Energy Project Developer

UMC is proud to be built on a foundation of 100+ years of consistent business growth. We offer an environment of constant learning and developing through training, technology, creativity, and collaboration. Our teams are driven, informed, and empowered to act. We strive to treat people fairly and do the right thing both in our business and in our community.

UMC understands the importance of our hard-working people and is committed to building and sustaining a culture that supports diversity, equality, and inclusion. We hire the best and the brightest from across the region to construct teams of experts in design, engineering, project management, and business services. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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Application Process:

UMC uses an electronic application process for open positions. Document verification and work eligibility requests may include resume, cover letters, references, and work authorization confirmation.

Online assessment requests may be used as part of the candidate evaluation process.

Benefits Summary:

UMC offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package that includes health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k) plan with match, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life & Disability Insurance, Company Paid STD/LTD, Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program, Professional Development Assistance, Referral Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Wellness Program, and employee events.

Paid Time Off:

Eligible employees begin accruing PTO as of their date of hire and accrual rates are based on years of service. Base annual accrual starts at 120 hours/15 days for full time status. PTO is a combination of sick and vacation accruals. UMC follows the required WA State Sick Leave guidelines and employees are provided (1) for every 40 hours worked as part of the PTO package. UMC also offers (7) paid holidays, plus (1) Floating Holiday to be used within the calendar year.

Starting Salary Range: $104,000 - $117,000; depending on experience

Location: Lynnwood, WA

Classification: Exempt

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. - Sponsorship not available

Position Overview:

The Project Developer takes the lead role in the technical and financial development of ESG projects including the coordination and execution of the Investment Grade Audit. This requires the PD to lead a development team consisting of Energy Engineers & Project Managers as well as be the primary customer contact during the process. The PD also takes on the role of sales development and sales support to create new clients and business for the group.

The BDR is responsible for selling and supporting the firm's complete BPS and Service offerings to owner direct clients in Western Washington.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for leading the development and delivery of energy projects.
2. Manages cross-functional team during development process, including energy engineering, design, constructability & financial models.
3. Works with customers to identify and document short & long-term goals related to energy & infrastructure upgrades.
4. Analyzes and develops beneficial facility conservation measures and infrastructure improvement projects.
5. Performs and supervises preliminary and detailed facility audits to identify energy conservation measures and/or opportunities.
6. Coordinates and leads facility site visits and communicates with outside vendors as it pertains to RCMs.
7. Assists sales effort in identification and qualification of potential projects.
8. Leads the development of preliminary and final proposals.
9. Analyzes blueprints and performs site surveys to identify mechanical, electrical, and control systems and determine facility operational characteristics.
10. Applies building energy simulation programs to develop energy, cooling, and heating load-building models using modeling software.
11. Develops documentation for RCMs; including accurate descriptions, project scope, savings potential, cost estimates, incentives/grants and M&V procedures.
12. Prepares financial models related to ROI, life cycle costing and internal rate of return.
13. Participates in client meetings and presentations.
14. Understands and evaluates energy demand & supply side saving opportunities.
15. Keep abreast of energy marketplace and help develop new product offerings to meet customer needs.
16. Lead proposal development bid process and the procurement of new work.

Secondary Responsibilities:

1. Analyze existing facilities systems and operating efficiency; including mechanical, HVAC, electrical, lighting, water and building envelop.
2. Develops building baseline operating costs.
3. Work with Energy Services team in the development and growth of existing customer base and expansion to new clients.
4. Identifies potential clients, makes initial contact, and fosters new relationships in a consultative manner.
5. Manage and grow customer base while working to meet annual revenue.
6. Work proactively with technical team to drive new offerings.
7. Work with management team to set annual goals and customer focus.
8. Creates performance assurance plans and assists with performance contracts.
9. Oversees the monitoring of project performance particularly those that include guarantee savings.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work directly with mid & high- level individuals within large organizations.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Formal presentation skills.
• Knowledge of energy products, services, technical systems, and financial solutions.
• Ability to lead and foster a positive working environment.
• Ability to understand and communicate energy conservation concepts.
• Advanced organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail - errors & mistakes can result in significant financial losses.
• Training in formal/informal consultative sales skills.
• Strong work ethic - results driven.
• Ability to multi-task job responsibilities.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or another related field.
• 5 years' experience in engineering.
• 5-10 years' experience in energy.
• Professional Engineer License preferred.
• Energy-specific, strategic selling, and negotiation training preferred.
• CEM preferred.

Required Licensing and Other Certifications:

• Maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

Affirmative Action:

UMC is committed to a culture of inclusion and connectedness. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents who we are as a company and what we believe in. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

EEO Policy:

UMC's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, religion, presence of physical, sensory or mental disability, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy is not tolerated. UMC is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. Affirmative action plans are developed annually to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company's obligations as a contractor to the United States government.