Building Science, Project Manager

The Technical Project Manager, Washington leads the implementation of projects and small programs related to affordable housing and sustainable communities with an emphasis on energy and water efficiency and renewable energy. The Technical Project Manager is responsible for maintaining client relationships, conducting site assessments and assisting with program development for specific initiatives. Many projects focus on utility affordability, building decarbonization, renewable energy access, climate planning, and/or community resilience. This position requires a technical background in building science, construction management, energy auditing, or energy engineering. The Technical Project Manager, Washington collaborates with others in the Washington team and with core service departments of Elevate, as well as key partner organizations in Washington. The Technical Project Manager reports directly to the Senior Program Manager, Washington. The position is located in the Puget Sound region to support project and program implementation throughout the region, particularly King, Pierce, Kitsap and Snohomish Counties, but will also support programs Responsibilities Lead residential retrofit 5projectsand support programs in the Washington market, specificallyin the Puget Sound region. Conduct on-site energy efficiency and decarbonization building assessments and provideanalysis and reporting to building owners, tenants and clients with support of Elevatesengineering team. Oversee project teams that include staff from across Elevate. Communicate regular project/program updates and results to internal staff and externalstakeholders. Support client engagement across Washington, including conducting customer outreach,preparing for and participating in client meetings, developing proposals, and coordinating withpartnership managers across teams. Coordinate across teams and with partner organizations on projects and support client deliveryof programs. Represent Elevate with local, state, and national energy efficiency stakeholders at meetings,conferences, etc. Stay current on affordable housing policies, energy efficiency and green design trends, andavailable financial and program offerings for building owners, developers, municipalities, andcommunity-based organizations. Center the lives and voices of economically disadvantaged and Black, Brown, and Indigenouspeople and communities. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Skills Bachelors degree required or relevant lived experience At least five (5+) years demonstrated experience with energy auditing, building science,construction management, or energy engineering Adaptability and flexibility Ability to understand technical requirements and convey technical information Skill in listening and amplifying the voices and vision of the community Experience developing and coordinating values-driven, community-rooted programming Ability to foster meaningful and authentic relationships that are supportive and inclusive acrossinternal team, external partners, and municipal clients Ability to work independently and as part of a team, as well as facilitate collaboration andaccountability Comfortable navigating change and uncertainty Capacity to manage a high volume of work and complex situations Strong ability to build relationships and work with both internal and external stakeholders Excellent written and verbal communication skills Self-starter with exceptional organizational, time management, and project coordination skills Demonstrated attention to detail Valid U.S. driver's license Passion for Elevates mission of equitable climate action #J-18808-Ljbffr