Energy Management Jobs

Business Planner, Associate
CA-San Francisco

Department Overview
PG&E's dynamic Business Finance team provides financial planning and reporting services to PG&E. This involves Budgeting, Planning and Forecasting, Monitoring, Controlling and Accounting, Operational Performance Reporting and Analysis, Strategic Planning and Analysis, and financial decision support to the operations organizations. All of these services are critical to a company with over $34 billion in assets and revenues of over $14 billion and serves over 5 million electricity distribution customers and over 4 million natural gas distribution customers.
This very high profile department provides a great place for energized and talented employees to start and ignite their career, make a contribution, and be recognized. The work of Business Finance Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Group is key to the company's success and provides challenge and variety, including direct involvement in developing, communicating, and implementing processes and tools related to budget, financial, and productivity forecasts, analyzing / streamlining reports as well as new metrics that are value added to the field, while advising partners on business / operating impacts.
Position Summary
The Analyst of the Business Finance T&D team will serve as part of the analytical engine to senior management for finance and operational development of tactical tools to strategic ideas. The main goal is to support design and implementation of performance, budget, and forecasting mechanisms to help the Transmission and Distribution organization (T&D) improve the management of its businesses. The individual will work closely with all other areas of Business Finance T&D (Energy Delivery and Engineering & Operations), as well as T&D Program Managers to achieve these objectives.
The successful candidate will help PG&E attain its goals by leveraging one's exceptional technical, analytical, and statistic skills, while applying one's highest work ethic and commitment to developing her / himself.
Responsibilities
Leadership
* Helps develop and lead rigorous analytical and performance improvement tools to strengthen the management of T&D for its leadership
* Leads through demonstrating a passion for operating excellence, data-driven results, and accuracy
* Demonstrates leadership skills to attract, motivate, and help to retain creative, highly trained peers
* Provides support / advice to Governance & Analytics Supervisor / Manager as needed
Business/Operational Strategy Development
* Partners with other Business Finance T&D members to gather, analyze, validate, and summarize business information to prepare recommendations on program plans, trended future funding requirements, operating forecasts, process and report improvements, as well as apply Earned Value Management. Works closely with peers, other departments outside Business Finance on the analysis and validation of the 3- and 5-year planning results
* Support in designing and developing model financial performance under various regulatory scenarios, competitive scenarios, and resource constraints. Supports the following major financial endeavors as needed: Three- year and Five-year Capital Plan, Quarterly Business Review Support, Program Forecasts and Trends
* Maintains open and transparent communication with Business Finance T&D Leadership team, peers, and other departments outside Business Finance
* Lives, performs, and executes the position with the clear understanding that s/he is a representative and professional of the Finance Organization all the way up to our Chief Financial Officer, acting in complete accordance with all our PG&E Values
* Empowers the functional areas supported with fact-based insights into every facet of the business decision making
* Is responsible and accountable for developing appropriate forecasting models for the programs supported
* Stays abreast of cutting edge analytics
Program Financial Management
* Ensures that business transactions are captured to yield actionable business results. Consults with peers, supervisor, and manager to ensure program plans are focused to the desired end result. Supports: (1) Analysis of Monthly Program Financial Results, (2) Monthly Expense & Capital Spending (ECS) Program Variance Explanations and Program forecasts, (3) Ad-hoc analyses, as required, (4) PCC Cost Management and Headcount Reporting
* Works with Business Finance to partner with Program Managers to ensure program priorities are aligned at the functional area as well as at the utility
* Strives to understand Utility Accounting fundamentals and the PG&E cost model to consult on program issues
Performance Management and Measurement
* Works with Business Finance management to design and develop operational performance tools and measurement. Works closely with peers, supervisors, and managers on the assessment of value-creating improvements, including the identification of cost drivers and the determination of yield on process improvements (measurement methods) including: Internal and external benchmarking, Process improvements, Unit Costing, Key Program Performance Indicators, T&D Scorecards
* Interprets financial and operating results through the use of statistical, regression, and financial modeling
* Partners with Business Finance management to develop and monitor corrective action plans, as needed
* Develops and implements analytical techniques to gain insights on operational results
Qualifications
Required
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or Business with overall 3.4 or above grade point average (GPA)
* 2+ years of analytical experience (business, mathematics, statistics, engineering - based)
* Good strategic thinking, communication, and presentation skills
* Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
* Experience with analytical software as Minitab, At-Risk, Crystal Ball
* Experience in analytic fundamentals in business, statistics, mathematics, or regression modeling
* Passion for wanting to grow technical and leadership abilities towards understanding the energy business
* Experience in working collaboratively with teams
* Comfort interfacing with higher levels of Business Finance when communicating results
* Ability to execute and follow directions on given tasks
Desired
* Program management, project management, engineering experience
Equal Employment Opportunity, M/F/D/V
Job Category
: Accounting & Financial Management
Primary Location
: USA-CA-San Francisco
Job Level
: Individual Contributor
Schedule
: Full-time
Travel
: No

