Business Energy Services Project Manager, Energy Efficiency Advisor

The Vermont Energy Investment Corporation (VEIC), founded in 1986, is a non-profit organization with approximately 160 employees. VEIC's mission is to reduce the economic, social, and environmental costs of energy consumption through the promotion of cost-effective energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies.

Position Overview:

(What is done and why.)

Identifies, advocates for and advises on energy efficiency improvements in new construction and existing industrial, commercial and multi-family buildings and facilities.  Participates in the development and delivery of market based services to maximize the penetration of cost effective energy efficiency in business markets while contributing to a mission-driven, creative, enjoyable and stimulating work environment. 

Responsibilities:

(Majority of duties, but not meant to be all-inclusive nor prevent other duties from being assigned as necessary.)

1. Works with customers, including clients, architects, engineers, vendors, trade allies and other relevant players to promote the installation of cost-effective efficiency improvements in customer's future and existing buildings and facilities and creatively overcome barriers to installation.
2. Performs energy analyses, analyzes fuel and utility bills, estimates savings and costs, screens measures, provides recommendations and technical assistance for customers.
3. Works with BES Managers, Senior Project Managers and customers to determine and negotiate the appropriate incentives.
4. Meets with customers to identify and prioritize site specific project needs and opportunities, develop customer relationships, and inspect installed measures.
5. May work with large commercial and industrial customers to develop energy management goals and strategies.
6. Reviews architectural and engineering plans and specifications for energy efficient design and makes recommendations for upgrades.
7. Persuades clients to adopt and install energy efficiency recommendations to save energy.
8. Maintains accurate project records and documentation within VEIC's database system and in hard copy files.
9. Participates in the development and delivery of market based services. For example: supporting business development, Efficiency Vermont conference, develop training modules for clients and internal staff, research and present new products, technologies, and better ways of doing things, and participation in market teams.
10. When required, develops project specifications, solicits contractor submittals, and holds pre-bid meetings for retrofit projects.
11. Provides support to the activities of VEIC as necessary to accomplish organizational goals and objectives.

Qualifications:

(Minimum education, experience, technical and communication skill levels and licenses/certificates normally required to perform the duties of this position.)

1. Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, environmental science, related field and/or CEM preferred plus a minimum of 2 years analyzing energy use, identifying opportunities for energy improvements, and assisting customers with implementation, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.
2. Strong understanding of buildings, facilities and/or manufacturing systems, building energy use, building construction, and energy analysis techniques. Experience with large scale commercial/industrial a plus.
3. Demonstrated success in project management, construction management and building long-term customer relationships.
4. Proficiency with spreadsheet, word processing, computer-based analysis tools and modeling software.
5. Knowledge of relevant codes and standards.
6. Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to apply within a team environment.
7. Demonstrated ability to be organized, detail-oriented, accurate, and able to independently handle multiple projects and associated tasks and competing priorities in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
8. Strong personal commitment to VEIC's mission and values.

Working Conditions: (Typical working conditions associated with this type of work and environmental hazards, if any, that may be encountered in performing the duties of this position.)

• Internal: Work is normally performed in climate controlled office environment, where exposure to conditions of extreme heat/cold, poor ventilation, fumes and gases is very limited. Noise level is moderate and includes sounds of normal office equipment (computers, telephones, etc.).  No known environmental hazards are encountered in normal performance of internal job duties.
• External: Work requires moderate travel approximately 35% on average throughout Vermont to visit sites where efficiency measures are possible, proposed or installed. Site visits may include entry into existing commercial, industrial, multifamily, or institutional facilities or construction sites. Site visits may involve examination of mechanical or electrical systems and/or processes, as well as building components.  Candidates must possess a reliable vehicle for travel required by position.

Physical Demands: (The physical effort generally associated with this position.)

• Work involves standing and walking for brief periods of time, but many duties are performed from a seated position. There is potential for eyestrain from reading detailed materials and computer screen. Deadlines, workloads during peak periods and changing priorities may cause increased stress levels. Work may include occasional pushing, pulling, or carrying objects weighing of approximately 40 pounds such as files, documents, and some equipment. Work normally requires finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to operate computer keyboards at a moderate skill level. Repetitive motion injuries may occur. Company will provide adaptive devices as needed.  External work may involve inspecting and crawling in confined spaces as well as climbing ladders.

Supervised By: Supervision is received from Senior Project Managers.