Associate Program Manager & Outreach Support (Hybrid)
Utility Program Services
Location: Washington-DC Metro (Hybrid – Home Office with Local Travel)
Job Description
To support our growth, ICF is seeking an Associate Program Manager to support a variety of commercial utility programs in Northern Virginia and the greater Washington, DC area. Working alongside program managers and our clients, this individual will manage program financials and results, monitor progress reports, and manage client relationships. Candidate will also perform outreach services to secure sound results for program, resolve service customer inquiries, and assist with the overall delivery of utility-sponsored energy conservation programs.
A successful candidate will have mechanical industry knowledge and be knowledgeable about project types (such as design/build applications and end-of-life equipment replacements), various technologies, the sales process, and key stakeholders. This position requires interaction with internal and external industry experts as well as interaction across multiple teams to accomplish portfolio-wide goals. While the position is based in Columbia, MD area, local business travel up to 75% may be required.
Why you will love working here:
- Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance
- Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
- Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401kmatching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)
What you will be doing:
- Collaboration with a multi-functional project team to ensure timely and professional completion of all tasks and achieve specific program goals and maintain client relationships.
- Utilize industry knowledge of capital expenditure applications and performance-based maintenance initiatives to motivate service providers to participate in programs that can reduce energy usage and costs for our mutual customers.
- Internal staff coordination of projects including, but not limited to, internal portfolio reviews, and working with internal and client program leads to provide ongoing status updates.
- Recruiting and developing strategic relationships with contractors, energy service companies (ESCO’s), equipment suppliers, manufacturers, and engineering/design firms.
- Achieving weekly and monthly targets for site visits, networking events and training seminars.
- Managing performance of participating service providers across multiple programs and creating action plans for improvement.
- Delivering effective communication through technical assistance, program training, and guidance.
- Ensuring incentive budgets, labor, and travel expenses remain within program budget.
- Must have a reliable vehicle for local travel. Requirements are between 30% to 75% of the time. (reimbursement for mileage provided)
What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):
- Bachelors Degree (Candidates can substitute 1 year of experience for each year of education)
- 2+ years of experience in creating and executing sales and/or outreach strategies or promoting utility-sponsored energy efficiency programs
- 2+ years of experience in building client relationships and project management
- Must have valid driver’s license, able to pass an MVR and pass a background check and drug test.
What we would like you to have:
- Established connections with local gas contractors and program stakeholders Experience with demonstrated knowledge of natural-gas fired equipment for space and water heating, building automation and energy management systems, as well as other energy-efficiency measures.
- Industry certification such as: CEM, CEA, or LEED-AP.
- Performed energy audits and energy savings calculations.
- Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining multiple deadlines
- Demonstrated experience working as a project manager in a consulting environment or related workplace
- Strong analytical, detailed problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
- Ability to take direction and work independently towards final results
- Flexibility and adaptability to respond to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles
- Critical thinking; using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths/weaknesses of alternative solutions and approaches to problems
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email [email protected] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more here: Requesting an Accommodation for the ICF interview process.
Read more about workplace discrimination rights, the Pay Transparency Statement, or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodations that involve the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$79,643.00 - $135,392.00
Reston, VA (VA30)
What We Do
ICF is a global advisory and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees in industries across the public and private sectors. For over 50 years, we’ve been helping clients take on some of the world’s most complex challenges to produce exceptional results. Our work is the catalyst to help shape the future for all.
Beyond our purpose-driven work, we invest in our employees and their experience with us. We have numerous options for healthcare and many additional benefits, including immediate access to 401k retirement matching and pet insurance. Our Employee Community Networks help members find support, belonging, and growth by enhancing internal networks and professional development. We offer paid volunteer time and match your donations. As learning is a never-ending journey, we offer tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, communities of practice to contribute to and grow from, and memberships to LinkedIn Learning and Coursera. We aim to consider every aspect of how to invest in people so they can belong, grow, and thrive with us.
Why Work With Us
At ICF, we are a purpose-driven company with a strong culture and underlying values that prize diversity, opportunity, equality, and respect. We are not all the same. And that has always been our greatest strength. We are at our best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do th
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