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Energy Program Director
Denver, Colorado

Organizes, plans, manages, and coordinates work of staff across multiple projects, activities and functions within the program; establishes program plans and priorities, develops program budget, allocates resources and coordinates staff to carry out program activities; organizes, allocates, and manages financial resources of the program and recommends and oversees consultant subcontracts, major capital purchases, or other external commitments of the organization's resources; establishes and defines standards of quality in program activities and products. Independently anticipates emerging issues and interprets unusual policy developments, assesses their importance to the states and legislatures, and initiates research, technical assistance or other appropriate program efforts in response; reviews, edits and critiques the substance and quality of research and writing assignments of subordinate staff; manages, delegates or personally handles a wide range of research and writing tasks often involving sophisticated analysis, in-depth evaluation, and interpretation of political nuances. Manages, delegates or personally handles the most complex meetings and seminars and coordinates the work of subordinate professional staff; plans, assigns, reviews, and coordinates complex, large-scale, multistate technical assistance efforts, sometimes requiring astute political judgments, a high degree of responsiveness to constituents, and a mature sense of organization priorities and concerns. Maintains an extensive network of federal agency, foundation, private sector, and interest group relationships with personal contacts at the highest level; coordinates with other program units and other organizations to develop proposals and demonstration projects to carry out activities that cut across program lines; maintains, directs, supports and oversees the fundraising efforts of program staff and personally handles most sensitive negotiations and high-level contacts with potential funding agencies. Bachelor's degree plus 10 years of relevant and progressive work experience. The following work experience or some equivalent combination is preferred: at least four years of state policy or legislative experience, two years of professional polcy experience in the assigned subject area, two years of project or research supervisory experience, and one year of management experience directing and allocating personnel and budgets in multiple projects or activities. Post-baccalaureate education is preferred, and up to three years of graduate education (masters, professional or doctoral degree) maybe substituted for the required work experience; demonstrated success in fundraising and maintaining and expanding collaborative relationships with other organizations; understanding of the energy industry as it relates to most forms of electricity generation, (including fossil fuel, nuclear and renewable) and transmission; substantial knowledge and technical expertise in most areas of a program and mastery of major policy fields within the program or substantial knowledge of state legislatures and intergovernmental policy process; excellence in working effectively with legislators and legislative staff and dealing with politically sensitive constituencies.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, and writing sample to NCSL, Personnel/EET, 7700 E. 1st Place, Denver, CO 80230 or email to hr@ncsl.org no later than June 30, 2009.

