Energy and Sustainability - Portfolio Manager

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Job Posting

** Please note that this job posting is for a proposal of a potential client and is not reflective of an awarded job yet. In addition, we are only collecting resumes and interviewing based off the skillset and qualifications listed.  ***

What You Will Do:

Guidehouse is seeking a Portfolio Manager to manage a portfolio of our Energy Efficiency/Electrification programs (multiple locations available). This position requires experience with developing and delivering Energy Efficiency (EE), electrification and/or decarbonization solutions as well as team and partner management of various functional groups (internal and external), client, and stakeholders. The Portfolio Manager will build and maintain relationships for our state and local government clients. This individual will also lead the planning and implementation of energy efficiency rebate programs.  

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Lead coordination with Guidehouse market teams and the national team to support the development of EE, electrification and/or decarbonization solutions that can be scaled across our the Guidehouse client base.

• Support the development and shaping of opportunities in collaboration with the market teams to meet bookings goals

•  Lead development and pricing for solution (i.e., pre-sales calls, project scope definition, RFP responses, client presentations, statement of work development, resource planning, budget estimating (top-down and bottom-up)

• Participate in the negotiation of contract and provide input to the market teams during SOW development and potential changes/enhancements to scope.

• Direct and coordinate cross-functional teams (delivery, solutions, engineering, marketing, analytics, managed services, financial services, software development, partners) typically consisting of 20+ people as part of program execution.

• Build, manage and maintain client relationship and expectations, work to resolve project issues, proactively identify project risks and make recommendations for resolution to ensure project success throughout the project lifecycle.

• Develop relationships and/or manages sub-contractors or vendors including deliverables, resources and budgets.

• Coordinate and lead internal and external meetings with internal teams, clients, partners and diverse stakeholders (all levels including leadership)

• Ensure solution aligns with client program goals, and client needs/overall business objectives.

• Provide leadership and mentoring to team members on project development and client management skills.

• Provide ongoing feedback and input into future solution needs and enhancements.

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of program design and delivery best practices both for efficient execution and proper budget management.

• Forecast and track portfolio-level budgets while maintain a resource plan aligned with the budget to ensure goals are met.

• Train teams on planning and implementation best practices for specific solutions

What You Will Need:

• Due to nature of client engagements, must either be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

• Director level hires will require 10+ years of total professional experience working in the energy industry and or state and local energy programs.

• Total work experience should include program management and solution development experience for complex solutions such as EE, electrification, decarbonization and experience leading large complex project and multi-disciplinary teams.

• Associate Director level hires will require 7+ years of total professional experience working in the energy industry and or state and local energy programs.

• Solid understanding of energy efficiency measures for residential homes and multi-family housing.

• Solid understanding of federal, state, or local rebate/grant programs for residential and/or multi-family end users.

• Knowledge of low-to-moderate income energy or state/federal programs.

• Knowledge of economic analysis in developing business cases for businesses to implement energy efficiency measures.

• Demonstrated history of meeting and exceeding multi-million-dollar business development and managed revenue targets.

• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing teams, providing feedback, mentoring, and coaching team members.

• Knowledge and experience with project management practices and techniques.

• Startup mentality, resourceful and self-motivated.

• Ability to coordinate diverse program stakeholders both internal and external.

• Proven ability to build, manage and foster a team-oriented environment across multiple business units and stakeholders (all levels).

• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, written communication, and presentation skills.

• Strong analytical, creative problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

• Excellent leadership and management skills.

• Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Must have a passion for customer satisfaction and have the ability to deliver on customer’s needs and expectations while meeting Guidehouse objectives.

• Ability to travel including overnight travel, depending on client or project needs.

• Currently reside in the USA within Eastern or Central Time Zones.

• Ability to work onsite at a Guidehouse Office or Client Office location.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Preference will be given to candidates residing or ability to reside within 60 miles of a Guidehouse office in FL, VA or TX.

• Current Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

• Management consulting experience in energy industry and or state and local with engagements related to energy programs.

• Successful business development experience in the Energy industry (excluding Oil & Gas) and or State & Local Government (SLG) energy programs

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [email protected]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

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Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.