Program Director - Energy Efficiency

Overview

Lead and expand utility-funded energy efficiency programs in the Pacific Northwest.

Key Responsibilities

• program delivery
• performance metrics
• budget management
• proposal development
• client engagement
• team management

Tasks

-Manage workload distribution, including recruiting, staffing, and assigning work across the team -Conduct performance management and supervision of department staff -Collaborate closely with the Senior Director to align departmental goals with organizational strategy and growth targets -Engage with clients, partners, and stakeholders to ensure satisfaction, resolve issues, and strengthen relationships -Oversee successful delivery of a portfolio of energy efficiency programs, ensuring timely execution, quality control, measurable impact and meeting financial targets -Stay current on energy codes, incentive programs, and emerging technologies to inform strategic decisions -Facilitate internal communications, team meetings, and cross-functional coordination to drive operational excellence -Review and approve client deliverables, proposals, and reports to ensure compliance and high standards -Support business development by identifying new opportunities and contributing to proposal strategy -Facilitate collaboration across internal and external teams to achieve shared goals effectively -Maintain regular communication with department staff and management to direct priorities -Supervise and support a multidisciplinary team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional development -Promote a culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement across all program areas -Initiate, lead, and follow through on proposals for new and current projects and programs -Oversee and develop detailed annual growth plans; allocate budgets and resources to achieve them -Monitor program performance metrics, budgets, and timelines; identify and address risks or bottlenecks proactively -Lead and support change management efforts by guiding teams through transitions, aligning stakeholders, and fostering adaptability to evolving priorities and program goals -Lead/support development of proposals and business development efforts

Requirements

• leadership
• excel
• budgeting
• energy efficiency
• program management
• bachelor's

What You Bring

-A minimum of 10 years of work experience including at least 5 years of supervision and leadership of multigenerational teams -Ability to solve complex problems and provide solutions -Proven track record of delivering utility-funded energy efficiency programs -Strong financial acumen including budgeting, cost management, and maximizing profitability -Demonstrated outstanding problem solving, quantitative, and analytical skills -Be recognized within the organization and industry as a delivery leader -Demonstrate exceptional client management skills -Minimum of 5 years' experience with program implementation and growth, ideally in demand management and/or storage program administration -Demonstrate leadership and management qualities essential for success in the role -Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel for data analysis and reporting, PowerPoint for executive presentations, and Word for documentation, reporting and proposal development -Proven track record of successful supervision or organizational leadership experience -Bachelor's degree in business administration, energy, policy, engineering, or a related field -Strong client management and project management skills -Ability to work in a team-oriented collegial and collaborative, but fast-paced and dynamic environment at a growing company -Exceptional interpersonal and written communication skills -Ability to balance competing priorities -Demonstrated knowledge of energy efficiency principles, technologies, and utility program structures, including familiarity with incentive mechanisms, regulatory frameworks, and market-based approaches -Detail oriented with ability to manage time and organize competing priorities -Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial oversight of large-scale initiatives -Demonstrated ability to provide thought leadership to achieve energy and climate goals

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Benefits

-Bonus if experience with implementing program in the west and have existing relationships with the industry in the west region

About Energy Solutions

-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.

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Security Clearance

-compulsory background check required. -drug screen and indefinite u.s. work authorization are preconditions.