Energy Efficiency Specialist

Requisition: 83679

PSEG Company: Public Service Electric & Gas Co.

Salary Range: $ 93,600 - $ 148,200

Work Location Category: Hybrid Flexible

We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it’s safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.

Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued.

We know life isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither is work. That’s why we offer flexible work options depending on the role.

In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of three work location categories:

1. Onsite – roles where employees are expected to be onsite daily.

2. Hybrid fixed – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work fixed days each week

3. Hybrid flexible – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work, but the onsite requirements have greater flexibility. (i.e. 5-8 days a month vs. set days each week).

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits from day one, designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, parental leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Job Summary

At this time, only current PSEG employees are being considered.

• Provide program management oversight over scope, schedule and budget of energy efficiency projects in compliance with the BPU Order and PSEG procedures. Ensure projects meet all program requirements, including project scope and cost effectiveness.

• Develop and maintain the processes for implementing energy efficiency projects and programs in accordance with requirements for BPU approved programs.

• Interface with PSEG associates, vendors, customers and outside consultants to assure the Program rules and requirements are maintained, the projects are cost effective and the information needed for management and regulatory reporting is accurate and timely.

• Perform and oversee program and project QA/QC as required; Apply knowledge in energy savings measures and techniques to program and project oversight

• Manage customer relationships to provide program services with a high level of customer satisfaction.

• Coordinate and direct the activities of vendors and contractors. Review vendor deliverables. Monitor vendor performance, and review/process vendor invoices.

• Ensure vendor and employee compliance with safety protocols and practices.

• Compile and analyze data from various projects / sources to monitor the status of customer projects and report to management. Projects may include the installation of various energy conservation measures (ECMs) such as HVAC, lighting, motors, energy management systems, etc., as appropriate for the program.

• Analyze performance results for management reports; Provide monthly project status forecasts

• Assist with special projects as necessary.

• During storm restoration efforts, may be required to perform functions outside of routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the processes for implementing energy efficiency projects and programs in accordance with requirements for BPU approved programs.

• Interface with PSEG associates, vendors, customers and outside consultants to assure the Program rules and requirements are maintained, the projects are cost effective and the information needed for management and regulatory reporting is accurate and timely. Coordinate and direct the activities of vendors and contractors. Review vendor deliverables. Monitor vendor performance, and review/process vendor invoices.

• Perform and oversee program and project QA/QC as required; Apply knowledge in energy savings measures and techniques to program and project oversight.

• Compile and analyze data from various projects / sources to monitor the status of customer projects and report to management. Projects may include the installation of various energy conservation measures (ECMs) such as HVAC, lighting, motors, energy management systems, etc., as appropriate for the program. Analyze performance results for management reports; Provide monthly project status forecasts; Must be proficient with working independently while maintaining and applying working knowledge of PSEG Standards of Business Controls and meet management’s expectations for effective internal business controls.

• Manage customer relationships to provide program services with a high level of customer satisfaction.

• Ensure vendor and employee compliance with safety protocols and practices.

Job Specific Qualifications

• B.S. Degree plus 5 years of experience in the space of energy efficiency programs, construction, or related fields. In lieu of a degree, 9 years of experience in the space of energy efficiency programs, construction, or related field

• Experience processing milestone based construction payments and forecasting financial spend

• Knowledge of energy efficiency measures, implementation, and cost

• Demonstrated excellent communication skills (oral and written)

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel & MS Word)

• Commitment to process improvement and attention to detail

• Knowledge of PSEG’s CEF energy efficiency order and related frameworks such as the NJ Cost Test

• Able to travel within PSE&G territory to conduct meetings with customers, perform inspections, and manage relationships with contractors

• Valid US driver's license

• Compliance with the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 is required.

Desired

• Vendor management, invoicing skills

• Building Performance Institute Certifications preferred

• Certified Energy Manager preferred

Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on the attached list ( At PSEG/AppendixAtoPart810_ Title10) not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).

As an employee of PSEG, you should be aware that during emergency restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.

For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing.

Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.

If you are a current PSEG Long Island (PSEGLI) employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries other than PSEGLI, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to PSEG, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG new hires. Similarly, for PSEG employees who accept job opportunities with PSEGLI, your benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of PSEGLI.

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