Interested in joining a growing company where you will work with talented colleagues, enhance a supportive and energetic culture, and be part of the climate solution? At Energy Solutions, we focus on the big impacts. And we believe that market-based programs can be a powerful force to deliver large-scale energy, carbon, and water-use savings. Since 1995, we’ve harnessed that power to offer proven, performance-based solutions for our utility, government, and institutional customers.
As our portfolio of equity-focused work grows, Energy Solutions is seeking a full-time employee to join our Business Strategy Team in the role of Project Manager II, Environmental Social Justice (ESJ). Your contributions will help us center equity in program design and implementation and ensure all customers receive a fair share of program benefits. In this role, you will support the design, development, and implementation of ESJ components in energy efficiency (EE) programs, such as midstream incentive and building electrification programs. This may include providing operational support, helping manage project budgets and schedules, interacting with project participants, clients, and other stakeholders, performing research and analysis, and completing written deliverables and work products. You will also contribute to business development opportunities, specifically for EE program opportunities, and support the definition and measurement of ESJ program impacts. You will collaborate with the ESJ Team Manager to contribute to and oversee strategic ESJ initiatives within the company, such as integrating equity into product development and developing ESJ educational and reference materials for internal stakeholders. You may also contribute to operations, process development, team and project management, and other initiatives that support ESJ Team functions.
The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to equity in clean energy, experience with program design, partnership building, and/or business development efforts that advance environmental social justice, good communication skills, and a strong attention to detail. Very strong candidates will also have relationships with and experience engaging community-based organizations and equity-focused partner organizations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Contribute to the design and implementation of energy efficiency programs with a partial or full equity focus.
- Manage or provide support to project leads in managing scope, schedule, and budget of EE projects.
- Provide operational support and stakeholder coordination for EE projects.
- Develop and implement equity-centric strategies for energy efficiency programs.
- Integrate equity best practices into existing programs and into Energy Solutions’ new product development process.
- Manage, contribute to, and oversee specific ESJ Team initiatives or projects.
- Track, advance, and inform Energy Solutions’ strategic goals to promote equity throughout our work.
- Work with the Business Development Team to tailor and communicate our solutions to potential clients in RFP responses and client pitches.
Potential responsibilities:
- Coordinate with external partners who specialize in reaching underserved communities and build new partnerships with organizations with complementary skills and expertise.
- Provide equity-focused guidance on data collection, analysis, and reporting efforts dedicated to measuring and increasing benefits for underserved communities.
- Collaborate on the design, development, and execution of trainings and presentations to internal stakeholders about energy equity and our ESJ-focused offerings.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or additional formal education
- 5+ years of experience in the energy or environmental industry
- Commitment to advancing energy equity and justice
- Experience in the clean energy and/or energy efficiency industry
- Strong writing, critical thinking, and analytical skills, with the ability to produce excellent written communications for internal and external audiences
- Ability to digest, understand, and interpret technology- and product-specific subject matter
- Ability to interpret and utilize quantitative and qualitative data
- Strong management and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity and/or experience with energy efficiency incentive programs and building electrification
- Experience in an energy or environmental industry with a focus on equity/environmental social justice
- Experience implementing equity-focused programs/projects and a demonstrated history of achieving results
- Proven relationship- and coalition-building experience in ESJ communities
- Proficiency in Salesforce and/or SharePoint
- Familiarity with data collection, analysis, and reporting processes
- Business development and client management skills
Compensation to commensurate with experience with the pay band of $79k - $92k/Annually
Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous retirement package. Energy Solutions provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
AI Use
At Energy Solutions we believe in the importance of authentic interactions and equitable opportunities. We base our candidate selection on one’s own skills, knowledge, and experience. To ensure the integrity and fairness of our interview process, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools (including Generative AI) or other means to generate or assist with responses during interviews is strictly prohibited. This practice supports our commitment to create a transparent and equitable space where skills, knowledge and experience skills can truly shine.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Energy Solutions is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Energy Solutions conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Office Locations and a Remote Workforce
Energy Solutions operates as a predominantly remote workforce with offices in six different locations. Employees who reside within 40 miles of an office (except New York) will be assigned to that location, though in-office attendance requirements may vary by team. At this time, we are not accepting applications from candidates residing in the following states: Delaware, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wyoming.
Background Check Information
Information will be requested to perform the compulsory background check. A drug screen and authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely are preconditions of employment. Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.
Reasonable Accommodations
Energy Solutions is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations in completing this application, interviewing, and/or completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email [email protected].
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The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Energy Solutions and has not been reviewed or approved by Energy Solutions.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, alongside options like FSAs and an EAP. Additional coverage elements such as life/AD&D and long-term disability are also described as part of the package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is characterized by a 401(k) with a company match that vests immediately. Employee ownership is also highlighted through an ESOP and/or equity participation.
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Flexible Benefits — Benefits include commuter support and pre-tax accounts, and eligibility is described as extending to part-time employees meeting a minimum weekly-hours threshold. Hybrid/remote arrangements and home-office support are also positioned as benefits-adjacent value for some roles.
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