Position: Project Manager: Buiness Operations

Terms: Full-time Exempt (Salaried)

Location: California-based Hybrid-remote Occasional office travel

Compensation: Based on qualifications and experience

Benefits: Eligible for all company benefits

Interviews: Interviews are scheduled as applications processed

Deadline to apply: Position open until filled

PROJECT MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you ready to create a brighter energy future as part of a passionate and purpose-driven organization The Energy Coalition (TEC) is scouting for a full-time Project Manager to support our Business Operations team by providing analytical and reporting support to address the needs of our diverse set of clients and partners. TECs Business Operations teams are the heart of our organization; they maintain the systems and processes that enable our people and programs to thrive.

The Project Manager will be responsible for managing reporting workflows that support energy programs across TECs portfolio. This includes overseeing reporting timelines and processes aligned with regulatory and contract specifications executing analyses and reporting deliverables and coordinating data inputs from internal and external program stakeholders with support from a Project Analyst. Additionally this position will interface with Program Administrators (such as Regional Energy Networks Community Choice Aggregators and private and public utilities) to develop forecasting analyses and quantify impacts that signify meaningful progress toward a sustainable clean energy future.

Top candidates bring direct experience managing reporting workflows and executing the development of data analysis projects with multiple stakeholder inputs. They will also demonstrate strong communication analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively engage and build collaborative relationships with clients and external partners. TEC is also interested in candidates open to leveraging their skills and expertise across other programs and initiatives as our business opportunities evolve.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Manage reporting timelines and maintain effective communication channels with TECs clientele of energy program implementers.

• Coordinate internally and externally to collect data inputs from program implementers follow up on information requests respond to questions and facilitate a timely and accurate submittal per reporting timelines and specifications.

• Effectively delegate and oversee reporting workflows including the supportive data coordination and compilation activities executed by colleagues; your role may evolve to include direct supervisory responsibilities.

• Utilize Google Sheets/Excel for data analysis and translation to align with standard reporting formats; develop maintain and refine templates used by program implementers for standardized reporting; track schedules deliverables and progress towards milestones.

• Produce internal and external monthly and quarterly reports of incentive claims from energy efficiency projects implemented and programmatic accomplishments (including metrics and indicators)

• Lead the assembling organization and completion of Annual Reports and other reports for our clients Energy Efficiency Program portfolios to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).

• Lead the development of process streamlining and workflow automations for report development including aspects related to the collection of data inputs from internal and external parties.

• Prepare forecasting analyses and reports in support of legal regulatory filings on behalf of our clients Energy Efficiency Program portfolios such as advice letters to the CPUC and formal responses to proceedings open to public comment.

Other Duties

• Schedule and support the facilitation of internal and external meetings developing program correspondence including reports presentations agendas minutes and tracking of action items.

• Conduct tracking reporting and analysis of metrics on attainment of contracted goals deliverables and objectives by using tracking templates and customer relationship management (CRM) databases.

• Assist in design and maintenance of data fields reports and report types in CRM database to support reporting activities.

• Utilize TECs tools and ERP systems to manage program budgets and align staffing with program goals and business needs.

• Produce regularly scheduled updates and reports on the progress of assigned projects.

• Support QC and data transfer input tasks as requested.

• Attend internal and external meetings and advocate on behalf of clients in matters related to regulatory reporting.

• Develop a solid comprehension of program components and initiatives.

• Conduct research as instructed and present findings to internal staff.

• Serve as a company-wide resource for TEC.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a relevant field such as Data Science Analytics Mathematics Statistics Computer Science Environmental Science Sustainability Economics/Financial modeling or Engineering (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience.

• Demonstrated ability to oversee and coordinate reporting schedules across multiple programs or departments ensuring timely and accurate data delivery to stakeholders.

• Experience with managing stakeholders and maintaining client relationships.

• Able to navigate spreadsheet program functionality with strong MS Excel and Google Sheets skills and familiarity with advanced functions such as lookup tables pivot tables and conditional formatting

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and ensure alignment with program goals and deadlines.

• Good project management skills demonstrated by:

  • Ability to perform required project tasks independently;

  • Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks to support various team members;

  • Ability to complete assignments in a thorough accurate and timely manner;

  • Attention to detail and follow-through in tasks that meet requirements for regulatory and contract deliverables.

• Proficiency in business correspondence developing reports and designing processes.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficient in English (verbal and written).

• Strong communication skills with the ability to present data-driven insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Ability to quickly learn and understand fundamentals of accurate reporting quality assurance & quality control identifying patterns and issues and developing solutions.

• Valid drivers license insurance and access to a vehicle.

• Have an active cell phone plan service.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Salesforce platform and Google Apps.

• Experience with Netsuite/OpenAir/Suite Projects Pro ERP systems.

• Experience with energy incentive programs applications and processes.

• Has a passion for and basic understanding of energy efficiency and distributed energy resource concepts.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

The Energy Coalition (TEC) is a California-based 501(c)3 nonprofit with fifty years of experience partnering with communities public agencies private companies educators and policymakers to design and implement sustainability strategies. As a social change organization TECs mission is to empower communities to leap into the future of clean energy.

TECs team consists of passionate self-starters motivated by their dedication to creating a resilient and sustainable energy future. We nurture the professional growth of our employees by offering opportunities for staff to apply and develop their skills encouraging staff to learn from one another and through in-house training and professional development funds to build expertise. TEC strives to create a great working environment that is open flexible and collegial.

Company-Wide Expectations

• Ability to work comfortably in a collaborative environment and make significant contributions to the team and program in a fast-paced environment

• Proactive initiative and excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and dene the problem develop solutions exercise good judgment and make decisions

• Adaptable flexible and able to pivot based on company and program needs

• Intrinsic sense of high moral code and ethical conduct and the ability to use discretion with confidential information

• Passion for energy efficiency distributed energy resources and environmental conservation

• Strong attention to detail that results in concise consistent work products

• Professional appearance and demeanor

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position will be primarily remote except when business needs require in-person attendance at meetings and events at TEC offices or customer sites. TEC has instituted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy to safeguard the health of our employees their families and those we do business with. TEC will continue implementing a hybrid model to allow us to innovate and gather in person when it makes sense while championing a flexible work environment and promoting work-life balance. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

COMPENSATION

Salary: The starting base pay range for this position is $84300 - $95000 annually. This hiring range is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the salary range at the time of the posting and is subject to change. The actual compensation offered will be determined by various factors including a candidates experience education training skills and certifications.

Benefits: TEC offers a competitive benefits package that includes salary medical dental and vision insurance; employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability; access to employee assistance programs and behavioral health programs; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 4%; 9/80 work schedule with 13 paid holidays and paid time off (increases with time in service). TEC values professional growth and we invest time and resources into quality training for team members.

The Energy Coalition is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to reflect the diverse community it serves.

Posted 6/5/2025