Residential Energy Programs Lead

Socket.dev; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Walker-Miller Energy Services in Illinois seeks an Associate Program Manager to lead a large-scale residential energy efficiency program. The role requires 3–5 years in program management and deep understanding of energy efficiency for residential and multi-family sectors with exposure to electrification.

You will manage staff, interface with clients and partners, monitor performance and budgets, and report results to senior management while advancing core values of BEHIVE and delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years in energy efficiency program management or related field.
• Supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of energy efficiency for residential and multi-family buildings.
• Excellent client interfacing and relationship-building skills.
• Strong leadership and teamwork abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities with continuous improvement focus.
• Proficiency in MS Office

Responsibilities

• Embrace and operate within the core values (BEHIVE).
• Assist in leading and managing large-scale residential energy efficiency programs from inception to completion.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the program and staff, ensuring timely delivery of services.
• Interface with clients, stakeholders, and partners at various levels to ensure program success.
• Monitor program performance, conduct assessments, and implement improvements.
• Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, finance, marketing) for cohesive execution.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on progress, outcomes, and impact to clients and senior management.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes.
• Monitor budgets and expenses to meet financial goals.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Communication

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Environmental Science/Business

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Project management software/tools

Job description

Walker-Miller Energy Services in Illinois seeks an Associate Program Manager to lead a large-scale residential energy efficiency program. The role requires 3–5 years in program management and deep understanding of energy efficiency for residential and multi-family sectors with exposure to electrification.

You will manage staff, interface with clients and partners, monitor performance and budgets, and report results to senior management while advancing core values of BEHIVE and delivering