Freelance Energy Efficiency Program Jobs in California

Interested in joining a growing company where you will work with talented colleagues, enhance a supportive and energetic culture, and be part of the climate solution? At Energy Solutions, we focus on the big impacts. And we believe that market-based programs can be a powerful force to deliver large-scale energy, carbon, and water-use savings. Since 1995, we've harnessed that power to offer proven, performance-based solutions for our utility, government, and institutional customers.

The Director of Energy Efficiency - Midwestsets strategic direction and holds accountability for the delivery, performance, and growth of large-scale energy efficiency programs across the Midwest region. This roleoversees amultiprogramportfoliospanning six or more active programs with annual revenue exceeding $7M, while alsoshaping and advancing new business opportunities that expand Energy Solutions' energy efficiency footprint. Success is defined by strong client retention, healthy and scalable teams, compliant and high performing programs, and sustained growth within the Midwest region.

We prefer candidates located in the Midwest to West area of the country.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversee and governthe delivery of multiple large-scale energy efficiency programs, ensuring achievement of performance goals, contractualdeliverables, timelines, and budgets
• Direct crossdepartment 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 industryexpertise-,inenergy efficiencyprograms, and emerging technologiesandstrong program managementto inform regional and enterpriselevel decisions
• Lead and governa regional organization of project managers and senior professionals (P1-M4),establishingclear expectations for performance, collaboration, and accountability
• Develop, coach, andretaintalent, supportinggrowth andsuccession planning, team health, and long-term scalability
• Direct workforce planning, including recruiting, staffing, and workload distribution aligned to program and growth needs
• Develop and sustainprogram level andexecutivelevel client relationships, ensuring service excellence, trust, andlong-termpartnerships
• Deliver results that meet or exceed establishedenergysavingstargets, program milestones, and KPIs.
• Influence and alignclients, regulators, subcontractors, and partners with differing perspectives and priorities
• Represent Energy Solutionsas a senior regional leader in key client interactions and forums
• Model executive leadership behaviorsaligned with Energy Solutions' values and strategic goals
• Partner with senior and executive leadershipto align regional priorities with enterprise strategy and growth targets
• Define, adapt, and evolveregional 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-throughon awarded work to ensure successful launch and delivery
• Identifyand cultivate new opportunitiesand relationshipsaligned with Energy Solutions' energy efficiency and climate goals
• Serve as a visible thought leader,representingEnergy Solutions through industry conferences, boards, and strategic forums

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Energy, Public Policy, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field
• Twelve or more yearsof progressive professional experience, includingat least five years of people leadership,managingand developingmultigenerational teams
• Minimum of five years' experienceleading or overseeingenergy efficiency program implementation and growth, preferably within utilityfunded or regulated environments
• Demonstrated experiencemanaging complex operational teams, ideally overseeing program delivery, implementation, or productoriented teams in service of client outcomes
• Proven experienceleading client contract negotiations, renewals, and performance discussions, including accountability for delivery, financial outcomes, and risk mitigation
• Strong ability totranslate client needs into operational execution, including bridging gaps between program requirements, technology systems, and delivery costs, timelines, and constraints
• Demonstrated excellence incomplex problemsolving, quantitative analysis, and datadriven decisionmaking
• Ability tobalance competing priorities, manage ambiguity, and provide clear direction in fastmoving and evolving environments
• Proventrack recordofsuccessful organizational leadership, including motivating teams, driving accountability, and managing performance at scale
• Strongfinancial acumen, including budgeting, cost management, margin awareness, and maximizing program profitability
• Demonstrated ability toprovide thought leadershipin advancing energy efficiency, climate, and sustainability goals
• Exceptionalclient management, stakeholder engagement, and project leadership skills
• Ability tooperateeffectively in acollaborative, fastpaced, and growthoriented organization
• Outstandinginterpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including executivelevel communications
• High levelofattention 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- $171,000based on experience and qualifications.

Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous retirement package. Energy Solutions provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

AI Use

At Energy Solutions we believe in the importance of authentic interactions and equitable opportunities. We base our candidate selection on one's own skills, knowledge, and experience. To ensure the integrity and fairness of our interview process, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools (including Generative AI) or other means to generate or assist with responses during interviews is strictly prohibited. This practice supports our commitment to create a transparent and equitable space where skills, knowledge and experience can truly shine.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Energy Solutions is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Energy Solutions conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Office Locations and a Remote Workforce

Energy Solutions operates as a predominantly remote workforce with offices insix different locations. Employees who reside within 40 miles of an office (except New York) will be assigned to that location, though in-office attendance requirements may vary by team. At this time, we are not accepting applications from candidates residing in the following states: Delaware, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, and North Dakota.

Background Check Information

Information will be requested to perform the compulsory background check. A drug screen and authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely are preconditions of employment. Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

Reasonable Accommodations

Energy Solutions is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations in completing this application, interviewing, and/or completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email accommodation@energy-solution.com.

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