Associate Program Manager HVAC Energy Efficiency

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Description

**Associate Program Manager - HVAC Energy Efficiency**
**Location: Northern NJ - candidates must be located in or willing to relocate to New Jersey to be considered**
  
To support our growth, we are currently seeking a **HVAC Energy Efficiency Associate Program Manager** for our Utility Programs and Services (UPS) division to lead and grow ICF’s energy efficiency programs in New Jersey.

You will lead the development and management of our HVAC Midstream energy efficiency program, build relationships with clients, mentor junior team members, design/implement program strategies and plans, as well as develop and execute marketing and recruiting strategies.



**Why you will love working here:**

+ **Quality of life:  ** Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance, employee wellbeing programs

+ **Investment of the community:**  Donation matching, volunteer opportunities

+ **Investment in you:**  Education Reimbursement, Retirement Planning, 401k matching, Mentorship Programs, Free access to professional development resources such LinkedIn Learning

+ **Any many, many more** _*Ask your recruiter for more details!_

  **What you will be doing:**

+ Program design, including identification, analysis and selection of appropriate energy efficiency measures and development of effective delivery strategies 

+ Lead a team towards hitting goals and managing performance

+ Develop relationships and partnerships with major local, regional, and national market partners, through in-person and virtual interactions 

+ Engage market partners through the application process  

+ Program implementation including development and execution of detailed and effective implementation and management plans, quality control, or program evaluation 

+ Manage program forecasts, goals, and budgets along with providing regulatory support 

+ Analyzing market trends and technologies to optimize existing programs 

+ Collaborating with regional and national teams 

+ Day-to-day management of program team members, contractors, and distributors 

+ Building and maintaining relationships while driving businesses towards the implementation of energy performance improvements through the use of existing market knowledge and proven energy efficient technologies 

+ Goal achievement and reporting of results to clients 

+ Required local travel within New Jersey up to 30% of the time for client meetings, trade ally meetings, conferences and other events 

**What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):**

+ Bachelor’s degree in Business, Environmental Science, Engineering, Energy Management, Sustainability, or related discipline (or applicants can substitute one year of related experience for one year of education) 

+ 3+ years of experience developing designing and administering successful energy efficiency and demand reduction programs for utilities, state energy offices, state/local governments, and/or regional non-profits and/or related experience

**What we would like you to have (preferred qualifications):**

+ Experience in people management

+ Familiarity with HVAC and heat pump technologies 

+ Experience with the energy efficiency market in New Jersey 

+ Knowledge of local laws and NJ residential and commercial building and energy conservation codes  

+ Knowledge of sustainable building practices and technologies 

+ Ability to manage client relationships and communicate effectively 

+ Previous experience managing junior staff 

+ MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel) 

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**Working at ICF**

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants.

We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.

For more information, please read our EEO (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.

To request an accommodation, please email  Candidateaccommodation@icf.com  and we will be happy to assist.

All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.



Read more about  workplace discrimination righ t s or our benefit offerings which are included in the  Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

**Candidate AI Usage Policy**

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge.

As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted.

This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.



However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI.

If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at  candidateaccommodation@icf.com .

We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

 

**Pay Range** - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$88,817.00 - $150,989.00

New Jersey Remote Office (NJ99)

Required Skill Profession

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