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TRC Companies, Inc. · 2 days ago

Energy Efficiency Project Manager II

Clifton Park, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$92K/yr - $122K/yr

4+ years exp

TRC Companies, Inc. is a pioneer in delivering innovative solutions in engineering and technology. They are seeking a highly motivated Project Manager II to support energy efficiency initiatives in New York State, managing programs that promote heat pump adoption and collaborating with various stakeholders.

ConstructionConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringProfessional Services

Responsibilities

Manage large components of programs that aim to break down barriers to accelerated heat pump adoption - such as Clean Heat Connect, Experience Clean Heat, and the Emergency No Heat Data Pilot. Generalized activities may include:

Develop, and/or manage the development of, educational and support resources for the heat pump installation contractor’s market regarding heat pump sizing, design, and installation best practices

Manage the development of initiatives that co-promote home weatherization and envelope improvements complimentary to heat pump installations

Act as a program liaison to multiple heat pump distributor and/or manufacturer companies - building rapport, promoting program resources, gathering market intelligence, and supporting the initiative’s goals

Manage coordination and outreach with other entities and program implementers across New York to improve reach and impact

Suggest and implement improvements to program and project management processes

Attend events at heat pump distributor’s locations and promote program resources

Manage program pipeline tracking, data collection, and program reporting to the client

Support or manage electrification research projects - including demonstration pilots, case-studies, market assessments, and similar

Conduct literature review

Lead stakeholder interviews

Synthesize market research findings into client reports with actionable concrete recommendations

Fulfill contracted deliverables such as project updates, summary findings, final reports, and similar

Recruit and engage with demonstration sites

Manage project budgets effectively

Direct and support staff and subcontractors

Support or manage additional projects and programs that support building electrification and energy use reduction in the built environment

Engage with clients and support proposal development for new work

Write narratives and compile PowerPoint presentations on program performance and, if needed, present on said programs at meetings, conferences, and events

Keep informed of new products and market information of interest to our clients

Maintain knowledge on energy efficiency and electrification products and programs

Perform other responsibilities as assigned

Qualification

Energy efficiencyElectric heat pumpsProject managementBuilding scienceSustainability expertiseAnalytical skillsMS Office proficiencyStaff managementCommunication skillsTime managementTeam-orientedSelf-starter

Required

4-12 years of project experience related to energy efficiency, electrification, or decarbonization

Experience with electric heat pumps, energy efficiency, and building science considerations related to high performance buildings

Heat pump market understanding, including how to drive customer acceptance

Established analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

Strong project management skills with the ability to set priorities, collect and document project requirements, successfully handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Proven staff management and development capabilities to help junior staff rapidly grow their knowledge base and applicable skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, time management organizational skills, and attention to detail

The ability to communicate technical topics to a range of technical and non-technical audiences through presentations, trainings, case studies and other materials

Excellent computer skills: proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Team-oriented, hands-on, highly skilled, adaptive, and client-focused mentality

Ability to coordinate with other departments to support projects and development or refinement of strategies and processes

Must be a self-starter and function well independently and in teams

Preferred

Bachelors preferred; Masters degree a plus but not required

Sustainability/energy efficiency/building science certifications a plus but not required (including but not limited to: LEED, MFBA, CEM, PHI/PHIUS, CMVP, etc.)

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.

401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.

Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).

All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.

TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.