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TRC Companies, Inc. · 2 weeks ago

Energy Efficiency Project Manager

Clifton Park, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$78K/yr - $86K/yr

2+ years exp

TRC Companies, Inc. is a leader in innovative engineering solutions, focusing on decarbonization and energy efficiency. They are seeking a Project Manager to support energy efficiency initiatives in New York, requiring strong project management skills and technical expertise in electric heat pump technologies and building science.

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Responsibilities

Support 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

Support the implementation 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

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

Suggest improvements to program and project management processes

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

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

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

Conduct literature review

Lead stakeholder interviews

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

Recruit and engage with demonstration sites

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

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 efficiency expertiseElectric heat pump experienceProject management skillsBuilding science knowledgeAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsMS Office proficiencySustainability certificationsTeam-oriented mentalityProblem-solving skillsTime management skills

Required

2-8 years of project experience related to energy efficiency 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

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 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.