Energy Advisor

The JPI Group/JNDouglas; New Brunswick (NJ); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The JPI Group/JNDouglas in New Brunswick, NJ is seeking an Energy Adviser/Outreach Professional to promote energy efficiency programs. Hybrid schedule with field outreach to customers, contractors, and trade allies.

Responsibilities include educating participants, managing project pipelines, delivering program presentations, and collaborating with the Project Coordinator to close out projects. Travel up to 50% and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in energy efficiency or related programs with a utility, government, non-profit or public agency.
• Ability to translate technical jargon for varied audiences.
• High-volume client and supplier management capability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote energy efficiency programs to end customers and trade partners.
• Educate participants on program benefits and how to access resources.
• Develop relationships with trade allies to grow project sizes.
• Manage a project pipeline in the program database.
• Coordinate with a Project Coordinator to gather required information.
• Conduct program presentations to spur activity.
• Respond to inquiries via phone, email, or in person.

Skills

Sales experience

Account management

Communication

Time management

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Travel flexibility

Team player

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

BA/BS in Business or Technical field

5+ years experience in sales/account management

BS in engineering/architecture or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title: Energy Adviser/Outreach Professional Reports To: Outreach Manager
Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey (HYBRID SCHEDULE) This position is responsible for promoting the energy efficiency program directed at end customers, contractors, manufacturers, distributors, engineers, architects and others who provide energy efficiency equipment or services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Majority of duties and expectations, but not to be all-inclusive or to prevent other duties from being assigned)

• Enter data into spreadsheets based on scopes of work and product specifications to determine energy savings
• Review spreadsheets submitted by customers/trade allies based on product specifications.
• Educate participants about the benefits or the programs and how to utilize the program's technical resources
• Foster relationships with trade allies to maximize the number and size of their submitted projects
• Manage a pipeline of projects through the program database
• Work with an assigned Project Coordinator to help gather required information/documentation to close out a project
• Manage field time effectively with customer or Trade Ally visits
• Develop and deliver program presentations to spur project activity
• Respond to customer inquiries and concerns by phone, electronically or in person to move projects towards completion
• Work with building owners, property managers and / or facility engineers to provide energy efficiency advice and assistance in participating in energy efficiency programs
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the program's strategic direction regarding energy efficiency and the business activities of its customers
• Maintain professional appearance appropriate for a representative of our organization and the utility
• When required, provide written summary reports directly to the customer, and summary reports to the client/Program Manager
• Be able to work in a team atmosphere, and willing to collaborate on continuous improvement of operations year after year

JOB REQUIREMENTS (Experience, credentials, education, knowledge, skills & abilities required for competent performance in the job) Essential Requirements:

• B.A. or B.S. in Business or Technical field or 5+ years’ experience in sales, account management, or similar
• Experience working with energy efficiency or energy efficient products with a utility, government, non-profit or public agency
• Ability to decipher technical jargon and effectively communicate those terms to individuals of varying skill levels
• Ability to handle a high volume of clients and suppliers
• Highly-polished communication skills—written and oral
• Ability to transition quickly between tasks
• Solid problem-solving capabilities
• Creativity and attention to detail
• Team player with positive attitude and ability to work effectively with different teams
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time, occasional overnight
• Valid driver's license
• We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or equivalent
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or Certified Energy Auditor (Commercial) designation
• Experience in Commercial or Industrial energy efficiency, technical sales, B2B, or construction industry sales

PHYSICAL ABILITIES Personal Skills:

• Ability to travel minimum of 25% - 75% of the time
• Site visits will require physical activity for extended periods of time, including but not limited to, standing, walking with occasional, climbing, kneeling, and related field work as requited.
• Ability to work for an extended period of time with personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Use repetitive hand motion
• Lift and carry heavy appliances up to 50 lbs. occasionally

Work Environment

• Field work may require exposure to in indoor and outdoor environmental conditions. This may or may not include extreme temperatures.
• Field work may expose the employee to fumes and airborne particles.
• Field work may contain potential hazards such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, exposure to chemicals, and working in high places.
• Field Work may require work in close quarter areas such as, crawl spaces, and mechanical rooms.