Utilities Manager at Harbor Group Management Dallas, TX

Comunidade Metodista; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans

401(k) Plan with Employer Matching

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Harbor Group Management is seeking a Utilities Manager in Dallas, TX to oversee utility expense programs and drive cost efficiency across the portfolio. The role includes data analysis, budgeting, vendor coordination, and ensuring compliance with energy filings.

You will lead a team, collaborate with leadership, and contribute to sustainability initiatives while aligning with company policies and lease addendums.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Business, Finance, Sustainability, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in utility management, financial analysis, or sustainability programs.
• Experience with utility expense and reimbursement budgeting and managing third‑party vendors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee utility management program operations and supervise an analyst(s).
• Track and report on utility rate changes and data anomalies.
• Develop annual and acquisition-related utility budgets with clear variances.
• Prepare regular utility performance reports for Multifamily Leadership.
• Ensure compliance with energy filings (e.g., NCUC, ENERGY STAR) and sustainability initiatives.
• Lead or contribute to cross-functional projects and SOP updates.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Sustainability

Tools

Excel

Utility management software

Job description

Job Title: Utilities Manager Division: Corporate - Multifamily Supervisor: AVP, Multifamily Operations & Strategy FLSA Status: Exempt Location: Dallas, TX

JOB PURPOSE

As a Utilities Manager is responsible for overseeing utility expense and reimbursement programs across the portfolio, ensuring billing accuracy, driving cost efficiency, and contributing to sustainability initiatives. This role plays a key part in analyzing utility consumption trends, supporting compliance efforts, and delivering actionable insights to leadership for operational and sustainability improvements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the operational aspects of the utility management program, including direct supervision of an analyst(s). Ensure timely and accurate execution of core functions such as data analysis, budgeting, compliance reporting, and vendor coordination.
• Track and report on utility rate changes.
• Investigate anomalies in utility data and coordinate with leadership and third-party vendors for resolution.
• Develop annual and acquisition-related utility budgets; ensure budget variances are explained.
• Prepare and deliver regular utility performance reports to Multifamily Leadership.
• Ensure third-party billing vendors align with lease addendums and internal policy.
• Manage transitions during acquisitions, including utility account setup and vendor onboarding.
• Oversee mandatory energy filings and compliance reporting (e.g., NCUC, ENERGY STAR).
• Support and implement sustainability and energy-efficiency initiatives.
• Participate in the company's sustainability committee and help align utility practices with goals.
• Help develop and update SOPs related to utility and sustainability practices.
• Lead or contribute to special projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in utility management, financial analysis, or sustainability programs, preferably within real estate or property management.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Sustainability, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with utility expense and reimbursement budgeting required.
• Experience managing third-party utility vendors
• Strong analytical skills with ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with utility management software's
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated project management capabilities and ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Salaries & Bonuses
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching Contributions
• Paid Personal Time & Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Long-Term Disability
• Free Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Health Savings Account with Employer Contributions
• Wellness Perks
• FinFit Health Finance Program
• Employee Apartment Discount
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Recognition & Awards
• Employee Assistance Program
• Volunteer & Community Service Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement

#LI-TB1 Veteran Friendly

Harbor Group Management is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.