Energy Programs Manager- CNT Energy

Energy Programs Manager- CNT Energy

CNT Energy is a nonprofit corporation whose mission is to provide economic and environmental benefits to households, building owners and communities through energy efficiency and conservation. CNT Energy is experiencing rapid growth in three main areas:

(1) Residential Real-Time Electricity Pricing and Smart Grid Development,
(2) Energy Efficiency in Residential and Commercial Buildings, and
(3) Community Energy Planning and Energy Information Center.
CNT Energy is an affiliate of the Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT), a 31-year old nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote the development and perpetuation of vibrant urban communities that are both environmentally and economically sustainable, both in the Chicago region and throughout the United States.

Position
The Energy Programs Manager will work primarily on the Energy Savers Program, specifically assisting in the program design, implementation, and management of a 2-4 unit building retrofit program. Building upon our highly successful 4 or more unit program, CNT Energy is aggressively expanding into the 2 to 4 unit marketplace. The Energy Programs Manager will oversee a team of Energy Auditors, Analysts, and Construction Managers that conduct energy audits, complete energy modeling of buildings and assist CNT Energy management in overseeing all aspects of energy efficiency retrofit projects. The audits will include analyzing existing properties to evaluate the current and potential energy usage of 2-4 unit apartment buildings via a variety of evaluation tools, including utility bill analysis, comprehensive on-site audits, energy modeling and baseline analysis.
The Energy Programs Manager and his/her team will interface directly with multi-family rental building owners, contractors and property managers to support and direct their efforts to achieve significant improvement in building performance. The position is based in Chicago but will provide assistance to properties across adjoining counties.
Accountability
The Energy Programs Manager will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer of CNT Energy and will work closely with the other Energy Programs Manager and other members of the CNT Energy staff.
Responsibilities:
• Design, start up and manage an energy retrofit program for small (2-4 unit) multifamily apartment buildings in the Chicago region.
• Conduct and oversee on-site energy audits.
• Use and manage the use of energy simulation software to estimate energy usage.
• Work with project partners throughout the program design, implementation, management and close-out process.
• Manage contractors and ensure proper installation of energy efficiency measures.
• Conduct building energy performance monitoring.
• Provide technical consulting to project participants (i.e. property owners, property managers, developers and other project partners).
• Write reports according to program guidelines.
• Write specifications for energy conservation measures.
• Track and manage project financials including budgets, month-end invoices, and forecasts.
• Communicate effectively with Owners, Contractors, CNT staff and other project partners.
• Coordinate and support outreach strategies that include the recruitment of property owners.
• Oversee construction management as necessary.
• Interface with program funders and clients.
• Develop and ensure adherence to program methodologies, standards, and procedures.
• Coordinate employee development including coaching, objective setting, training, performance management and talent planning.
• Promote teamwork, while fostering cooperation to meet team and individual goals and objectives.
• Provide input to annual budgeting and planning process.
• Assist CNT Energy leadership in developing, communicating and administering CNT-wide policies, procedures and standards.
• Ability to work with all levels of people in the organization using both written and oral communication.
• Contribute to other CNT Energy efforts as required.
Qualifications/Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in construction management, building science, engineering, environmental science or related disciplines.
• 3-7 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience leveraging energy modeling software to analyze building performance.
• At least 5 years experience leading a project team.
• Experience with contract management.
• Ability to independently leverage critical thinking skills to address real-world issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and coordination skills
• Proficiency with standard office computer applications.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team setting.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask on a wide range of competing demands
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
• Local and regional travel is anticipated.
• Valid Drivers License required.
Anti-Discrimination Policy
The Center for Neighborhood Technology is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age disability, veteran status, or marital status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, termination, promotion, transfer, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
This is an Exempt position. Salary is commensurate with experience.
To apply, please send cover letter, resume, and salary history to:
Human Resources
Center for Neighborhood Technology
2125 W. North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
Fax to 773-278-3840 or email to bridget@cnt.org
No phone calls please.

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