Senior Manager, Energy Efficiency and Electrification Programs

Senior Manager Program Delivery

Location: Remote Greater Seattle Area Washington (must reside in or be willing to relocate to Washington)

Ready to make a difference

We are seeking a dynamic Senior Manager within our Utility Programs and Services (UPS) Division to serve as a Portfolio Lead Senior Program Manager and Launch Managerdriving and expanding ICFs utility business throughout Washington and the Pacific Northwest. This role is designed to be highly flexible and adaptable enabling you to support a variety of projects and program models based on business needs. The Senior Manager will initially be assigned to a portfolio in Washington offering a unique opportunity to shape build and scale a portfolio within a fast-growing business.

This position requires deep knowledge of energy efficiency electrification technologies for commercial and residential building systems and demand side management. The successful candidate will be called upon to partner with utilities to lead new program approaches that demand seasoned senior-level experience oversee the launch of new initiatives where team structures are still evolving and provide critical management support for complex programs or launches requiring additional leadership.

You will build and lead local teams that secure and deliver program contracts for utility clients. As the overall owner of the work you will set direction manage program financials and performance ensure delivery against goals and maintain strong client relationships and satisfaction. You will work across a matrixed organization to align outreach marketing IT engineering and national program experts bringing together the capabilities needed to launch operate and grow successful programs.

Why you will love working here:

• Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements and a strong work-life balance
• Community investment: Donation matching and volunteer opportunities
• Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement 401k matching Employee Stock Purchase Plan and access to professional development resources
• And many more (ask your recruiter for details!)

What you will be doing:

• Provide overall program and performance management leading the team responsible for delivering contracted energy efficiency and electrification work.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and industry partners supporting businesses in achieving energy performance improvements with existing and emerging technologies.
• Lead and adapt portfolio and program design including identification analysis and selection of energy upgrade measures with strategies tailored to the requirements of each project or launch.
• Manage financial metrics and performance for your assigned program and client portfolio.
• Ensure effective project and budget management with comprehensive tracking and status updates for leadership.
• Oversee program evaluation including analysis data collection and reporting.
• Provide resource management quality control and budget accountability to maximize efficiency client satisfaction and program outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams driving innovation and operational efficiencies across diverse and evolving projects.
• Manage and mentor direct indirect and external team membersincluding during new launches where teams are still being built outand coordinate remote work as needed.
• Manage program forecasts budgets and KPIs providing regulatory support when required.
• Mentor lead and collaborate with internal leadership and interim program team members especially during complex program launches requiring additional management support or senior oversight.
• Support the development of new technical tools products and offerings.
• Establish and grow new relationships with trade allies and professional organizations to ensure program awareness and adoption.
• Maintain ongoing communication with program participants and stakeholders to assess needs and gather feedback.
• Develop and deliver targeted presentations to promote program awareness and participation at industry events trade shows and stakeholder meetings.
• Prepare status reports documenting performance activities and pipeline management for senior leadership.
• Analyze QA/QC project data and oversee reporting to clients.
• Adapt quickly to changing business needs being reassigned to different portfolios and projects across the Pacific Northwest as priorities shift.
• Travel Requirements: This position would require the selected candidate to be in the local ICF office or at local client sites 2 - 3 days a week. Frequency will vary based on project phase and may increase during new program launches.

What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):

• Bachelors Degree in Energy Business Environmental Sciences Engineering Economics Policy or a related field (or applicants can substitute one year of related experience for one year of education)
• 8 years professional experience in the energy sector including the development design and management of successful energy efficiency electrification distributed energy resource or demand reduction programs and/or related experience
• 2 years professional experience managing project teams including during periods of rapid growth new launches or portfolio transitions

What we would like you to have (preferred qualifications):

• Experience working with utilities on downstream midstream or upstream electrification energy efficiency or demand side management (DSM) programs
• Direct experience managing energy programs with Washington utilities and established relationships with key decision-makers
• Proven ability to guide large program teams and oversee complex or evolving program launches
• Business development and client development experience
• Demonstrated experience with quality control and budget accountability
• Track record of managing multi-client portfolios and multidisciplinary teams (including subcontractors and strategic partners)
• Understanding of energy management regulatory planning/policy program design and engineering
• Industry certifications professional affiliations and publications

Professional skills you will use:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for all audiences
• Ability to work effectively with all internal and external partnersincluding during project transitions or new launches
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications and data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI)
• Strategic mindset with an aptitude for identifying new opportunities and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced high-growth environment
• Advanced analytical and leadership skills

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Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is :

$119323.00 - $202850.00

Washington Remote Office (WA99)

Required Experience:

Senior Manager