Workforce Development Account Manager/Multifamily & C&I Energy Efficiency

Workforce Development Account Manager/Multifamily & C&I Energy Efficiency

Job Description:

We are currently seeking Multifamily/Commercial and Industrial (C&I)/Workforce Development Account Managers to join our Northeast Energy Efficiency team to provide critical program support and technical field services for New York City based energy efficiency programs as well as other areas of the northeast.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work as part of the energy efficiency team ensuring that the implementation of client sponsored energy projects is successfully executed

• Develop internship workplans to build energy efficiency capacity inside NYC energy service firms and real estate organizations.

• Provide market outreach, build, and maintain relationships with energy service firms and real estate organizations to facilitate the placement of interns within these organizations.

• Support the implementation of energy service provider training to promote energy efficiency retrofits and low carbon new buildings.

• Provide market outreach, technical assistance, and guidance on energy efficient technologies, project implementation, and best practices to building owners/operators, property managers, architects, engineers, contractors and other trade allies participating in client-sponsored existing facility and new construction programs.  Must be able to effectively communicate to both technical trade allies and non-technical audiences.

• Review energy audits, technical specifications, energy usage and cost calculations for energy efficiency projects.

• Independently build and maintain relationships with key market stakeholders in the building energy industry including building owners, operators, property managers, architects, engineers, contractors, energy raters/consultants, public officials, public interest groups, and utility customers to assess their needs, support their energy efficiency projects and building operation objectives.

• Contribute to the evolution of program strategies and the design of program features, services, and marketing campaigns

• Conduct market ally outreach and training as needed

• Assess commercial grade whole building efficiency strategies, building plans and specifications, and make recommendations for energy efficiency upgrades or improvements.

• Prepare status reports to accurately describe activities in the field and to monitor progress towards program goals on contractor/consultant participation and the completion of eligible projects

• Coordinate with or follow up on program Quality Assurance activities as appropriate.

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Energy, Building Science, Environmental Science, Construction Management) or related experience.

• Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel) and CRM applications

• Business-to-business sales or recruitment experience

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas

• Demonstrated experience in conducting outreach to decision makers and stakeholders to identify energy efficiency project opportunities in residential or commercial buildings.

• Self-driven with focus to meet assigned goals for team success and personal satisfaction

• Excellent communication skills to present elevator pitches for energy saving concepts and projects and listening to stakeholders to understand stakeholder requirements and motivations

• Build trust, develop relationships, and demonstrate value as an independent partner to advance energy projects by overcoming objections with a compelling reason to take action

• Experience with the commercial trade allies in New York City or experience building relationships with trade allies in similar markets

• Knowledge commercial building codes pertaining to new building construction (ASHRAE 90.1 2013, Local Law 31 of 2016)

Professional Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to provide project leadership and meet client goals.

• Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities

• Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Working at ICF

Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth. If you’re seeking to make a difference in the world, visit www.icf.com/careers to find your next career. ICF—together for tomorrow.

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