TITLE: Senior Technical Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Senior Technical Manager

REPORTS TO: Principals

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

Position Summary

Successful candidates will demonstrate experience and proficiency with the following:

·  Understand how to define an appropriate analytical framework for various building science, policy, and economic questions surrounding energy efficiency; perform or manage the research; structure reports to convey all the essential information in an accessible manner; gather data from subject matter studies and identify relevant factors; read and interpret technical documents, laws, regulations, and data.

·  Have an understanding of the regulatory arena in which building standards are developed and enforced. Demonstrate experience sufficient to discern quickly the sources in which research will yield valuable information and insight related to salient building performance topics: codes and standards, design principles, cost effectiveness, energy efficiency adoption barriers, and details unique to various kinds of buildings.

·  Understand the impact of the relative costs and benefits of a potential action; identify the key elements that must be modified to achieve a goal; identify, analyze and resolve problems with multiple priorities between departments within the company and outside entities.

·  Coordinate and collaborate with Project/Contract manager on short- and long-range issues that may affect project success. Continually communicate with the project team and clarify what is expected of each team member. Motivate and challenge team members and associates. Incorporate the constraints of budgets and schedules into the design of research, analysis, and reporting.

·  Elicit input from subject matter experts and generalists across a range of professional levels and expertise. Possess a solid understanding of the roles, constraints, and primary motivations of multiple professions involved with the design, construction, sale, rating, maintenance, regulation, financing, and/or remodeling of buildings for energy efficiency.

·  Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the company and with outside contacts; interact with others to influence the adoption of policies that support energy efficiency and economic goals; gain cooperation from technical and non-technical staff, consultants, and professionals from outside agencies to complete assigned tasks and projects. Interact with client representatives at all levels of an organization to ensure continuous customer satisfaction as well as successful project completion.

·  Prepare or oversee preparation of project financial reports.

·  Other duties as assigned.

Basic Knowledge and Abilities Required of this Position

·  Strong organizational, listening, writing and editing skills.

·  Advanced mathematical skills to prepare a variety of reports.

·  Ability to communicate effectively by phone, in writing, and through personal presentation.

·  Establish priorities, plan and schedule work.

·  Perform research and compile information from a variety of sources.

·  Analyze situations and suggest appropriate action.

·  Act independently and make minor decisions based on established procedures.

·  Read and interpret policies and procedures.

·  Compose or oversee preparation of correspondence and minutes independently.

·  Moderate proficiency using Microsoft Excel.

·  Operate standard office equipment; set up and maintain electronic filing systems.

·  Learn office technology systems (project database, email, and voice mail).

·  Prepare documents, reports, spreadsheets utilizing software programs.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience)

·  Bachelors Degree in a related field such as engineering, physics, chemistry, energy/environmental science, construction, economics, or other related fields from an accredited college or university is expected. Engineering degree preferred.

·  Masters Degree preferred.

·  Minimum of 7 years project management experience in the energy field related to energy efficiency programs or codes and standards is a plus.

·  Substantial experience may be demonstrated in lieu of suggested degrees.

·  A valid driver’s license is required.

Other Experience Desired (any combination)

·  Any of the following type of work: architect, engineer, builder; chief building inspector or plan checker; state, local or federal government employ in the areas of building science research, codes and standards, energy efficiency policy development (e.g., CEC, DOE, HUD, HCD); non-profit green building org, non-profit energy efficiency or environmental org (E.G., ACEEE, CEE, NRDC, Oregon Trust, CABEC); university-level instructor in a relevant subject; utility energy efficiency program manager; EM&V project manager.

·  Conducting or reviewing energy audits to assess cost and savings of energy-savings measures.

·  Familiar with government procurement/contracting practices or decision-making practices.

·  Professional involvement with state or local governments.

·  Understanding of LEED requirements; performance contracting, energy management, and sustainability.

·  Knowledge of solar, wind or biomass applications/design/assessment, or water efficiency strategies.

·  Project management related to building construction.

·  CA licensed mechanical or electrical engineer (or Engineer in Training- EIT)

Salary and Benefits

This position is a full time, permanent position located in Folsom, CA (Sacramento County). Starting salary is competitive and dependent on qualifications and experience. A benefits package is included, including 401 (k).

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually mild to moderate.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will posses the skills aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Please submit cover letter, resume, and supplemental questionnaire to:
Marci Vistro
Benningfield Group, Inc.
400 Plaza Drive, Suite 120
Folsom, CA 95630

Deadline: Application packets must be received by Friday, July 6, 2012.

Supplemental Questionnaire

Please note that you will be asked to respond to the following supplemental questions which will be part of the application process. This questionnaire must be completed for employment consideration. Please do not indicate “refer to resume” as a response to the questions as it will be viewed as an incomplete answer.

1)  How many years of experience do you have managing fee for service or energy-efficiency programs?

Please describe your role and involvement with these programs and where this experience was acquired.

2)  Please describe your experience performing technical analysis of energy efficiency issues. What types of analyses have you performed, what tools did you use, and where was this experience acquired?

3)  Please describe your experience with planning and managing program budgets and metrics to meet goals. What specific experience and responsibilities do you have and where was this experience acquired?

4)  Please list any relevant certifications, other credentials or training you believe is relevant to this position.

5)  If offered this position, what is the earliest date you would be available to start?