Program Manager - Industrial at Energy Trust of Oregon

Description

Position: Program Manager - Industrial

Reports to: Sr. Program Manager - Industrial

Compensation*: Competitive starting salary $88,800 – 112,800 commensurate with skills and experience, Full Pay Range: $88,800 - $136,700

Energy Trust is committed to pay equity. Energy Trust is committed to fair employment

practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience and training.

*Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications in the pay equity assessment to determine equitable salary placement. Candidates should expect compensation offers within the starting compensation range. The full pay range is included to show the potential earnings for this position with sustained high performance.  

Employment Classification: Full Time, Exempt

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible, position is open until filled

Office Location: Portland Metro Area, Oregon, USA

BACKGROUND

About Energy Trust of Oregon

Energy Trust of Oregon is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to energy efficiency and renewable energy development. We serve Oregon customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural, Cascade Natural Gas and Avista, and SW Washington customers of NW Natural. Year over year Energy Trust is recognized as one of the 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For in Oregon.

Our Vision

Clean, affordable energy for everyone.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We recognize the lack of diversity in our industry, and we actively seek to address it with our hiring and retention practices as well as our values. We believe every person and their lived experience is integral to building a vibrant culture and delivering effective services to all customers we serve. We are committed to the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and we encourage candidates with diverse backgrounds and experience to apply.

Our Location

Energy Trust provides for a range of work location options, including remote, hybrid and in-office work. This position will represent Energy Trust in public settings and potentially at community events. We are open to candidates who live throughout Oregon and Washington. The Program Manager would be expected to report to the office on a quarterly basis, at minimum.

What We’re Looking For:

This Program Manager – Industrial will manage the design, development, delivery and ongoing implementation of Energy Trust’s Industrial Energy Performance Management offerings for customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural, Cascade Natural Gas, and Avista. The position will manage budgets and savings goals associated with the delivery of the offerings while building and maintaining relationships with contractors, customers, utilities and external stakeholders. 

This individual reports to the Sr. Program Manager. 

This position is expected to report to the Portland office quarterly at a minimum for all staff and other in-person meetings. This position should consider traveling as needed to customer sites and industry conferences a few times a year. 

What You’ll Do:

• Manage all aspects of the Industrial sector Energy Performance Management offerings including goal setting, budgeting, program development and implementation. The Energy Performance Management offerings include strategic energy management (SEM), energy management internship and treasure hunt offerings. 
• Ensure that the Energy Performance Management design, strategy, marketing and implementation activities are synchronized with the Custom offering activities. 
• Review and analyze current and historic performance data to inform and adjust energy performance management delivery and offering design. 
• Direct the work of internal energy trust staff and external contractors supporting Energy Performance Management implementation activities.  
• Oversee strategy development for SEM and other energy management approaches, including the evolution of energy performance offerings to support small to medium customers, accelerate savings, and optimize and leverage the use of our energy management software.   
• Coordinate across cross-functional teams and external stakeholders on the development and available features for our energy management software. 
• Lead the Energy Performance Management elements of the program contracting process. This includes supporting the development of RFP’s, scopes of work, soliciting bids, negotiating and finalizing contracts. 
• Manage the Energy Performance Management elements of contracts and budgets, directing the work of contractors to achieve program goals and ensuring terms and deliverables are met. 
• Coordinate and collaborate with Energy Trust Industry and Agriculture program managers and internal support teams to ensure program effectiveness and continued innovation.
• Write and present reports to advisory committee, board and other internal stakeholders. 
• Assist in program evaluations and reviews. 
• As needed, serve on relevant public boards and committees including the Consortium for Energy Efficiency’s SEM committee and North American SEM Collaborative. Coordinate delivery channels across market segments with other regional efforts such as those by NEEA and BPA. 
• Represent Energy Trust interests and regularly give persuasive presentations to external stakeholders and customers at public events. 
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned. 
• Perform all duties of the job in a safe manner. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

·       This position will direct the work of external contractors and internal Energy Trust staff members.  

Requirements

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree (engineering, science, economics, or relevant area of study preferred), or equivalent years of professional experience in these industries 
• Five years of experience in program and/or project management within the energy efficiency industry. Strategic Energy Management experience strongly preferred. 
• 2 years of experience managing complex contracts and budgets and directing the work of contractors and staff.  
• Understanding of contract administration and risk mitigation 
• Experience in program design, delivery and all phases of implementation. 
• Experience in all phases of hiring and managing contractors, from internal approval of funding, writing scopes of work,  soliciting bids, negotiating and finalizing contracts, to managing the execution of the contract. 
• Experience with energy efficiency and energy economics (i.e. measure life, cost benefit analysis) preferred. 
• Experience working on multiple team-based initiatives and balancing multiple priorities. 
• Delegation, financial analysis, prioritization and time management, multitasking and strong interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software applications, particularly Excel and knowledge of SharePoint.  
• Strong analytical, writing, and communications skills. 
• Understanding of utility regulatory environment and political context for Energy Trust’s work preferred  
• Customer service skills and experience. 
• Must be able to interact with a diverse workforce and be comfortable working in culturally diverse settings and groups.  

The above information is designed to outline the functions and position requirements of this job. It does not identify all tasks that may be expected, nor address the performance standards that must be maintained. 

Benefits

What You’ll Get:

• Health/dental/vision insurance
• Employer sponsored and paid life/disability
• 401(k) with a company contribution of 6% of your salary after 90 days of employment
• TriMet pass
• Access to health and dependent FSA/HSA accounts
• Generous paid vacation, holidays and sick days
• Paid volunteer hours
• Employee assistance program
• Career advancement opportunities
• Great colleagues and culture
• Flexibility to work from home and/or an office space at the Portland, OR location 
• Work from home laptop provided
• Read more about our benefits here

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please submit a cover letter and resume on Energy Trust’s website www.energytrust.org/About/careers.

All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background check (which may include employment verification, education verification, criminal history, motor vehicle record) and reference checks.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that candidates from certain demographics are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification—for example, women and People of Color. At Energy Trust we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace—if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles. 

Energy Trust of Oregon is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact us. Energy Trust of Oregon is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Energy Trust is committed to pay equity. Energy Trust is committed to fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience and training.

*Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications in the pay equity assessment to determine equitable salary placement. Candidates should expect compensation offers within the starting compensation range. The full pay range is included to show the earnings potential for this position with sustained high performance.  

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