Team Lead, Outreach and Engagement - Equitable Building Decarbonization Construction Project Manager
About The Position
The Team Leader for Construction Project Managers will oversee a group of CPMs responsible for residential retrofit and remodel projects within the Southern California Equitable Building Decarbonization (SoCal EBD) program. This leadership role is critical to advancing equitable climate action, ensuring high-quality project delivery, and fostering a culture of transparency, accountability, and community engagement. The Team Leader will provide strategic direction, mentorship, and operational oversight to CPMs, ensuring projects are executed efficiently, meet regulatory standards, and align with program goals. This individual will champion best practices in project management, contractor oversight, and stakeholder engagement, while supporting professional development and continuous improvement across the team. This is a remote position that will require minimal travel within Southern California.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Energy, Environment, Business Administration, Sustainability and/or related field (candidates can substitute one year of related professional experience for each year of education)
- 3+ years of experience in fields of Construction Management, Environmental Engineering, Residential Remodeling, Residential Building Retrofits, Energy Efficiency Upgrades, HVAC, Plumbing, and/or closely related fields
- Must have a valid driver’s license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual or multilingual proficiency.
- Familiarity with energy efficiency or sustainability practices in construction.
- Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Project Management, Urban Planning, or related discipline.
Responsibilities
- Supervise, mentor, and support CPMs in all aspects of project delivery.
- Set clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback.
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and accountable team culture.
- Coordinate training and professional development opportunities.
- Monitor progress across all residential retrofit and remodel projects.
- Ensure projects meet quality, compliance, and timeline requirements.
- Support CPMs in resolving complex project issues and risks.
- Oversee contractor management and ensure adherence to program standards.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure consistent, transparent communication with homeowners, contractors, and program partners.
- Promote community-centered approaches and responsiveness to local needs.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives for project management processes.
- Review and approve project documentation and reporting.
- Analyze project outcomes and implement lessons learned.
- Ensure all team activities align with SoCal EBD’s decarbonization and equity objectives.
- Coordinate incentive layering, surveys, and QA/QC practices across projects.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
