Senior Energy Efficiency Program Manager

Resource Innovations • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Resource Innovations is seeking a Senior Program Manager in the Chicago, Illinois area to lead and oversee large-scale commercial and industrial energy efficiency programs. The role is part of a leadership team managing implementation, outreach, operations, technical, and marketing professionals to deliver programming that meets client goals and expectations. The Senior Program Manager develops and delivers short- and long-term implementation plans, budgets, and forecasts; leads cross-functional program activities; and builds trusted relationships with clients, industry stakeholders, and program contacts. The position also coordinates delivery of utility programs according to contract terms and budgets, tracks deliverables, manages partners and subcontractors, and handles client communications. Candidates must be located in the Chicago area or willing to relocate within 30 days of acceptance. Resource Innovations is a women-led energy transformation firm focused on energy efficiency and expanding clean energy solutions, including load flexibility, electrification, and carbon reduction.

Requirements

• Must be located in the Chicago, IL area or willing to relocate within 30 days of acceptance.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, energy, engineering, or a related field of study.
• At least 5 years of experience in energy efficiency or a related field.
• Proven success developing and implementing project scopes, budgets, and plans.
• Ability and experience in short- and long-range planning and strategy.
• Previous contract development and negotiation experience.
• Excellent project and program management skills.
• Proficient in establishing job and work process flows.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to multitask and consistently meet deadlines accurately and within budget.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills.
• Interest in sustainability and passion for making a meaningful impact on the environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree specifically in engineering or energy.
• Master’s degree in business, energy, engineering, or a related field of study.
• Positive, action-oriented attitude demonstrating initiative and creativity.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a highly positive and streamlined customer experience.
• Interest in sustainability and passion for making a meaningful impact on the environment.

Responsibilities

• Support program design, including creating work plans to meet goals, aligning staff assignments, managing programs to goal, and providing accurate forecasts internally and to clients.
• Coordinate delivery of large-budget energy efficiency programs for utility clients according to contract terms and program budgets.
• Identify, define, quantify, track, and drive program deliverables to be submitted accurately and on time.
• Continuously assess progress toward program goals and develop solutions to new issues and market dynamics.
• Manage subcontractors, community partners, and other industry affiliates and stakeholders.
• Manage client expectations, satisfaction, and communications by resolving or escalating client issues.
• Work with internal departments such as IT, Marketing, Finance, and HR to develop efficiencies that meet program needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Three weeks of paid vacation annually.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Medical coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Parental leave.
• Employee assistance program.
• Commuter benefits.
• Additional supplemental offerings.
• Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior