Project Manager Commercial

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Project Manager - Commercial 
Reports to: Program Manager – Multifamily, Commercial
Compensation*: Competitive starting salary $70,200 - $87,000 commensurate with skills and experience, Full Pay Range: $70,200 – 103,800
Employment Classification: Exempt Full-Time
Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible, position is open until filled 
Office Location: Portland Metro Area, Oregon, USA
 
BACKGROUND
About Energy Trust of Oregon
Energy Trust of Oregon is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to energy efficiency and renewable energy development. We serve Oregon customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural, Cascade Natural Gas and Avista, and SW Washington customers of NW Natural. Year over year Energy Trust is recognized as one of the 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For in Oregon.
 
Our Vision
Clean, affordable energy for everyone.
 
Our Commitment to Diversity
We recognize the lack of diversity in our industry, and we actively seek to address it with our hiring and retention practices as well as our values. We believe every person and their lived experience is integral to building a vibrant culture and delivering effective services to all customers we serve. We are committed to the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and we encourage candidates with diverse backgrounds and experience to apply.
 
Our Location
Energy Trust provides for a range of work location options, including remote, hybrid and in-office work. This position will represent Energy Trust in public settings and potentially at community events. We are open to candidates who live throughout Oregon and Washington. The Project Manager - Commercial would be expected to report to the office on a quarterly basis, at minimum. 
 
What We’re Looking For:
 
The Project Manager – Commercial is responsible for project managing the measure development process across the Commercial sector and providing project management support for Commercial Program Managers, with a focus on priority customers. This position will be part of a team of project managers delivering cross-cutting, cross-program support and project implementation. 
 
This position will work closely with Program Managers to shepherd new and current measures through the development process; building and maintaining a measure development schedule and working closely with the Measure Development Manager, Program Management Contractors (PMCs), and Planning and Evaluation teams.
 
Additionally, this position will support Program Managers in projects related to serving priority customers, such as customers in geographically rural areas and those experiencing low and moderate income. As a member of a cross-cutting project management team, this position will play a crucial role in coordination between programs and in project communication. 
 
This individual reports to the Program Manager – Multifamily, Commercial.
 
This position is expected to report to the Portland office quarterly at a minimum for all staff and other in-person meetings.
 
What You’ll Do:
 
 
Coordinate with Program Managers to manage the measure development process across the sector, communicating with Measure Development Manager and program management contractors.
 
Oversee work of Program Management Contractors in support of program initiatives and approved projects, exercising delegated authority.
 
Work with Program Managers and internal stakeholders to develop and maintain a measure development process and schedule, keeping project management tracking tools up to date.
 
Implement program initiatives related to priority customers, applying best practices for project management and quality assurance, ensuring efforts meet internal and external financial, audit, evaluation, and public communication requirements.
 
Identify key deliverables and ensure projects and initiatives meet goals.
 
Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from customers and contractors.
 
Maintain accurate and organized records of project information.
 
Perform all functions of the job in a safe manner. 
 
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
 
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
 
 
This position may direct the work of external and agency contractors.
 
This position may direct the work of interns and/or temporary agency employees.
 
This position will direct project work with cross-functional team members.
 
  
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please submit your resume and attach a cover letter.
 Check out our open roles at Energy Trust’s website   
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that candidates from certain demographics are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification—for example, women and People of Color. At Energy Trust we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace—if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles. 
 
Energy Trust of Oregon is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodation throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require reasonable accommodation, contact us. Energy Trust of Oregon is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.
Energy Trust is committed to pay equity. Energy Trust is committed to fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training.
*Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications in the pay equity assessment to determine equitable salary placement. Candidates should expect compensation offers within the starting compensation range. The full pay range is included to show the earnings potential for this position with sustained high performance.