Associate Program Manager – Energy Efficiency

Resource Innovations

. Implement energy efficiency programs by supporting or leading data management, reporting, cross-team collaboration, and assisting with invoicing, accruals, and forecasting.

Posted 4/22/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement energy efficiency programs by supporting or leading data management, reporting, cross-team collaboration, and assisting with invoicing, accruals, and forecasting.
Engaging directly with contractors to support program participation
Deliver successful energy efficiency programs to utility client(s) per contract terms and program budgets.
Quantify, track and help drive program deliverables to be submitted accurately and on time.
Continuously assess project progress to goal and develop innovative and creative solutions to new issues and/or market dynamics.
Develop, manage, and foster partnerships with subcontractors, community groups, and other industry affiliates/stakeholders.
Manage client expectations, satisfaction, communications, and resolves and/or escalates client issues.
Interface with key internal departments such as IT, Marketing, Finance and HR to develop efficiencies to meet program needs.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business, energy, engineering, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred. Equivalent practical experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
At least 3 years’ experience in energy-efficiency or a related field required
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM tools (Salesforce preferred)
Interest in sustainability and passionate about making a meaningful impact on the environment.
Technical experience with energy efficiency, energy efficiency audits or related technologies desired.
Excellent project management skills, including establishing job and work process flows
Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task while consistently meeting deadlines, maintaining accuracy, and staying within budget
Strong communication skills (verbal and written), with excellent interpersonal and active listening skills
Positive, action-oriented attitude with initiative and creativity
Strong client service focus
Collaborative and team-oriented with the ability to work effectively across all levels of an organization
Technical understanding of building science or building systems (e.g., ductwork, HVAC, building envelope systems) is a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

three weeks of paid vacation annually
paid holidays
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
medical, dental and vision coverage
parental leave
employee assistance program
commuter benefits
additional supplemental offerings

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Hard Skills & Tools

data managementreportingenergy efficiencyenergy efficiency auditsproject managementbuilding sciencebuilding systemsforecastinginvoicingaccruals

Soft Skills

communication skillsinterpersonal skillsactive listeningdetail orientedmulti-taskingclient service focuscollaborativeteam-orientedinitiativecreativity