Existing Buildings Downstream Lighting Lead

TRC Companies • OR-Portland, OR

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About The Position

TRC, Member of WSP, is hiring a Lighting Lead for its Existing Buildings program in Oregon. The role is responsible for successful delivery of the commercial downstream lighting program, including client management, support for future program design, project pipeline development and oversight, incentive budget management, and strategic direction to maximize program performance and customer engagement. The role coordinates with internal technical and outreach teams, external partners, clients, trade allies, and subcontractors to support program development and delivery, operational excellence, achievement of program goals, and lighting project close-out.

The Lighting Lead works closely with the Program Manager to operationalize and improve the program and provides implementation support to operations, measure development, and program development teams. The position calls for a leader with experience managing energy efficiency programs, subcontractors, and cross-functional teams, along with strong communication skills and business acumen. Commercial lighting technology experience is highly desirable. The role also calls for experience designing tracking systems, managing budgets, serving as the consulting client point person, and handling multiple tasks and data under the guidance of the program management team.

The job is located in Oregon. Compensation is listed as USD $90,459.20–$125,000 per year, with potential eligibility for the company’s annual discretionary bonus program based on company, business segment, and individual performance.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Direct client interface experience.
• Understanding of energy efficiency lighting programs.
• Excellent client management skills.
• Self-driven, with critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong teamwork skills and effective communication in person, by email, and by phone.
• Ability to contribute to multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail.
• Excellent time management, including the ability to monitor and manage project progress.
• Ability to coordinate, schedule, and conduct team meetings professionally.
• Basic knowledge of energy efficiency.
• Technical knowledge of lighting systems and understanding of manufacturer and distributor business models and their relationship with installation contractors.
• Strong computer proficiency for day-to-day work and meeting attendance.
• Experience using MS Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to conduct independent computer-based research.

Nice To Haves

• Lighting program implementation or design experience is preferred.
• Experience with commercial lighting technologies is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main point of contact for the client, responding to requests and communicating lighting program changes, issues, and developments.
• Serve as the main point of contact for the internal team regarding lighting program strategy.
• Assist with the design, development, and execution of program strategy to achieve annual energy savings and incentive budget goals.
• Collaborate with Operations, Program Development, Data, Outreach, Marketing, Program Management, trade allies, clients, and community partners to develop program designs and implementation plans.
• Manage third-party vendors to ensure alignment with contractual performance expectations.
• Review and approve incentive applications and exceptions.
• Ensure compliance with program guidelines and client expectations.
• Develop operational processes for special promotions and initiatives.
• Monitor program performance and analyze pipeline trends to identify opportunities to accelerate project completion.
• Identify and implement improvements to enhance customer experience, streamline operations, reduce risk, and strengthen program outcomes.
• Support lighting measure development by collecting stakeholder input, researching customer impact, proposing program design, and using data-driven insights to respond to requests.
• Coordinate with team members in other program functional areas to exchange ideas, promote collaboration, and leverage best practices.
• Attend and represent the program at strategy and development meetings with the client, PDC, other PMCs, and subcontractors.
• Support standard and ad hoc internal and external reporting that demonstrates program performance and informs future strategic planning.
• Manage, develop, and refine tracking systems for goals, budget management, and forecasting.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with traditional and Roth options and company match
• Paid time off ranging from 15 to 25 days per year, contingent on employment status and seniority
• At least 8 paid holidays per year for full-time employees
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of the employee’s state of residence

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed