NYSERDA · 21 hours ago
Project Manager or Project Manager II
Albany, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$78K/yr - $131K/yr
5+ years expThe New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is dedicated to advancing New York’s energy transition. They are seeking a Project Manager to manage project-related activities for New Construction and Thermal Energy Networks programs, focusing on developing interventions that encourage private capital investment and accelerate clean energy adoption.
Energy
Responsibilities
Develop and implement high-impact interventions that leverage opportunities for projects
Identify barriers and opportunities through analysis and research
Conduct cost-benefit analysis for budgets and impacts of interventions using spreadsheet analysis with well-documented assumptions
Manage implementation of initiatives, monitor initiative performance, and provide recommendations grounded in analysis and market feedback to optimize interventions for greater impact
Develop RFP, PON and other solicitations documents, to ensure program objectives are likely to be met
Ensure programs align with the requirements from the funding source and have funds available in approved budgets
Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with vendors to ensure NYSERDA's interests are promoted and protected in support of the above, and in accordance with NYSERDA and New York State Procurement Policies
Develop Statements of Work, provide oversight, feedback and review of all tasks and deliverables and approve invoices for assigned contracts
Manage and develop specific relationships while increasing coordination with leading service providers, architects, engineers, and consultants in order to accelerate investment in decarbonization
Partner and coordinate with other state agencies and authorities, as well as utilities, to coordinate services and information for the market
Represent NYSERDA at meetings and events with external stakeholders
Contribute to a team culture of openness and collaboration
Become an invaluable member of NYSERDA’s New Construction Team, collaborating with staff in Albany, Buffalo and NYC
Perform all job responsibilities with respect, fairness, consistency, and inclusion
Perform other responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience in building energy efficiency or a related field
Bachelor's degree and 6 years of experience in building energy efficiency or a related field
Knowledge of and insight into building electrification, resiliency, energy management, energy codes, regulatory proceedings, environmental and economic impacts, opportunities, and impediments across the housing, commercial, institutional, and/or industrial sectors
Understanding of code and policies, building science, engineering, and related construction market issues for residential and commercial building and building systems design and operation
Understanding of building systems and high efficiency technologies like high performance envelopes, geothermal heat pumps and/or cold climate heat pumps
Familiarity with Passive House certification processes and other third-party standards such as LEED, Enterprise Green Communities, ENERGY STAR, WELL, Fitwell, EnerPhit, etc
Exemplary program and project management skills with the ability to set priorities, develop and execute on a workplan, balance research, analysis, a stakeholder engagement with pragmatism, and an action-bias to deliver activity in the market
Demonstrated problem-solving ability with a proactive and collaborative style
Exceptional organizational, time management and planning skills to successfully handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability and appetite to learn and assimilate new information and think holistically through complex problems with technical and non-technical components
Ability to work independently and cross-functionally with other teams
Perform all job responsibilities with respect, fairness, consistency, and inclusion
Track record for building effective partnerships, facilitating consensus-building among multiple stakeholders
Top-notch presentation and interpersonal skills that resonate with audiences of different backgrounds; the ability to communicate persuasively, concisely and unambiguously in speech and writing
A self-starter who functions well independently and in teams
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams), Adobe Pro, as well as Salesforce (for project management)
Ability to travel 5-10 % across New York State
Preferred
Master's degree and 4 years of experience particularly in architecture, engineering, real estate, urban planning, or related field with a professional certification in energy or building science or engineering preferred
Master's degree with 5 years of experience particularly in architecture, engineering, real estate, urban planning, or related field with a professional certification in energy or building science or engineering preferred
Registered Architect, Professional Engineer, MBA or MPP preferred
CEM or CEA Certification by the Association of Energy Engineers
A personal accreditation with a relevant third-party building rating system (e.g., LEED AP, etc.)
Company
NYSERDA
NYSERDA offers solution to increase energy efficiency, save money, use renewable energy, and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. It is a sub-organization of New York State.
201-500 employees
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Chief Financial Officer
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