Program Specialist Energy Efficiency

Ameren•Peoria, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Specialist, Energy Efficiency is part of the Ameren Illinois Clean Energy Transition Department's Business Operations team and is responsible for the oversight of the business operations components of Ameren Illinois and contractor-implemented Energy Efficiency and Demand Response programs. Key responsibilities include: Monitor the performance of contractors responsible for the implementation and operation of Energy Efficiency. Oversee the coordination of selecting, onboarding, and contracting with external resources (subcontractors and vendors) committed to successful program execution. Collaborate extensively with internal stakeholders involved in approving and overseeing external vendors. Maintain an appropriate positive and mutually beneficial business relationship with business, professional groups, and industry allies in support of Ameren Illinois’ Energy Efficiency objectives. Assist in the development and execution of business processes and strategies to increase Energy Efficiency participation among Ameren Illinois customers. Drive cost efficiency with external vendors through coordinating Requests for Proposals, direct negotiations, and market research. Track program metrics. Prepare status reports to accurately monitor progress against program objectives, timelines, budgets and goals. Stay current with ongoing trends in energy efficiency and demand response. Occasional day trips within Ameren Illinois' territory and occasional overnight travel are required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree for an accredited college or university required.
Three or more years of relevant experience required (e.g., contract compliance, marketing, accounting, technology, data reporting, engineering).
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with critical time deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent business acumen
Potential for leadership
Ability to work successfully in a team environment
Proven ability to collaborate successfully among diverse groups of internal and external stakeholders to achieve business objectives.
Strong decision making, problem solving, analytical and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

MBA, other related graduate degree, or Juris Doctorate preferred.
Experience in contract development and management activities including supplier negotiations, statement of work drafting, vendor compensation models and invoicing, and contract administration is strongly preferred.
May waive degree requirement for candidates with seven or more years of directly relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Monitor the performance of contractors responsible for the implementation and operation of Energy Efficiency.
Oversee the coordination of selecting, onboarding, and contracting with external resources (subcontractors and vendors) committed to successful program execution.
Collaborate extensively with internal stakeholders involved in approving and overseeing external vendors.
Maintain an appropriate positive and mutually beneficial business relationship with business, professional groups, and industry allies in support of Ameren Illinois’ Energy Efficiency objectives.
Assist in the development and execution of business processes and strategies to increase Energy Efficiency participation among Ameren Illinois customers.
Drive cost efficiency with external vendors through coordinating Requests for Proposals, direct negotiations, and market research.
Track program metrics.
Prepare status reports to accurately monitor progress against program objectives, timelines, budgets and goals.
Stay current with ongoing trends in energy efficiency and demand response.