Renewable Energy Project Coordinator

The Bonneville Environmental Foundation (BEF) is seeking to fill a new position—Renewable Energy Project Coordinator for the Project Management Group (PMG). PMG manages, among other renewable energy projects, BEF’s acclaimed Solar 4R Schools (S4RS) program that will comprise nearly 100 schools by the end of 2008.

Overview of Bonneville Environmental Foundation:

Climate change and degradation of the world’s freshwater resources are two of the most significant threats facing global communities in the 21st century. These are complex and interrelated issues that demand innovative and scientific solutions. The Bonneville Environmental Foundation (BEF) is an innovative, non-profit organization based in Portland, Oregon. Using funds from the sale of renewable energy certificates (called “RECs” or “Green Tags”), as well as financial support from other regional and national partners, BEF implements integrated philanthropic programs that aim to:

a) expand the generation of clean renewable energy;
b) educate communities about renewable energy and conservation;
c) restore watershed ecosystems

By integrating these three program areas, and by applying innovative, scientific, and long-term strategies, BEF systematically and proactively addresses the fundamental ecological challenges of this century. In all its efforts, BEF strives to transform markets and inspire its stakeholders.

Position Description

The Renewable Energy Project Coordinator will be responsible for managing a subset of activities related to BEF’s renewable energy demonstration projects, which typically consist of small-scale photovoltaic installations. The Coordinator will oversee all aspects of project installation in order to ensure completion within time and budget constraints. The Coordinator will work under the direction of the Project Manager.

Responsibilities

General

• Receive and respond to general program inquiries
• Communicate with potential applicants
• Represent BEF in public settings, including at project opening events.
• Write and present project reports to BEF staff and Board
• Other tasks as assigned by Renewable Energy Project Director/Manager and other BEF Executive Staff

Project Management

• Manage installation of small-scale renewable energy projects based on PMG’s standardized installation process, as described in the PMG Project Management Manual. Project Management includes, but is not limited to, the following processes
o Site survey and project design
o Project budgeting
o Bidding
o Contracting (installer and host)
o Oversight of system installation
o Tax credit and financial incentives investigation and attainment
o Data monitoring and kiosk installation
o Coordination of project logistics between relevant project parties, including funding partners, site host, contractors, information technology professionals, and equipment manufacturers
o Communication of project status to project partners
• In collaboration with the Project Director/Manager, improve the project management process as needed. This may entail enhancing the project management database and improving other internal information management systems.

Supervisory Responsibility

The Renewable Energy Project Coordinator will oversee the work of contractors, suppliers and/or vendors as necessary in the course of managing specific projects and other efforts. As the Renewable Energy program evolves, the Project Coordinator will work jointly with other staff on coordinating other efforts.

Qualifications

• An understanding of energy project development and engineering
• Specific experience conducting project evaluations and analyses
• Experience in developing and managing programs, projects, and budgets and contracts
• Ability to oversee contractors, project developers and equipment installers
• Ability to work constructively with parties that may have divergent interests.
• Excellent communication and writing abilities
• Exceptional organizational skills. Ability to keep multiple projects moving forward.
• Attention to detail
• Strong mathematical and technical skills
• Strong teaching skills
• Undergraduate degree in related field, including business, economics, engineering, or four years of equivalent experience

Desired Qualifications

• Direct experience in renewable energy applications, policies, and state and federal incentives and tax benefits
• Project Management
• Knowledge of the Northwest and national energy system and renewable energy programs
• Supervisory experience

Time Allocation

Administration 5%
Project Development 90%
New Opportunities/Program Development 10%

Salary Range: $35,000 - $40,000 DOE + comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, a 403(b) account, retirement, commuter benefits, and domestic partner benefits.

To Apply:

Please email your resume and cover letter, and include the job title in the subject line of your email. Deadline: April 14, 2008.