Existing Buildings Downstream Lighting Lead

TRC Companies, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Family leave

Job summary

TRC Companies, Inc. in Oregon seeks an innovative Lighting Lead for the Existing Buildings program. You will manage the commercial downstream lighting program, engage clients, shape program design, and oversee budgets and incentives to maximize performance.

The role requires 3-5 years of relevant experience, strong communication, and ability to coordinate cross-functional teams with internal and external partners. Experience with energy efficiency lighting is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Direct client interface experience.
• Understanding of Energy Efficiency Lighting Programs is required; Lighting program implementation or design is preferred.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Excellent client management skills.
• Self-driven with established critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong teamwork skills that include highly effective communication in-person, over email, and over the phone.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to contribute to multiple projects simultaneously with demonstrated attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills, including the ability to monitor and manage project progress.
• Ability to coordinate, schedule, and conduct team meetings professionally.
• Technical competency.
• Basic knowledge of energy efficiency is required.
• Technical knowledge of lighting systems and an understanding of manufacturer/distributor business models and the relationship with installation contractors.
• Strong computer proficiency that ensures day-to-day work and meeting attendance can be performed successfully.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for the client, responding to requests and communicating programmatic changes, issues, and developments for Lighting.
• Act as the main point of contact for the internal team regarding Lighting program strategy.
• Assist with the design, development, and execution of the program’s strategy to achieve annual energy savings and incentive budget goals.
• Collaborate with internal teams, trade allies, clients, and community partners to develop informed program designs and implementation plans.
• Manage third‑party vendors to ensure alignment with contractual performance expectations.
• Review and approve incentive applications and exceptions as required.
• Ensure compliance with program guidelines and client expectations.
• Develop operational processes for special promotions and initiatives.
• Monitor program performance and analyze pipeline trends to identify opportunities to accelerate project completion.
• Identify and implement improvements that enhance customer experience, streamline operations, reduce risk, and strengthen program outcomes.
• Support the lighting measure development process by collecting stakeholder input, researching customer impact, proposing program design, and using data‑driven insights to respond to various requests.
• Coordinate with program team members in other program functional areas to foster the exchange of ideas, promote cross‑team collaboration, and leverage best practices. Attend and represent the program at strategy and development meetings with the client, PDC, other PMCs, and subcontractors.
• Support standard and ad hoc internal and external reporting requests that demonstrate program performance and inform future strategic planning.
• Manage, develop, and refine existing tracking systems for goals, budget management, and forecasting.

Skills

3-5 yrs experience

Client interfacing

Energy efficiency lighting

Interpersonal skills

Client management

Self-driven

Teamwork

Time management

Organizational skills

Multi-project management

Meeting coordination

Technical competency

Energy efficiency basics

Lighting systems knowledge

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About Us

TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP’s 83,000 experts create positive, long‑lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects. At TRC, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level.

TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow‑through of an industry leader.

We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

Overview

TRC, a member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP’s 83,000 experts create positive, long‑lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects. At TRC, a member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level.

TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow‑through of an industry leader.

We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

TRC seeks an innovative leader to serve as the Lighting Lead for the Existing Buildings program. This role is responsible for the successful delivery of the commercial downstream lighting program, including client management, future program design support, project pipeline development and oversight, incentive budget management, and strategic direction to maximize program performance and customer engagement. This position requires the ability to communicate effectively and coordinate with internal technical team members, outreach members, and external partners.

The Existing Buildings Downstream Lighting Lead will work closely with clients, internal teams, trade allies, and subcontractors to ensure smooth program development and delivery, operational excellence and enhancements, achievement of program goals, and overall success in lighting project development and close‑out. In addition, this person reports to and works closely with the Program Manager to operationalize and improve this program. This role also provides implementation support to operations, measure development, and program development teams as it pertains to downstream lighting.

The ideal candidate is a leader with proven success in managing energy efficiency programs, leading subcontractors and cross‑functional teams with superb communication skills and business acumen. Experience with commercial lighting technologies is highly desirable. This individual has experience designing tracking systems, managing budgets, and acting as the point person for consulting clients. Additionally, the ideal candidate is results‑driven, assertive, personable, and a self‑starter, with the capacity to manage multiple tasks and data, working under the guidance of the program management team.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for the client, responding to requests and communicating programmatic changes, issues, and developments for Lighting.
• Act as the main point of contact for the internal team regarding Lighting program strategy.
• Assist with the design, development, and execution of the program’s strategy to achieve annual energy savings and incentive budget goals.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., Operations, Program Development, Data, Outreach, Marketing, Program Management), trade allies, clients, and community partners to develop informed program designs and implementation plans.
• Manage third‑party vendors to ensure alignment with contractual performance expectations.
• Review and approve incentive applications and exceptions as required.
• Ensure compliance with program guidelines and client expectations.
• Develop operational processes for special promotions and initiatives.
• Monitor program performance and analyze pipeline trends to identify opportunities to accelerate project completion.
• Identify and implement improvements that enhance customer experience, streamline operations, reduce risk, and strengthen program outcomes.
• Support the lighting measure development process by collecting stakeholder input, researching customer impact, proposing program design, and using data‑driven insights to respond to various requests.
• Coordinate with program team members in other program functional areas to foster the exchange of ideas, promote cross‑team collaboration, and leverage best practices. Attend and represent the program at strategy and development meetings with the client, PDC, other PMCs, and subcontractors.
• Support standard and ad hoc internal and external reporting requests that demonstrate program performance and inform future strategic planning.
• Manage, develop, and refine existing tracking systems for goals, budget management, and forecasting.

Qualifications

• 3‑5 years of relevant experience.
• Direct client interface experience.
• Understanding of Energy Efficiency Lighting Programs is required; Lighting program implementation or design is preferred.
• Interpersonal skills:
• Excellent client management skills.
• Self‑driven with established critical thinking, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong teamwork skills that include highly effective communication in‑person, over email, and over the phone.
• Organizational skills:
• Ability to contribute to multiple projects simultaneously with demonstrated attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills, including the ability to monitor and manage project progress.
• Ability to coordinate, schedule, and conduct team meetings professionally.
• Technical competency:
• Basic knowledge of energy efficiency is required.
• Technical knowledge of lighting systems and an understanding of manufacturer/distributor business models and the relationship with installation contractors.
• Strong computer proficiency that ensures day‑to‑day work and meeting attendance can be performed successfully. Experience using MS Office (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to conduct independent computer‑based research is required.

The job is located in Oregon.

Benefits

TRC offers a competitive benefits package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full‑time or part‑time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full‑time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those who work part‑time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full‑time, part‑time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction‑specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

Compensation

In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program, which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.

Disclaimers

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The complete job description and application are available on TRC’s career site.

TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.

Salary Range

USD $90,459.20 - USD $125,000.00 /Yr.