Project Manager II - Solar Programs Outreach - (Hybrid - Chicago, IL - US)

About the role

Energy Solutions is a company focused on delivering large-scale energy, carbon, and water-use savings through market-based programs. Since 1995, we have been offering proven, performance-based solutions to utility, government, and institutional customers. We are currently seeking a full-time Project Manager II - Solar Programs Outreach in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design, implementation, and ongoing outreach for a highly complex program.
• Ensure programs are delivered to scope, schedule, and budget while maintaining quality standards.
• Maintain oversight of client relationships to communicate program scope, reach, performance, and impacts.
• Present program results and analysis in a clear and professional manner.
• Assign project work aligned with employee strengths and development goals.
• Mentor junior staff and provide guidance and task direction.
• Maintain oversight of quality assurance processes across programs and ensure compliance with program guidelines.
• Implement process improvements to optimize efficiency, accuracy, and program effectiveness.
• Apply knowledge of utilities, energy technologies, and market competitors to support program execution.
• Utilize data analytics and reporting tools to inform program decisions and improve outcomes.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree.
• A minimum of 3 years of professional work experience in project coordination, project management, consulting, or a related role.
• Willingness to conduct frequent (20-30%) business travel locally in IL.
• Experience coordinating assigned projects or workstreams from initiation through completion within defined scope, schedule, and budget parameters.
• Experience working cross-functionally with internal teams, clients, or external partners to gather inputs, track progress, and resolve issues.
• Strong professional communication skills, including the ability to interact with clients and internal partners and present project updates clearly and confidently.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare project documentation, summaries, and stakeholder-facing materials.
• Working familiarity with solar incentive programs or the ability to learn technical concepts quickly.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, including planning, task tracking, dependency management, and follow through.
• Ability to coordinate and delegate tasks across larger project teams under guidance, ensuring responsibilities and timelines are clearly communicated.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office, Salesforce, SharePoint to develop schedules, trackers, reports, and presentations.
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision, exercising sound judgment to prioritize tasks and manage complex project requirements.
• Strong quality control practices, including reviewing deliverables for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional work experience in project coordination, project management, consulting, or a related role.
• Willingness to conduct frequent (20-30%) business travel locally in IL.
• Experience coordinating assigned projects or workstreams from initiation through completion within defined scope, schedule, and budget parameters.
• Experience working cross-functionally with internal teams, clients, or external partners to gather inputs, track progress, and resolve issues.
• Strong professional communication skills, including the ability to interact with clients and internal partners and present project updates clearly and confidently.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare project documentation, summaries, and stakeholder-facing materials.
• Working familiarity with solar incentive programs or the ability to learn technical concepts quickly.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, including planning, task tracking, dependency management, and follow through.
• Ability to coordinate and delegate tasks across larger project teams under guidance, ensuring responsibilities and timelines are clearly communicated.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office, Salesforce, SharePoint to develop schedules, trackers, reports, and presentations.
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision, exercising sound judgment to prioritize tasks and manage complex project requirements.
• Strong quality control practices, including reviewing deliverables for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with requirements.

Skills

• Project Management
• Client Relationship Management
• Technical Writing
• Financial Management
• Data Analytics
• Communication Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Solar Incentive Programs Knowledge

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pre-Tax Contribution Plans
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Pay

The salary range for this role is $79,000–$92,000/annually with a target compensation of $79,000 - $87,400/annually based on experience and qualifications. Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous retirement package.

Schedule

The person filling this role will be required to work in a hybrid work environment from our Chicago, IL office and expected to be in the office a minimum of once a week.