Energy Efficiency project Specialist

New York Technology Partners; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Technology Partners seeks an Energy Efficiency Project Specialist to drive outreach and education for energy efficiency programs in New Brunswick, NJ. You’ll engage contractors, train allies, and develop projects with customers to advance program goals.

Responsibilities include field outreach, preparing presentations, and coordinating with case managers to close out projects. This role requires strong communication and fieldwork capability.

Qualifications

• B.A./B.S. in Business or Technical field or 5+ years’ experience in sales/account management.
• 1+ years’ experience with energy efficiency products with a utility/government/non-profit/public agency.

Responsibilities

• Engage, train and support contractors/engineering firms/consultants/distributors as program allies within the Commercial & Industrial Programs.
• Foster relationships with program allies to maximize the number and size of their submitted projects.
• Develop projects directly with our client’s customers.
• Place outbound calls to new and existing customers to meet energy saving targets.
• Develop and deliver program presentations to spur project activity.
• Attend weekly virtual team meetings and monthly in-person workshops with the Outreach Manager.

Skills

Technical communication

High-volume client management

Excellent written and verbal

Multitasking

Problem solving

Creativity

Team player

Fieldwork

Safety compliance

Education

B.A. or B.S. in Business or Technical field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title: Energy Efficiency Project Specialist

Location: New Brunswick NJ

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for outreach and education activities to promote energy efficiency programs directed at end customers, contractors, manufacturers, distributors, engineers, architects, and others who provide energy efficiency equipment or services.

• Engage, train and support contractors/engineering firms/consultants/distributors as program allies within the Commercial & Industrial Programs
• Foster relationships with program allies to maximize the number and size of their submitted projects.
• Develop projects directly with our client’s customers.
• Keep our client’s Customer Account Representatives informed on projects provided to the Outreach team as referrals.
• Field industry events on behalf of client
• Oversee projects submitted by their customers/program allies.
• Work with an assigned Case Manager to help gather required information/documentation to close out a project.
• Place outbound calls to new and existing customers to meet assigned energy saving targets.
• Manage field time effectively with customer or Program 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.
• Identify and provide documentation of on-site opportunities for energy efficiency and provide follow-up to customers as required.
• Discuss technical elements of energy consuming equipment—i.e., lighting, HVAC, hot water systems.
• Enter data into spreadsheets and databases to determine energy savings and to manage current projects which may also include collaborating with Energy Engineers as required.
• Maintain professional appearance appropriate for a representative of our organization and the utility.
• Build quick rapport with customers or program allies. Quickly initiate conversations with customers on site regarding energy usage at the facility.
• When required, provide written summary reports directly to the customer, and summary reports to the Outreach Manager.
• Be able to work in a team atmosphere, and willing to collaborate on continuous improvement of operations year after year.
• Attend weekly virtual team meetings to discuss progress to goals and monthly in-person workshops with the Outreach Manager.

JOB SKILLS

• 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 a positive attitude and ability to work effectively with different teams.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Site visits will require physical activity for extended periods of time, including but not limited to, standing, walking with occasional, climbing, kneeling, and related fieldwork as required. Field work may require exposure to in indoor and outdoor environmental conditions. This may or may not include extreme temperatures.
• Follow safety and health policies for site visits.

DESIRED SKILLS

• Certified Energy Auditor (Commercial) designation
• Experience in Commercial or Industrial energy efficiency, technical sales, B2B, or construction industry sales

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION MINIMUMS

• B.A. or B.S. in Business or Technical field or 5+ years’ experience in sales, account management, or similar
• 1+ years’ experience working with energy efficiency or energy-efficient products with a utility, government, non-profit or public agency.