Program Specialist, Energy Efficiency

Ameren

Program Specialist managing energy efficiency program data and implementation for Ameren Illinois. Review project plans, oversee vendor compliance, and maintain stakeholder relationships.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeCollinsville • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $71,100 - $137,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management, data analysis, and contract compliance, with a strong focus on energy efficiency objectives and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in project management best practices and effective communication strategies to support program outreach and reporting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Program ManagementContract ComplianceData AnalysisProject Management Best PracticesEnergy Efficiency

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Hard Skills

Data ReportingAccountingMarketingEngineeringProgram Metrics Tracking

Soft Skills

Stakeholder EngagementCommunication

Tools & Technologies

MS Office SuiteAdvanced ExcelPower BI

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMBA

Industry Keywords

Energy EfficiencyDemand ResponseProgram DesignVendor ManagementQuality Control

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for first line review of program data and information and provide analysis and recommendations related to program management and design as requested
Lead development of implementation and project plans across the portfolio, including business, residential, and strategy & innovation
Review and approve vendor invoices
Manage contract compliance
Coordinate accounting activities with Corporate Accounting
Maintain an appropriate positive and mutually beneficial business relationship with customers, regulatory stakeholders, professional groups, and industry allies in support of Ameren Illinois’ energy efficiency objectives
Oversee program data quality, quality control, and the presentation of program data and information
Support internal and external program communication and outreach needs
Track program metrics
Prepare status reports to accurately monitor progress against program objectives, timelines, budgets, and goals
Lead the development, implementation and tracking of projects using project management best practices
Stay current with ongoing trends in energy efficiency and demand response.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required
MBA preferred
Two or more years of relevant experience required (e.g., contract compliance, marketing, accounting, technology, data reporting, engineering)
May waive Bachelor's degree requirement for candidates with six or more years of directly relevant experience, or for candidates with an Associate's degree with four or more years of directly relevant experience
Five or more years of relevant experience required for Program Supervisor, Energy Efficiency
Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (preferably Advanced Excel and Power BI skills)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage on date of hire
100% employer paid cash balance pension plan
401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire
Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays
Paid parental leave and family caregiver leave