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Pivot Energy

Contract Associate

Denver, CO

$60K - $80K/yr

ROLE OVERVIEW Pivot Energy seeks a highly organized, detail-oriented operations professional to join the Origination team as Contract Associate, Sales Operations. This role is responsible for ...

Pivot Energy

Contract Associate

Denver, CO · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

ROLE OVERVIEW Pivot Energy seeks a highly organized, detail-oriented operations professional to join the Origination team as Contract Associate, Sales Operations. This role is responsible for ...

Sunrun

Energy Sales Retail Associate

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$160K/yr

S. solar, storage, and energy services company. Are you looking to position yourself in a high growth, high impact career? Do you desire a sales lifestyle? If so, look no further - the Sunrun retail ...

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What is an energy associate?

Energy Associates are professionals who support the planning, analysis, and implementation of energy projects and initiatives. They typically work for energy companies, consulting firms, or government agencies, assisting with research, data analysis, and reporting on energy usage, efficiency, and sustainability. Their role often involves supporting senior staff, preparing technical documents, and ensuring compliance with energy regulations and standards. Energy Associates play a key part in helping organizations meet their energy goals and improve overall energy performance.

What is the difference between Energy Associate vs Energy Analyst?

AspectEnergy AssociateEnergy Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, or related field; certifications like LEED or energy management certificationsBachelor's or master's in engineering, environmental science, or related; certifications like CEM or LEED often preferred
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, site assessments, client consultations, office workData analysis, report writing, project planning, office-based
Employer & Industry UsageUtilities, renewable energy companies, consulting firmsEnergy companies, consulting firms, government agencies

While both roles focus on energy efficiency and sustainability, Energy Associates typically engage in fieldwork and client interactions, whereas Energy Analysts focus more on data analysis and reporting. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and certifications, but their daily tasks and work environments differ.

What typical projects and collaborations can an energy associate expect to be involved in?

As an Energy Associate, you can expect to work on a variety of projects including renewable energy transactions, regulatory compliance, and power purchase agreements. You’ll often collaborate with attorneys, engineers, project managers, and clients to support the development and financing of energy projects. The role frequently involves reviewing contracts, conducting due diligence, and staying up to date with evolving energy regulations. This collaborative environment provides valuable exposure to both legal and technical aspects of the energy sector, making it an excellent foundation for career growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an energy associate?

To thrive as an Energy Associate, you need a solid understanding of energy markets, renewable and conventional energy technologies, and strong analytical skills, often backed by a degree in engineering, environmental science, or a related field. Familiarity with data analysis tools (like Excel, Python, or energy modeling software) and knowledge of regulatory frameworks or relevant certifications (such as LEED or PMP) are typically required. Strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills help you collaborate effectively and present complex information clearly. These competencies are crucial for navigating the evolving energy sector and delivering impactful solutions to clients and stakeholders.
What are the most commonly searched types of Energy jobs in Colorado? The most popular types of Energy jobs in Colorado are:
What cities in Colorado are hiring for Energy Associate jobs? Cities in Colorado with the most Energy Associate job openings:
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Infographic showing various Energy Associate job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Contract Associate

Pivot Energy

Denver, CO

$60K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

ROLE OVERVIEW 
 
Pivot Energy seeks a highly organized, detail-oriented operations professional to join the Origination team as Contract Associate, Sales Operations. This role is responsible for overseeing Origination agreements, document workflows, due diligence coordination, easement execution, and system accuracy across Pivot’s origination pipeline. The Contract Associate, Sales Operations will serve as a key operational bridge between Origination, Legal, PDE, and external partners to ensure that all land, title, and contractual documentation is accurate, complete, timely, and properly stored.  
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Own Contract Check-In Process: Review, QA/QC, and route solar leases, amendments, terminations, and related agreements for execution for the Origination teams. 

  • Manage title report ordering & document recording processes. Manage 3rd party relationships with title report and recording services. Manage associated invoicing. 

  • Coordinate additional legal documentation needs with Pivot’s Legal team. Resolve discrepancies with deed/title and lease agreements. 

  • Maintain clean, accurate digital and physical filing systems for leases and other contracts. 

