Solar Programs, Senior Project Manager (Remote - US)

Energy Solutions - USA; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 92,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Project Manager in Solar Programs, where you will lead initiatives to drive the adoption of renewable energy solutions. This role offers the chance to work with a talented team focused on making a significant impact in the transition to a decarbonized grid. You will oversee project deliverables, facilitate collaboration, and engage with clients and utility partners. If you are passionate about clean energy and want to shape the future of energy solutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in a supportive and innovative environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with at least 5 years in project management.
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in Excel and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage project execution, quality control, and deliverables.
• Communicate progress to management and external partners.

Skills

Project Management

Data Analysis

Technical Writing

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Risk Management

Collaboration

Education

Technical Bachelor's Degree in Energy-related Discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office (Office365, SharePoint, OneNote)

Excel

Python

Job description

Solar Programs, Senior Project Manager (Remote - US)

Interested in joining a growing company where you will work with talented colleagues, enhance a supportive and energetic culture, and be part of the climate solution? At Energy Solutions, we focus on the big impacts. And we believe that market-based programs can be a powerful force to deliver large-scale energy, carbon, and water-use savings. Since 1995, we’ve harnessed that power to offer proven, performance-based solutions for our utility, government, and institutional customers.

Energy Solutions is currently seeking a full-time Solar Programs Senior Project Manager to join our Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) Department. As a member of the DERs Department, you will lead the team that implements processes related to contracting for Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) that incentivize the adoption of distributed and community solar. Solar energy is critical in driving our nation’s progress toward a decarbonized grid, and you will play a material role in helping our team make this future a reality. This unique market opportunity, paired with Energy Solutions' mission-driven approach, creates a perfect environment for individuals who want to have an active voice in shaping the energy future.

Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Managing overall direction, execution, quality control, and completion of project deliverables
2. Facilitating changes in requirements, documentation, processes, and systems
3. Communicating project progress to management, clients, and utility partners
4. Interacting with customers, clients, utility partners, and external collaborators, including leading meetings and presentations
5. Conducting robust data analysis
6. Tracking industry trends and other market changes that impact DERs
7. Organizing and facilitating in-person meetings, conference calls, and facilitated collaboration sessions
8. Conducting program status meetings, capturing escalations, and resolving issues
9. Employee supervision

Minimum Qualifications:

1. A technical bachelor's degree in an energy-related discipline preferred
2. A minimum of 8 years of work experience (graduate school years applicable)
3. A minimum of 5 years project management experience
4. Demonstrated ability to conduct detailed technical and quantitative analysis including expert experience in Excel (experience in Python also preferred but not required)
5. Demonstrated ability to conduct large collaborative facilitated sessions
6. Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
7. Demonstrated outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills, including risk management and mitigation
8. Ability to manage tactical and strategic tasks
9. Ability to interact professionally with clients and to serve as the primary point of client contact for some projects
10. Ability to work, push forward, and thrive while juggling many activities and communications
11. Extensive experience using Microsoft Office (Office365, SharePoint, OneNote)
12. Familiarity and/or experience working with solar programs
13. Experience and fluency with the utility incentive program and regulatory framework
14. Experience working directly with government bodies and utilities strongly preferred
15. Direct experience in incentive program design and implementation
16. Ability to review and analyze legislative and contract documentation

Compensation is commensurate with experience within the pay band of $92,000 - $125,000 / Annually

Energy Solutions provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Energy Solutions is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Energy Solutions conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility

We live out our mission day in and day out by helping our clients and communities generate clean energy solutions the world needs. Our success is dependent on developing a team of creative thinkers, innovators, and a workforce that reflects the diversity of our world. To that end, we’re committed to hiring, promoting, and retaining a diversity of talent, and infusing inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) throughout our business. We encourage people from all backgrounds and all walks of life to apply. Come grow with us at Energy Solutions!

Office Locations and a Remote Workforce

Energy Solutions operates as a predominantly remote workforce with offices in six different locations. Employees who reside within 40 miles of an office (except New York) will be assigned to that location, though in-office attendance requirements may vary by team. At this time, we are not accepting applications from candidates residing in the following states: Alaska, Delaware, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wyoming.

Information will be requested to perform the compulsory background check. A drug screen and authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely are preconditions of employment. Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

Reasonable Accommodations

Energy Solutions is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations in completing this application, interviewing, and/or completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email [e-mail].