Energy Efficiency Program Director
Energy Solutions
Lead and expand utility‑funded energy efficiency programs in the Pacific Northwest.
24 days ago ago
$145,000 - $180,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Portland, OR
Hybrid
Company Size
589 Employees
Service Specialisms
Energy Consulting
Renewable Energy Solutions
Energy Efficiency
Sustainability Consulting
Engineering Services
Project Management
Design and Implementation
Sector Specialisms
Decommissioning & Decontamination
Waste Management
Federal Services
Nuclear Services
Industrial
Oil and Gas Exploration
Environmental
Energy Storage
Role
What you would be doing
deliverable review
proposal development
program delivery
budget management
stakeholder engagement
team supervision
- Review and approve client deliverables, proposals, and reports to ensure compliance and high standards
- Collaborate closely with the Senior Director to align departmental goals with organizational strategy and growth targets
- Initiate, lead, and follow through on proposals for new and current projects and programs
- Supervise and support a multidisciplinary team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional development
- Facilitate collaboration across internal and external teams to achieve shared goals effectively
- Engage with clients, partners, and stakeholders to ensure satisfaction, resolve issues, and strengthen relationships
- Conduct performance management and supervision of department staff
- Monitor program performance metrics, budgets, and timelines; identify and address risks or bottlenecks proactively
- Support business development by identifying new opportunities and contributing to proposal strategy
- Oversee and develop detailed annual growth plans; allocate budgets and resources to achieve them
- Oversee successful delivery of a portfolio of energy efficiency programs, ensuring timely execution, quality control, measurable impact and meeting financial targets
- Promote a culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement across all program areas
- Lead/support development of proposals and business development efforts
- Facilitate internal communications, team meetings, and cross-functional coordination to drive operational excellence
- Maintain regular communication with department staff and management to direct priorities
- Stay current on energy codes, incentive programs, and emerging technologies to inform strategic decisions
- Lead and support change management efforts by guiding teams through transitions, aligning stakeholders, and fostering adaptability to evolving priorities and program goals
- Manage workload distribution, including recruiting, staffing, and assigning work across the team
What you bring
5+ years
bachelor's
excel
project management
financial acumen
energy efficiency
- Minimum of 5 years' experience with program implementation and growth, ideally in demand management and/or storage program administration
- Be recognized within the organization and industry as a delivery leader
- Demonstrate leadership and management qualities essential for success in the role
- Exceptional interpersonal and written communication skills
- Proven track record of delivering utility-funded energy efficiency programs
- Proven track record of successful supervision or organizational leadership experience
- Demonstrated ability to provide thought leadership to achieve energy and climate goals
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, energy, policy, engineering, or a related field
- Ability to solve complex problems and provide solutions
- Strong client management and project management skills
- Strong financial acumen including budgeting, cost management, and maximizing profitability
- Demonstrated knowledge of energy efficiency principles, technologies, and utility program structures, including familiarity with incentive mechanisms, regulatory frameworks, and market-based approaches
- A minimum of 10 years of work experience including at least 5 years of supervision and leadership of multigenerational teams
- Demonstrate exceptional client management skills
- Demonstrated outstanding problem solving, quantitative, and analytical skills
- Detail oriented with ability to manage time and organize competing priorities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel for data analysis and reporting, PowerPoint for executive presentations, and Word for documentation, reporting and proposal development
- Ability to balance competing priorities
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial oversight of large-scale initiatives
- Ability to work in a team-oriented collegial and collaborative, but fast-paced and dynamic environment at a growing company
- Bonus if experience with implementing program in the west and have existing relationships with the industry in the west region
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Security clearance- compulsory background check will be performed.
- drug screen and proof of indefinite u.s. work authorization are required.
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Company
Overview
1995
Company Milestone
The company was founded, marking the beginning of its mission-driven journey in clean-energy innovation.
30 Years
Experience & Achievement
Celebrating three decades of leadership in designing and implementing impactful clean-energy programs.
- Pioneering market-based clean-energy programs.
- Specializing in engineering and administering upstream/midstream incentive programs.
- Award-winning efforts in demand management, distributed energy, building codes & appliance standards.
- Drives distributed energy resource programs including solar, storage, community solar, and DER incentive design.
- Partners on clean transportation, assisting fleets from transit authorities to delivery giants in EV infrastructure and planning.
- Supports utilities, governments, and private clients with policy advocacy, technical analysis, analytics, and creative program design.
- Operates seven offices across six states, serving clients nationwide with diverse, high-impact energy, carbon, and water solutions.
900% savings
Upstream Program Efficiency
Program designs that achieve significant savings through upstream and midstream approaches compared to traditional downstream solutions.
- Focused on creating large‑scale environmental impacts
- Provide cost effective, market‑based carbon, energy, and water management solutions
- Leverage the power of the market to deliver large scale carbon, energy and water use savings
- Apply experience and expertise in market incentive programs, flexible demand response, solar and storage, and policy and building codes
- Support development and deployment of demand management technologies to integrate with energy efficiency
- Deliver smart and effective codes and standards through policy and technical expertise
- Manage distributed energy resources programs to reduce technology barriers and increase access
64 Million Tons
GHG Reduction
Annual reduction of greenhouse gas emissions achieved through supported initiatives, contributing to global climate goals.
1.5 Million Homes
Electricity Savings
Annual electricity savings achieved, equivalent to powering 1.5 million homes annually.
Over 2 Years
Water Savings
Annual water savings equivalent to Houston’s domestic water use for more than two years.
- Natural gas savings equivalent to all annual residential gas use in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island
- Offer solutions in building decarbonization, energy efficiency, demand management, renewables & distributed energy resources, and clean transportation
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