Energy Efficiency & Decarbonization Associate Project Manager (REMOTE)

Company: TRC Companies, Inc.
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Join the effort to help California achieve its ambitions decarbonization goals! Use your motivation and mix of technical, organizational, and interpersonal skills to drive California markets toward cleaner and more efficient buildings by supporting residential new construction programs.

Job Description

TRC is seeking a residential new construction an Associate Project Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a combination of construction or HVAC knowledge and customer service to build and maintain relationships with builders, developers, and contractors serving the single family and multifamily new construction markets. As a program ambassador for energy-saving utility programs, you will serve as the first point of contact for the program, engaging customers through phone, email, online, and in-person meetings and events (pending COVID-19 restrictions). You will also be responsible for providing technical assistance and reviews, identifying electrification, decarbonization, and energy-efficiency opportunities for projects, while cultivating and maintaining relationships with key industry stakeholders.
THIS IS A REMOTE POSITION*

As part of TRC's residential programs team, your responsibilities will include:

External Outreach
Communicating with prospective customers and industry influencers (architects, energy consultants, HERS rates) regarding program opportunities
Coordinating directly with developers and building contractors on program details
Supporting and collaborating with utility client outreach staff to engage public organizations and market stakeholders as necessary
Actively engaging appropriate trade groups and associations to promote program offerings and services

Technical Review And Guidance
Performing project site visits to verify projected energy savings and installation
Conducting desktop technical reviews of project documents

Internal Coordination And Project Support
Providing program recommendations to our internal teams based on market intelligence and customer trends
Working with internal team members to populate our customer database to provide project forecasting, market knowledge, customer information, and project documentation.

Outreach and travel within the territory using your personal vehicle (mileage and travel costs will be reimbursed)

Qualifications
Strong customer service skills
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
Highly effective communication in person, over email, and over the phone
Self-driven team player
Desire to develop and maintain effective relationships with program participants and energy efficiency influencers
Ability to effectively work across multiple internal teams (technical, marketing, operations, etc.)
Excellent time management skills seeking additional opportunities with new or repeat customers
Experience utilizing a CRM system or a similar system to effectively track program and business development activities
Ability to track performance metrics to support program goals
Demonstrated experience with field-based activities and ability to effectively work remote
Proficient to advanced knowledge of MS Office tools i.e., Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Skills And Experience Required
Associate degree and 2+ years of relevant experienceOR5+ years of relevant experience
Ability to deliver on multiple competing priorities and deadlines
Possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record and a reliable vehicle
Able to travel by car daily within assigned territory

Ideal Candidates Will Have
Knowledge of local laws and relevant building (Title 24), and energy conservation codes.
Knowledge of electrical energy efficiency calculation and terminology.
Experience with utility-sponsored energy efficiency programs.
Previous experience with energy efficiency technologies and how to sell the benefits.
Experience and/or understanding of electric and gas utility rates.
Experience and/or existing relationships within the new construction industry.
Certifications and/or memberships related to the energy industry.

TRC is an equal opportunity employer: disability/veteran. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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