Residential New Construction - Project Associate

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Overview

TRC Advanced Energy (TRC) is a globally known energy efficiency consultancy. TRC collaborates with clients to develop and implement market transforming programs and initiatives that promote energy efficiency, renewable energy, and green building in multiple market sectors across the US and around the world.

These initiatives reduce energy costs, improve the health and safety conditions of buildings, while also helping the environment by reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

TRC acts nationally to address some of our country’s most challenging problems : global climate change and energy independence.

TRC is seeking a Project Associate to support the management of our California Residential New Construction electrification portfolio.

The primary focus for this role will be to work with potential program participants to review project applications. The Project Associate will execute efforts via phone or email communication with residential builders and developers, energy consultants, and project teams to promote and confirm program eligibility, layer incentives, and update applicants about their incentive status as needed.

The Project Associate will be responsible for communicating updates to relevant stakeholders at each phase, remove barriers as needed, and support each project from initiation to completion.

The ideal candidate will be an independent detail-oriented leader with a positive attitude and who is excellent at multi-tasking while maintaining a high degree of accuracy, efficiency, and reliability.

The ideal candidate will have strong written and verbal communication with solid customer service and problem-solving abilities.

We are looking for an organized team player with a passion for giving back to the community through equitable energy and sustainability.

APPLICATION PROCESS : Please submit a resume with 3 professional references. Cover letter optional but will allow the team to have additional insight on your qualifications.

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Responsibilities

• Monitor and report program key performance metrics and provide updates to management and the client.
• Facilitate lessons learned and process improvement meeting within the operations vertical to promote best practices and work through challenges as a team.

Independently manage workload and prioritize critical tasks.

• Resolve any barriers that arises for internal and external stakeholders throughout the project cycle.
• Be accountable for the projects that are assigned and notify management team if there are any delays or discrepancies to the process.
• Proficiency of Customer Relationship Management system and provide input for enhancements or troubleshooting.
• Work with portfolio team to actively manage multiple projects through the entire lifecycle in various stages.
• Support end-user customers in understanding, completing, and submitting required project paperwork and including relevant supporting documentation.
• Review and verify incoming project submittals on a regular basis to determine eligibility and request missing information as needed.
• Provide outstanding customer service, utilizing excellent communication skills and positive attitude to work with detailed requests from customers, client staff, and internal team members.
• Support outreach, technical, and other cross functional teams as needed through reporting, research, information follow-up, end-user customer training, etc.
• Ensure incentives are processed in a timely and accurate manner.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Residency in California.
• Bachelors degree with 3 years of relevant experience OR 7 years of relevant professional experience.
• Proficient in MS Office tools (. outlook, word, excel, teams, SharePoint).
• Experience using a CRM or similar system to effectively track customer and / or project details.
• Experience with energy efficiency, electrification, utility programs, or construction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to travel within the state of California.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience with processing complex projects.
• Self driven and a team player with established critical thinking, analytical, and problem solving skills.
• Strong teamwork skills that include highly effective communication in person, over email, and over the phone.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team and customers.
• Attention-to-detail to ensure project submittals meet the clients’ criteria for eligibility and completeness.
• Experience working with a CRM system to manage data and create reports.
• Ability to contribute to multiple projects simultaneously with low to no margin of error.
• Excellent time management skills including the ability to monitor and manage project progress.
• Ability to coordinate, schedule and conduct team meetings professionally.
• Ability read and monitor performance metrics to support program goals.
• Experience promoting process documentation, optimization, and automation.
• Knowledge of Energy related technology.
• Experience submitting or processing utility incentive or rebate programs.

This position will be located in one of TRC’s California offices : Encinitas, San Diego, Irvine (Los Angeles area). Ability to work from varied locations within California is currently in effect, but staff are encouraged to meet in local offices when appropriate and to foster team collaboration.

Salary and Benefits

The position is a full time, permanent position. Starting salary range is $65,000 - $75,000, and dependent on qualifications and experience.

TRC is an equal opportunity employer, with a benefits package including health insurance, and 401(k).

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Disclaimers

TRC is an equal opportunity employer : disability / veteran. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Compensation : In accordance with local law, the salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition.

Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of medical, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status.

Salary Range

USD $65,000.00 - USD $75,000.00 / Yr.