  • Support the Territory Manager, Easements via tracking easement negotiations, landowner outreach, documentation status, and key milestones 

  • Oversee logistics for team retreats and summits. 

  • Assist with miscellaneous/special/high-level projects as determined by Originations leadership, including projects for the other teams as necessary. 

  • Optimize and automate administrative processes. 

  • Compile the initial monthly project commission list for Originations Leadership. 

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

  • 0-3 Years of Experience in Administration, Operations, or Business Environments 

  • Experience with using AI and automations 

  • Exceptional attention to detail in high-volume, document-driven environments 

  • Strong organizational and time management skills 

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment 

  • Active notary license 

PREFERRED COMPETENCIES

  • Experience reviewing legal, land, and title documents 

  • Title and due diligence experience 

  • Familiarity with Salesforce, Smartsheet, and Asana 

  • Familiarity with Google Earth and/or ArcGIS 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS  

The estimated base salary range for this position is $60,000-$80,000 depending on relevant experience, along with eligibility for the company’s substantial bonus plan, with a target bonus of 30% of annual salary (prorated in first year based on start date).  
 

Pivot Energy is dedicated to providing a great work experience for all employees, placing an emphasis on company culture, and a focus on our people. To that end, Pivot offers an outstanding benefits package that includes: 

  • Excellent health/dental/vision insurance benefits with up to 100% of premiums covered by the company 

  • Four weeks of vacation (prorated in first year) 

  • Company paid life insurance and short- & long-term disability coverage 

  • Generous parental leave 

  • 401(k) matching 

  • Home Office set-up stipend for new employees 

  • Public transit reimbursement 

  • PTO for volunteering in the community 

  • Charitable donation matching up to $500/year 

  • Professional development and educational reimbursements 

A complete list of all the benefits Pivot offers may be provided upon request. 

Recruitment Agency Notice:
We appreciate your interest in partnering with us; however, we are not seeking recruitment agency support for this role.

ABOUT PIVOT

Pivot Energy is a national renewable energy provider that develops, finances, builds, owns, and manages solar and energy storage projects that help decarbonize our nation’s electricity, increase equitable access to clean energy for local communities, and provide real cost-savings to American businesses and
families.
 
We are fiercely dedicated to accelerating the rapid transition taking place in the energy industry to a more decentralized and cleaner approach to power generation. We are committed to positively contributing to the local communities and people we serve with more than clean energy. We believe global warming poses an existential threat to our planet and that we have a responsibility to help mitigate the threat. Our portfolio includes projects that reduce energy burden for income-limited families, create workforce pathways for under-represented groups within the solar industry, and include robust community investment opportunities.
 
As a Certified B Corporation and one of Denver’s “Best Places to Work”, we believe that company success is driven by a healthy environment, thriving society, and workplace where all individuals are respected. We evaluate every internal decision on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors to determine if our actions will result in a net positive impact on the community, our employees, customers, shareholders, and the environment. Learn more in our annual ESG Report.
 
At Pivot, our core values guide our work internally and externally:
·       Impact – We hold ourselves accountable to having a measurable impact on our people, communities, and the planet
·       Balance – Put family first; work hard/have fun
·       Determination – Find ways to be successful no matter how difficult the challenge
·       Professionalism – Impress everyone we touch, be a team player
·       Honesty – Be truthful and transparent, externally and internally
·       Kindness – Create an environment where kindness, empathy, and vulnerability are embraced
 
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION and JUSTICE STATEMENT
 
At Pivot, we are proactively developing and maintaining an inclusive culture, rooted in mutual respect, that supports a workforce of different generations, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, ability statuses, religions, and cultures to work collaboratively together for greater impact. We seek to build a team that invests in relationship building, celebrates each other’s successes, and makes space for the unique contributions and working styles people bring into Pivot. 
Pivot invests in company-wide trainings, assessments, and programs to advance internal inclusion and equity practices, such as employee allyship building, cross-cultural communications, and equitable hiring and management protocols to increasingly recognize bias and ensure mutual respect and belonging.
 
EEO STATEMENT
Pivot Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce. We actively work to cultivate an inclusive culture that welcomes, empowers, and enables equitable career growth for employees regardless of background.