanini Group•Newark, NJ

14h•Hybrid

About The Position

Stefanini Group is hiring an Energy Efficiency Project Lead to provide program management oversight for energy efficiency projects, including scope, schedule, and budget management in compliance with the BPU Order and client procedures. The role ensures projects meet program requirements, including project scope and cost-effectiveness, and develops and maintains processes for implementing projects and programs under BPU-approved requirements. The Project Lead works with client associates, vendors, customers, and outside consultants to maintain program rules, project cost-effectiveness, and accurate, timely management and regulatory reporting. The role oversees program and project quality assurance and quality control, applies knowledge of energy-saving measures, manages customer relationships, and coordinates vendors and contractors. Projects may include HVAC, lighting, motors, and energy management system installations. The position includes reviewing vendor deliverables, monitoring vendor performance, processing invoices, compiling and analyzing project data, preparing management reports, and providing monthly project status forecasts. Site visits and travel within PSE&G territory are required. During storm restoration efforts, duties and schedules may differ from normal operations. This is a hybrid position based in Newark, New Jersey: remote on Mondays and Fridays, in-office Tuesdays through Thursdays, with potential on-site inspections once a month. Candidates must be located in New Jersey to start and have reliable transportation for inspection days.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree and five years of experience in energy efficiency programs, construction, or related fields; alternatively, nine years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
Experience processing milestone-based construction payments and forecasting financial spend.
Knowledge of energy efficiency measures, implementation, and cost.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
Commitment to process improvement and attention to detail.
Knowledge of the client’s CEF energy efficiency order and related frameworks such as the NJ Cost Test.
Ability to travel within PSE&G territory for customer meetings, inspections, and contractor relationship management.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Vendor management and invoicing skills.
Must be located in New Jersey to start and able to work on-site three or more days per week.

Nice To Haves

Building Performance Institute certifications.
Certified Energy Manager certification.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage processes for implementing energy efficiency projects and programs in accordance with BPU-approved program requirements.
Work with client associates, vendors, customers, and outside consultants to maintain program rules, project cost-effectiveness, and accurate, timely management and regulatory reporting.
Coordinate and direct vendor and contractor activities; review vendor deliverables, monitor performance, and review and process invoices.
Perform and oversee program and project quality assurance and quality control.
Apply knowledge of energy-saving measures and techniques to program and project oversight.
Conduct project site visits as required.
Compile and analyze project data to monitor customer project status and report to management.
Analyze performance results for management reports and provide monthly project status forecasts.
Manage customer relationships to provide program services with a high level of customer satisfaction.
Ensure vendors and employees comply with safety protocols and practices.
Work independently while applying client Standards of Business Controls and meeting expectations for effective internal business controls.
Assist with special projects and ad hoc requests as needed.
During storm restoration efforts, perform functions outside routine duties and potentially work a different schedule.