Energy Efficiency Specialist (Hybrid)

HEPCO, Inc.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 96,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Sick time

401k

Job summary

HEPCO Inc. is seeking an Energy Efficiency Specialist to oversee multifamily energy efficiency projects, manage scope, schedules, budgets, and program compliance while coordinating with customers, vendors, contractors, and internal teams to maximize energy savings and customer satisfaction.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in energy efficiency programs or 9 years of related experience, strong project management and data analysis skills, and proficiency in Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in energy efficiency, construction, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in energy efficiency programs or 9 years in lieu of degree.
• Experience processing milestone-based construction payments and forecasting spending.
• Knowledge of energy efficiency measures, implementation methods, and costs.
• Familiarity with residential and commercial program incentive structures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail and process improvement mindset.
• Ability to travel within the client’s service territory and hold a valid U.S. driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee energy efficiency projects in accordance with BPU orders and program requirements.
• Develop and maintain processes for multifamily energy efficiency projects.
• Review scope, costs, and eligibility to ensure program conformity.
• Customize customer proposals to maximize incentives and energy savings.
• Coordinate with customers, vendors, contractors, and internal teams.
• Review vendor deliverables, monitor performance, and process invoices.
• Perform QA/QC with site visits and inspections.
• Monitor projects involving HVAC, lighting, motors, and EMS.
• Prepare management and regulatory reports and forecast spending.
• Manage customer relationships and ensure high satisfaction.
• Ensure safety, controls, and internal procedures compliance.

Skills

Project management

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

9 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

We are seeking an Energy Efficiency Specialist for our client to oversee multifamily energy efficiency projects. This role will manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and program compliance while working with customers, vendors, contractors, and internal teams to maximize energy savings and customer satisfaction.

• Manage energy efficiency projects in accordance with Board of Public Utilities (BPU) orders, program requirements, and client procedures.
• Develop and maintain processes for implementing multifamily energy efficiency projects and programs.
• Review project scope, costs, and eligibility to ensure projects meet program requirements and cost-effectiveness standards.
• Develop and customize customer proposals to maximize incentives and energy savings using applicable commercial and industrial program incentive structures.
• Coordinate with customers, internal teams, outside consultants, business development teams, trade allies, vendors, and contractors.
• Review vendor deliverables, monitor performance, and review and process invoices, including milestone-based construction payments.
• Perform and oversee project quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC), including site visits and inspections.
• Monitor projects involving energy conservation measures such as HVAC, lighting, motors, and energy management systems.
• Compile and analyze project data, prepare management and regulatory reports, and provide monthly project status and financial spending forecasts.
• Manage customer relationships and resolve issues to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, business controls, and internal procedures.
• Support special projects and ad hoc requests as needed.
• During storm restoration efforts, perform duties outside normal responsibilities and work an adjusted schedule as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of experience in energy efficiency programs, construction, or a related field; or 9 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience processing milestone-based construction payments and forecasting financial spending.
• Knowledge of energy efficiency measures, implementation methods, and associated costs.
• Familiarity with residential and commercial energy efficiency program incentive structures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to process improvement.
• Ability to work independently while meeting program requirements and internal business control standards.
• Ability to travel within the client’s service territory for customer meetings, inspections, and contractor coordination.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Vendor management experience.
• Invoicing experience.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Sick time
• 401k

Pay Range: $70.00- $75.00per hour (Depending on experience and qualifications)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.