Sustainability & Energy Project Manager

Insight Global; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a highly motivated Sustainability & Energy Project Manager to lead strategic energy, renewable, and sustainability initiatives across the organization. You will plan, manage, and deliver projects that reduce carbon emissions, improve energy efficiency, and support corporate sustainability goals.

You will work cross-functionally with facilities, real estate, finance, procurement, and leadership to develop business cases, manage budgets, evaluate PPAs and ESAs, and ensure

Responsibilities

• Support planning, development, and implementation of renewable energy projects including onsite solar PV, storage, and other clean energy initiatives.
• Assist solar development activities, including site assessments, feasibility studies, permitting support, vendor coordination, and project execution.
• Evaluate and negotiate PPAs, ESAs, and other renewable energy procurement strategies.
• Identify and manage building energy efficiency projects such as HVAC optimization, lighting upgrades, and building automation.
• Develop project business cases with capital estimates, lifecycle cost analysis, ROI, NPV, payback, and total cost of ownership.
• Support LEED certification, green building initiatives, and sustainable construction projects.
• Coordinate sustainability reporting and disclosure programs (GHG inventories, ESG reporting, CDP, Ecovadis).
• Develop, monitor, and report sustainability KPIs, energy metrics, and executive dashboards.
• Collaborate with utility providers, consultants, contractors, and government agencies on incentives, rebates, and grants.
• Use AI-powered analytics and project management tools to improve planning, forecasting, reporting, and efficiency.
• Manage schedules, budgets, risks, procurement, and stakeholder communications from initiation through completion.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, energy codes, and sustainability standards.
• Continuously evaluate emerging clean energy technologies and recommend innovative solutions.

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Sustainability & Energy Project Manager to support and execute strategic energy, renewable, and sustainability initiatives across our organization. This role will be responsible for planning, managing, and delivering projects that improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and support corporate sustainability goals. The ideal candidate combines strong project management expertise with technical knowledge of renewable energy systems, building performance, sustainability reporting, and financial analysis.

This individual will work cross-functionally with facilities, real estate, fuels, finance, procurement, operations, and executive leadership to identify opportunities, manage project execution, and measure business and environmental outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, development, and implementation of renewable energy projects, including onsite solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, battery storage, and other clean energy initiatives.
• Support solar development activities, including site assessments, feasibility studies, permitting support, vendor coordination, and project execution, project management.
• Help with evaluating and negotiating Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), Energy Service Agreements (ESAs), and other renewable energy procurement strategies.
• Identify and manage building energy efficiency projects, including HVAC optimization, lighting upgrades, building automation systems, electrification initiatives, and energy conservation measures.
• Develop project business cases including capital investment estimates, lifecycle cost analysis, ROI, NPV, payback period, and total cost of ownership.
• Support LEED certification, green building initiatives, and sustainable construction projects.
• Coordinate sustainability reporting and disclosure programs, including greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories, ESG reporting, CDP, Ecovadis, and other sustainability frameworks.
• Develop, monitor, and report sustainability KPIs, energy metrics, carbon reduction targets, and executive dashboards.
• Collaborate with utility providers, engineering consultants, contractors, and government agencies on incentive programs, rebates, and grants.
• Utilize AI-powered analytics and project management technologies to improve project planning, forecasting, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, risks, procurement, and stakeholder communications from initiation through completion.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, energy codes, and corporate sustainability standards.
• Continuously evaluate emerging clean energy technologies and recommend innovative solutions that improve operational and financial performance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Sustainability, Environmental Science, Energy Management, Construction Management, Business, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience managing sustainability, renewable energy, energy efficiency, or capital improvement projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing commercial or industrial solar energy projects.
• Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies, energy markets, utility programs, and building systems.
• Experience with LEED certification requirements and sustainable building practices.
• Knowledge of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), renewable energy procurement, and utility interconnection processes.
• Experience performing financial modeling, ROI analysis, capital planning, and project cost estimation.
• Familiarity with ESG reporting, sustainability disclosures, carbon accounting, and environmental performance metrics.
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP).
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM).
• Experience with energy modeling and utility incentive programs.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 50001, or similar sustainability management systems.

Technical Skills

Preferred experience with:

• Microsoft Project
• Microsoft Power BI
• Microsoft Excel (advanced financial modeling)
• AI-powered project management and productivity platforms
• ChatGPT and other generative AI tools
• AutoCAD (preferred)
• Energy management and building automation systems
• ESG and sustainability reporting software
• Data visualization and business intelligence platforms

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking
• Project leadership and independent ownership mindset
• Strong attention to detail
• Financial and business analysis
• Renewable energy expertise
• Sustainability strategy
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders
• Vendor and stakeholder management

Success Measures

Success in this role will be measured by:

• On-time and on-budget project delivery
• Renewable energy capacity deployed
• Energy cost savings achieved
• Carbon emissions reductions
• Building efficiency improvements
• ROI and financial performance of projects
• Successful sustainability reporting and regulatory compliance
• Achievement of corporate sustainability and ESG goals

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to shape the future of sustainable operations by leading innovative clean energy and efficiency projects that create measurable environmental and financial impact. You'll collaborate with talented professionals, leverage cutting-edge AI technologies, and help drive our organization's transition toward a more resilient and sustainable future.

Compensation

$100-110K

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.