Energy Efficiency Project Coordinator

Resource Innovations is seeking a Project Coordinator to join our growing team in the Chicago area. As a Project Coordinator with Resource Innovations, you will work in a dynamic environment supporting large scale commercial and industrial energy efficiency programs. The Project Coordinator must be able to manage multiple tasks and respond quickly to program changes or challenges.  We are looking for an exceptional person who enjoys working in an innovative environment.

Resource Innovations (RI) is a women-led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we're constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we're leading the charge to power change.

Resource Innovations, now combined with Nexant, is a substantially woman-owned, woman-led energy consulting firm dedicated to creating equal access to clean resources through diverse partnerships. The company's deep roots and broad expertise in resource efficiency, policy development, coalition and partnership building, and market-based technology support enable the delivery of highly successful energy programs. Nexant brings over 20 years of expertise in demand-side management, grid management, and renewables, as well as a comprehensive suite of software designed to support these initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Educate and assist service providers and customers with program participation by answering energy efficiency program questions, reviewing project assessments and equipment specifications, and providing guidance on the application process.
• Conduct comprehensive energy assessments/audits for commercial, retail, and public customers.
• Support and train subcontractors/service providers on performing comprehensive energy assessments and provide technical and non-technical support to successfully participate in energy efficiency incentive program offerings.
• Conduct on-site inspections to verify installation and operation of baseline and replacement energy efficient equipment. 
• Establish and maintain a professional customer rapport, including identifying and anticipating customer needs and proposing solutions.
• Promptly and accurately address customer concerns to assure problem resolution and promote long-term productive relationships.
• Understand the organization and decision-making process to work with stakeholders in determining project eligibility, schedule, and potential energy savings.
• Perform and review energy savings calculations for evaluating energy savings and environmental impact.
• Provide technical and customer support to energy efficiency incentive program participants.
• Manage on-time delivery of technical reports to customers and subcontractors/service providers as needed.
• Efficiently manage multiple projects, provide timely updates, and ensure our customers and subcontractors/service providers are up to date with program information.
• Communicate efficiently with subcontractors/service providers, customers, and clients to meet program requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• BA or BS degree is preferred, preferably in a STEM field – Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, or Business Management, Construction Management or a related field
• At least 2 years of project coordination experience or similar within the energy efficiency industry preferred
• An understanding of building energy systems preferred (particularly lighting, HVAC, and refrigeration) and/or sustainability is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to successfully coordinate multiple projects and work with technical staff
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, presentation, and analytical skills
• Proficient in MS office suite including Excel and Word and the ability to learn and operate company proprietary computer software is required
• Interest in sustainability and passionate about making a meaningful impact on the environment
• Must have IL driver's license and be able to travel locally up to approximately 25% of the time

Benefits

Resource Innovations offers competitive salaries based on candidate's qualifications. Resource Innovations also offers three weeks paid vacation per year, paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with employee matching funds, a discretionary bonus and an overall comprehensive benefits package.

About Resource Innovations

Resource Innovations (RI) is a women-led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we’re constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we’re leading the charge to power change.

Resource Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Resource Innovations complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company does work.

The above job description and job requirements are not intended to be all inclusive. Resource Innovations retains the right to make changes or adjustments to job descriptions and/or job requirements at any time without notice.