Senior Operations Leader, Energy Efficiency Programs

Resource Innovations; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Holiday pay

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Resource Innovations in New Jersey seeks an Operations Manager to lead energy efficiency program management, coordinating a cross-functional team and external partners to deliver large-scale projects on time and within budget.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, contract development, and clear communication with clients and stakeholders. A strong background in energy programs and a passion for sustainability are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, energy, engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in energy-efficiency or DSM specific related experience.
• Proven success in developing and implementing project scopes, budgets, and plans.
• Ability and experience in short- and long-range planning and strategy.
• Previous contract development and negotiation experience.
• Excellent project and program management skills.
• Proficient in establishing job and work process flows.
• Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task while consistently meeting deadlines with accuracy and within budget.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supports the development of program design including the creation of work plans to meet goals, aligning staff assignments, managing program to goal, and providing accurate forecasting both internally and to clients.
• Coordinates the delivery of successful large-budget energy efficiency programs to utility client(s) per contract terms and program budgets.
• Identifies, defines, quantifies, tracks, and drives program deliverables to be submitted accurately and on time.
• Continuously assesses project progress to goal and develop innovative and creative solutions to new issues and/or market dynamics.
• Manages cross-functional delivery team and subcontractors.
• Manages client expectations, satisfaction, and communications by resolving and/or escalating client issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Budgeting

Energy efficiency

Stakeholder management

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, energy, engineering, or related field

Master's degree

Job description

Resource Innovations in New Jersey seeks an Operations Manager to lead energy efficiency program management, coordinating a cross-functional team and external partners to deliver large-scale projects on time and within budget.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, contract development, and clear communication with clients and stakeholders. A strong background in energy programs and a passion for sustainability are essential for success.