Director Energy Innovation Jobs (NOW HIRING)

At Energy Solutions we believe in the importance of authentic interactions and equitable opportunities.

• Oversee and govern the delivery of multiple large-scale energy efficiency programs, ensuring achievement of performance goals, contractual deliverables, timelines, and budgets
• Direct cross department collaboration—including with Information Systems—to guide the development, enhancement, and maintenance of custom software supporting program delivery
• Actively manage program performance by monitoring and driving key metrics—including revenue—while controlling budgets and timelines; anticipate, assess, and mitigate delivery, compliance, and operational risks to ensure successful execution.
• Apply deep industry expertise -, in energy efficiency programs, and emerging technologies and strong program management to inform regional and enterprise level decisions
• Lead and govern a regional organization of project managers and senior professionals (P1–M4), establishing clear expectations for performance, collaboration, and accountability
• Develop, coach, and retain talent, supporting growth and succession planning, team health, and long-term scalability
• Direct workforce planning, including recruiting, staffing, and workload distribution aligned to program and growth needs
• Develop and sustain program level and executive level client relationships, ensuring service excellence, trust, and long‑term partnerships
• Deliver results that meet or exceed established energy ‑ savings targets, program milestones, and KPIs.
• Influence and align clients, regulators, subcontractors, and partners with differing perspectives and priorities
• Represent Energy Solutions as a senior regional leader in key client interactions and forums
• Model executive leadership behaviors aligned with Energy Solutions’ values and strategic goals
• Partner with senior and executive leadership to align regional priorities with enterprise strategy and growth targets
• Define, adapt, and evolve regional approaches to energy efficiency program delivery in response to changing markets, policies, and client needs
• Champion innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement, fostering adaptability and resilience across teams
• Oversee comprehensive risk mitigation, rigorous QA/QC practices, and ongoing process improvements to strengthen operational performance and ensure flawless program execution
• Lead and sponsor change management efforts, guiding teams through ambiguity, transitions, and evolving program models
• Drive follow‑through on awarded work to ensure successful launch and delivery
• Identify and cultivate new opportunities and relationships aligned with Energy Solutions’ energy efficiency and climate goals
• Serve as a visible thought leader, representing Energy Solutions through industry conferences, boards, and strategic forums

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Energy, Public Policy, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field
• Twelve or more years of progressive professional experience, including at least five years of people leadership, managing and developing multi ‑ generational teams
• Minimum of five years’ experience leading or overseeing energy efficiency program implementation and growth, preferably within utility ‑ funded or regulated environments
• Demonstrated experience managing complex operational teams, ideally overseeing program delivery, implementation, or product ‑ oriented teams in service of client outcomes
• Proven experience leading client contract negotiations, renewals, and performance discussions, including accountability for delivery, financial outcomes, and risk mitigation
• Strong ability to translate client needs into operational execution, including bridging gaps between program requirements, technology systems, and delivery costs, timelines, and constraints
• Demonstrated excellence in complex problem ‑ solving, quantitative analysis, and data ‑ driven decision ‑ making
• Ability to balance competing priorities, manage ambiguity, and provide clear direction in fast ‑ moving and evolving environments
• Proven track record of successful organizational leadership, including motivating teams, driving accountability, and managing performance at scale
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, cost management, margin awareness, and maximizing program profitability
• Demonstrated ability to provide thought leadership in advancing energy efficiency, climate, and sustainability goals
• Exceptional client management, stakeholder engagement, and project leadership skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a collaborative, fast ‑ paced, and growth ‑ oriented organization
• Outstanding interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including executive ‑ level communications
• High level of attention to detail, organization, and time management across a large and varied portfolio
• The salary range for this role is $145,000 to $180,000, with a target compensation of $145,000 - $171,000 based on experience and qualifications.