Senior Consultant (NEHPA)

VEIC; United States; Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full range of medical benefits

403(b) with match

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

A leading clean energy organization is seeking a Senior Consultant to manage complex projects and provide strategic leadership in energy efficiency programs. This full-time position is remote or hybrid, requiring strong project management skills and a background in the renewable energy sector. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fostering inclusive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in project management.
• 5+ years in efficiency or renewable energy field preferred.
• Experience in managing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-profile, complex energy projects.
• Maintain client and partner relationships.
• Track project budgets and resources.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Base pay range: $105,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

Job Summary

Independently manages day-to-day work on a wide range of large, complex projects and project components. Conducts a significant amount of project-specific analysis and writing. Assists with new project proposals and marketing efforts. Maintains ongoing relationships with past, current, and possible future customers and business partners. Regularly represents VEIC at regional and national forums.

As this position resides in the New England Heat Pump Accelerator program, the role will provide strategic leadership and advanced program implementation expertise to the delivery of this clean energy program to a multi-state region. This Senior Consultant will support the budget and resources required to guide multiple initiatives and play a critical role in shaping the delivery of this program.

Location

This is a remote or hybrid position. The ideal candidate will be located in the states where VEIC conducts business: CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, HI, IL, MA, MD, ME, MI, MT, NJ, NY, PA, OH, RI, VA, VT, and WI. While we welcome applicants from many areas, we do not currently hire in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island.

Essential Functions

• Manages high-profile and complex projects promoting cutting-edge energy programs.
• Maintains ongoing client, partner, and subcontractor relationships.
• Facilitates meetings of internal and external working groups.
• Manages the work of other VEIC staff and/or partners and subcontractors.
• Tracks and manages project budgets.
• Educates and provides analyses of energy use and reviews plans and specifications for energy-efficient design and energy code compliance.
• Participates in market strategy and cross‑functional teams within VEIC.
• May play a role in proposal preparation and development and in maintaining relationships with customers and business partners, as needed.
• Represents VEIC at regional and national forums.
• Participates actively in team meetings and provides knowledge transfer and training to other staff members.
• Supports coordination of activities with other staff, groups, and divisions within VEIC as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Experience

• Strong commitment to VEIC’s mission, vision, goals, and values.
• Bachelor’s degree plus eight or more years of relevant professional experience, including managing projects, programs, or client relationships. Five or more years’ experience within the efficiency or renewable energy field is preferred.
• Excellent strategic thinking and creativity in approach to work.
• Ability to manage all aspects of large, complex projects, including client interaction, budget maintenance, and oversight of project work.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Proven organizational, detail‑oriented, and accurate work habits.
• Facilitates group discussions and meetings.
• Established professional connections within the energy‑efficiency and renewable markets.
• Experience developing consulting projects and acquiring funding.
• Knowledge of key energy‑efficiency and renewable markets, measures, and programs.
• Proficiency with economic analysis techniques and standard office software.
• All positions at VEIC are subject to criminal background checks.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain stationary at a workstation for 6‑8 hours per day with regular breaks.
• Regular use of computer, keyboard, mouse, and telephone/headset requiring fine motor skills.
• Visual acuity to view digital screens and documents for prolonged periods.
• Verbal communication sufficient for clear articulation in meetings and presentations.
• Auditory capability to participate effectively in conversations and virtual collaboration.
• Cognitive focus for simultaneous management of multiple communication streams and stakeholder relationships.
• Occasional movement between meeting spaces and workstations.
• Minimal lifting (under 15 pounds).

Travel Requirements

• No regular travel required. Occasional in‑person attendance at company events or meetings (typically 0–2 times per year) may be encouraged and is often optional or available virtually.

Culture Inclusive Workplace Statement

We are committed to building a work community that is inclusive and welcoming to all individuals. We value a culture that includes a variety of backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and thoughts.

Compensation and Benefits

In addition to the base pay range, the total compensation package includes a full range of medical benefits, 403(b) eligibility with match, Combined Time Off (CTO), Care and Concern leave, Parental leave, wellbeing benefit, a community service day, and eight paid holidays effective from the first day of employment.

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full‑time