ICF Next

Senior Manager, Commercial Energy

ICF Next • $119K — $202K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in related field
  • 8+ years in energy efficiency, utility, or sustainability programs
  • 8+ years leading cross-organizational teams
  • Experience with retailers or manufacturers in energy-efficient products (preferred)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily operations as the main client contact
  • Oversee program budgets and track Key Performance Indicators
  • Regularly review program performance and forecast goals
  • Coordinate with clients and teams to meet program objectives
  • Support client outreach and manage ad hoc requests
  • Supervise direct reports, including performance reviews and approvals
  • Assist with invoicing, reporting, and subcontractor activities

Benefits

  • Flexible work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Collaborative team culture
  • Access to industry-leading resources
  • Support for work-life balance
Full Job Description
Senior Manager, Commercial Energy

Working closely with the portfolio director, this individual will be responsible for monitoring and supporting a muti-channel implementation in the Midwest with the successful delivery across multiple functional areas, including internal operations, client support, and stakeholder management.

Come join our team as a Senior Manager of residential energy efficiency utility programs in the Midwest. You will build and manage relationships with clients, manage subcontractors, and design and implement program strategies and plans. Management of the program includes meeting established goals while maintaining budgets, conducting cost-benefit analyses and evaluating the impact of residential products programs, and ensuring that programs comply with regulatory guidelines.

What you will be doing:
  • Manage day to day operations of the contract serving as the main point of contact for the client
  • Direct oversight of program budgets and tracking & reporting Key Performance Indicators
  • Review program performance towards goals on a regular basis including program forecasting
  • Coordinate with client and ICF team to ensure all program goals are met, and adjust as needed to meet goals
  • Assist in the direct support of client outreach, meetings and ad hoc requests including 1-on-1 client meetings
  • Management of direct reports including but not limited to timesheet/expense approval, PTO approval, regular individual check-in meetings, and annual performance reviews
  • Support monthly invoicing and reporting as well as all outreach, recruitment, marketing, QA/QC, and subcontractor activities
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Program requirements and ongoing Program updates
  • Collaborate with regional and national teams to provide national cohesion and bring efficiencies & best practices to your client's programs
  • Other duties as required to support our work nationally and provide direct support to division leadership as needed.


What we need you to have (min qualifications):
  • Bachelor's degree (or applicants can substitute one year of related experience for one year of education)
  • 8+ years of related experience working in energy efficiency, energy, utility, or sustainability programs or similar experience
  • 8+ years of experience leading cross-organizational teams


What we would like you to have (preferred qualifications):
  • Experience working with retailers and/or manufacturers and understanding the retail industry or programs that focus on energy efficient products
  • Ability to establish influential partnerships at all levels
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to identify new opportunities
  • Demonstrated experience in continuous improvement and quality assurance/control theories, techniques and application
  • Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
  • Team player with the ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to analyze situations, identify existing or potential problems, and recommend solutions
  • Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information
  • Ability to work with all levels of internal employees, as well as outside clients and vendors
  • Superior interpersonal skills including courtesy, professionalism, and a cooperative attitude
  • Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)
  • Ability to be flexible to handle multiple priorities


Bot and Third-Party Applications

Please note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration. Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration. Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact [redacted] for assistance.

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:
$119,323.00 - $202,850.00

Illinois Remote Office (IL99)

About ICF Next

ICF Next is a global marketing and communications agency that provides a wide range of services to clients in various industries, including healthcare, energy, and transportation. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia. ICF Next offers a comprehensive suite of services, including branding, digital marketing, public relations, and social media management. The company has a strong reputation for delivering innovative and effective solutions that help its clients achieve their business objectives. ICF Next is committed to sustainability and social responsibility, and it has received numerous awards for its work in these areas.
Learn more about ICF Next
Size
8,000 employees
Market Cap
$1.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$54.9 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+5.6%
Revenue
$1.5 billion
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