Sr. Project Manager - Residential

Energy Trust of Oregon•Portland, OR

4h•$81,600 - $124,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr. Project Manager - Residential supports the development and delivery of innovative programs and initiatives within the Residential sector. This role will support the sector’s efforts to integrate new program designs and funding sources, expand program participation across key residential customer groups, develop new savings opportunities, and increase the scale of our program offerings. This role will be responsible for launching and managing implementation of the federally funded Home Energy Rebates Programs which encourages energy efficiency upgrades in existing single-family and multifamily homes. This work will oversee implementation activities delivered through contracted resources in coordination with, and in support of, cross-functional Program Managers and the Residential Sector Lead. This position is expected to report to the Portland office quarterly at a minimum for all staff and other in-person meetings. This individual reports to the Residential Sector Lead.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as energy management, public policy, or business administration.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in program management, preferably within the nonprofit sector or energy industry.
Strong knowledge of residential energy efficiency practices and technologies.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage a diverse range of stakeholders.
Experience with budget management and financial reporting in a nonprofit context.

Responsibilities

Develop and oversee project implementation activities, including monitoring contract performance of Program Management Contractors (PMCs).
Support internal Program Managers in implementing a suite of program initiatives intended to deliver energy savings benefits across a variety of customer segments.
Launch and operate new grant funded programs, including the Inflation Reduction Act programs HOMES and HEAR.
Maintain a responsibility matrix clarifying accountability and roles of contracted resources and Energy Trust staff.
Direct the work of internal and external staff to operate a new program, including, but not limited to, oversight of contracted resources, trade ally and community outreach, operations and project management.
Responsible for the day-to-day operations of Federally funded program that spans across residential and multifamily homes.
Collaborate and work cross-functionally with other departments inside of Energy programs, marketing, and across organizational support teams.
Coordinate, review and assist program management contractors in developing various program forms, marketing pieces, project processing and correspondence.
Establish clear guidelines and program requirement documentation.
Develop strategy and utilize various tools within internal and external systems to track and report on performance of program initiatives.
Represent Energy Trust’s program offerings and initiatives in public settings with customers, contractors and stakeholder audiences.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Perform all functions of the job in a safe manner.

Benefits

Health/dental/vision insurance
Employer sponsored and paid life/disability
401(k) with a company contribution of 6% of your salary after 90 days of employment
TriMet pass
Access to health and dependent FSA/HSA accounts
Generous paid vacation, holidays and sick days
Paid volunteer hours
Employee assistance program
Career advancement opportunities
Great colleagues and culture
Flexibility to work from home and/or an office space at the Portland, OR location
Work from home laptop provided