Senior Project Manager - Commercial at Energy Trust of Oregon

Description

Position: Senior Project Manager-Commercial

Reports to: Senior Program Manager - New Commercial Construction

Compensation: Competitive starting salary $81,600 - $102,800 commensurate with skills and experience, Full Pay Range: $81,600 - $124,000

*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

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 Senior Project Manager-Commercial would be expected to report to the office on a quarterly basis, at minimum.

What We Are Looking For:

The Senior Project Manager – Commercial will support the New Buildings Sr. Program Manager in the Commercial Sector of the Energy Programs Team in execution of complex projects and strategic program initiatives, while ensuring alignment with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and best practices. This position is responsible for establishing and managing a clear and comprehensive process for stakeholder engagement, including utility engagement, stakeholder coalition engagement, and market research. This position reports to the Senior Program Manager of the New Buildings Program.

This role is responsible for the project management of a coalition that spans multiple organizations and disciplines, supporting meeting management and execution of key deliverables among a volunteer group of professionals. Because the New Buildings program includes significant market transformation work, this role may also be involved in market research, both primary and secondary.

Additionally, this role will work closely with New Buildings Sr. Program Manager to help frame opportunities for innovation and increased market penetration that may require cross-program or cross-sector collaboration, such as pilots or organizational strategies. The Senior Project Manager will have experience in successful approaches and processes to support efficient performance of project teams that include external stakeholders.

This position is remote but expected to report to the Portland office quarterly, at a minimum, for all-staff meetings and other in-person meetings.

What You’ll Do:

• Process development and documentation: ensure accuracy, organization, and compliance within project management documentation, utilizing Project Management Office best practices and guidance.
• Lead project management work and external contractors related to market research for the New Buildings Program.
• Stakeholder Risk management: Proactively identify and mitigate project risks. Maintain risk documentation and own stakeholder communication.
• Develop a process for ongoing utility collaboration, ensuring that program engagement with utilities aligns with organizational strategic and action plans.
• Budget management: manage non-PMC contract budgets , including reporting, invoicing, and forecasting.
• Communication: develop communication plans, document communications, and ensure clear reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead annual contracting and scopes of work, as well as RFP processes
• Assist in program evaluations and reviews.
• Perform all functions of the job in a safe manner and in compliance with Energy Trust policies.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position will direct the work of external contractors.
• This position may direct the work of interns.

Requirements

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree (engineering, science, economics, finance, business, environmental science, public policy or architecture preferred), or equivalent professional experience.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in managing program initiatives or project management.
• Demonstrated ability to work constructively with multidisciplinary teams that may have divergent interests.
• Ability to read and synthesize technical information/translate technical documents for non-technical audiences
• Group facilitation and team building – successful approaches and processes to facilitate, build, and manage high-performing project teams.
• Good organization, time management skills, problem-solving skills, and issue resolution.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills are required.
• Ability to support change management efforts related to project implementation
• Ability to produce clear, concise reports, recommendations, and presentations
• Project and contract management skills
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word software applications.
• Strong technical aptitude and attention to detail.
• The above information is designed to outline the major 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 resume and a cover letter that briefly shares your interest in this role. All applications must be submitted on our website at 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.

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