Energy Efficiency Specialist (Newark)

PLEASE NOTE: WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING ANY 3RD PARTY SOLICITATIONS. ANY SUCH INQUIRIES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED OR RECEIVE A RESPONSE. WE CAN ONLY WORK WITH DIRECT APPLICANTS WHO ARE AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE US WITHOUT SPONSORSHIP. THIS IS AN ON-SITE ROLE FOR LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY.

SOFT's client, located in Newark, NJ (hybrid) is looking for an Energy Efficiency Specialist for a long term contract assignment.

The selected candidate will be responsible for the following:

-Provide Commercial & Industrial program management oversight over scope, schedule and budget of energy efficiency projects. Ensure projects meet all program requirements, including project scope and cost effectiveness.

-Develop and maintain the processes for implementing energy efficiency projects and programs in accordance with requirements for Energy Solutions (Engineered Solutions, Energy Management, and Advanced Custom).

-Interface with associates, vendors, customers, and outside consultants to assure the Program rules and requirements are maintained, the projects are cost effective, and the information needed for management and regulatory reporting is accurate and timely.

-Perform and oversee program and project QA/QC as required; Apply knowledge in energy savings measures and techniques to program and project oversight. ---Need to be familiar with residential and commercial energy efficiency program incentive structures.

-Manage customer relationships to provide program services with a high level of customer satisfaction.

-Coordinate and direct the activities of vendors and contractors. Review vendor deliverables. Monitor vendor performance and review/process vendor invoices.

-Ensure vendor and employee compliance with safety protocols and practices.

-Compile and analyze data from various projects / sources to monitor the status of customer projects and report to management. Projects may include the installation of various energy conservation measures (ECMs) such as HVAC, lighting, motors, energy management systems, etc., as appropriate for the program.

-Analyze performance results for management reports; Provide monthly project status forecasts

-Assist with special projects and ad hoc requests, as necessary.

Required

-B.S. Degree plus 5 years of experience in the space of energy efficiency programs, construction, or related fields. In lieu of a degree, 9 years of experience in the space of energy efficiency programs, construction, or related field

-Experience processing milestone-based construction payments and forecasting financial spend

-Knowledge of energy efficiency measures, implementation, and cost

-Demonstrated excellent communication skills (oral and written)

-Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel & MS Word)

-Commitment to process improvement and attention to detail

-Able to travel within NJ territory to conduct meetings with customers, perform inspections, and manage relationships with contractors

-Valid US driver's license

Desired

-Vendor management, invoicing skills.

-AEE CEM

-PE

-PMP