Associate Manager, Energy Programs & DSM

ICF; Virginia Beach (VA); Remote; USD 81,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF seeks an Associate Manager, Commercial Energy to lead implementation and optimization of utility-sponsored energy efficiency, electrification, and DSM programs. You will oversee operations, budgets, KPIs, and client relationships while guiding cross-functional teams to deliver measurable energy savings.

The role emphasizes strategic oversight, pilot projects, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement, with a focus on underserved communities in the clean energy transition and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 5+ years in energy efficiency, utility program management, or consulting.
• 2+ years leading cross-functional teams and managing client relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, advanced Excel; experience with Power BI or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of residential, commercial, and pilot energy efficiency programs.
• Manage program budgets, forecasts, KPIs, and regulatory deliverables.
• Lead cross-functional teams including analysts, engineers, outreach, and marketing personnel.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and internal departments to meet program objectives.
• Support business development, program launches, transitions, and continuous improvement.
• Design and execute pilot programs to evaluate innovative technologies and delivery models.
• Conduct analyses on cost-effectiveness, energy savings, and market potential.
• Monitor trends in energy efficiency, flexible load management, and distributed energy resources.
• Cultivate relationships with clients, manufacturers, and community stakeholders.
• Direct teams responsible for project reviews, incentive processing, and performance reporting.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and workflow automation strategies.
• Present program performance metrics and insights to stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic program planning

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Team leadership

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Energy, Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or related

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

ICF seeks an Associate Manager, Commercial Energy to lead implementation and optimization of utility-sponsored energy efficiency, electrification, and DSM programs. You will oversee operations, budgets, KPIs, and client relationships while guiding cross-functional teams to deliver measurable energy savings.

The role emphasizes strategic oversight, pilot projects, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement, with a focus on underserved communities in the clean energy transition and strong