Senior Analyst
CA-San Francisco

Sr. Analyst
Department Overview
This is your opportunity to join a dynamic team of energy professionals; focused on delivering successful and exciting energy efficiency programs and services to our customers.
PG&E's Customer Energy Efficiency (CEE) department is a national and international leader in helping our customers save energy and money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. From 2006-2008, CEE's $1 billion budget represents the largest energy efficiency effort ever by a U.S. utility. Our diverse portfolio of 85 programs includes rebates and incentives, energy audits and analysis, training and education, emerging technologies projects, marketing and outreach, government partnerships, and specialized third-party programs. We anticipate a 2009-11 portfolio of nearly $1.8 billion, and further expansion of program and service offerings. We are looking for motivated, self-driven individuals who enjoy a hands-on work experience, have excellent communication skills, leadership, and team-oriented qualities.
Position Summary:
This position will be responsible for helping develop and drive PG&E's energy efficiency strategy around the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act ("stimulus package"). This strategy will include maximizing the value of stimulus funds to PG&E and its customers, establishing engagement models that ensure that stimulus funds are deployed through customer channels that will best leverage PG&E's current portfolio of energy efficiency programs, and building long-term capabilities that sustain value after stimulus funds are deployed and expended. In addition, this candidate will play a key role in helping PG&E establish its role with interacting with and coordinating with other state entities.
Responsibilities:
Resourcing Support
Candidate will work with internal teams to obtain data necessary to analyze resourcing needs around Federal Stimulus activities. Analysis will require estimating existing and incremental resourcing needs. Specific duties might include: Meeting with Directors and Managers from Sales and Service, CEE Implementation, Local Government Partnerships, Government Relations and Technical Analysis Services to assess staff responsibilities and priorities, developing a detailed workplan for each department, establishing a methodology for prioritizing responsibilities, and developing presentations for senior management on workplans and resourcing needs.
Engagement Support
Candidate will develop detailed workplans that will establish the guidelines and protocols for how PG&E staff should engage with communities (local governments and other entities) who have or who will receive federal stimulus dollars. These workplans will include the internal process flows for who should be involved, how information should flow across several departments, how approval processes should work, and timelines for incoming and outgoing communications. In addition, the candidate will meet with internal stakeholders and lead a collaborative process for establishing the workplans, process flows, and approval processes. Candidate will also be responsible for preparing presentations and training tools to help communicate the workplans to field employees.
As part of this process, candidate will be responsible for tracking all aspects of the federal stimulus package. This will involve managing a timeline of funds and funding sources, being the main point of contact for internal teams around funding, and proactively engaging with internal parties to develop engagement models and strategies for each funding bucket.
Marketing Support
Candidate will be responsible for working with PG&E's Marketing and Communications team to draft marketing material content for materials that will be used by field employees for the community engagement process. These materials will provide talking points for field employees, fact sheets and brochures on PG&E programs that can be leveraged using federal stimulus funds, materials on new program offerings, and materials on federal stimulus funding guidelines. Candidate will be responsible for helping the Marketing team develop the strategy the marketing strategy, as well as driving the strategy through internal processes such as Claims Review and technical review.
Internal Communications
Candidate will be responsible for developing content and creating presentations for a wide range of meetings. The purpose of these presentations will involve communicating with senior level managers, PG&E executives, field employees, implementation staff, etc. Candidate will be responsible for generating the content and managing the review and approval process for the final presentation. In some cases, candidate will also be responsible for presenting material to internal parties.
Implementation Support
Candidate will provide as-needed support to Sr. Manager and other Managers and Directors to manage all aspects of the Federal Stimulus package. This will include attending and presenting at internal and external meetings, managing the coordination between Gov Rel, S&S, and CEE, drafting memos and other materials for officers and executives, attending external workshops, and representing the Sr. Manager at meetings.
Required:
o Bachelor's Degree or higher
o 2 - 3 years business experience in energy efficiency or related field
o Self-starters who can work independently
o Creative, innovative, strategic and will develop ideas on how to improve processes, systems, procedures, etc.
o Excellent organization skills and attention to details
o Proficient with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
o Superb communication and presentation skills and have some experience coaching or training others
o Ability to manage timelines and tasks for multiple projects
o Demonstrated experience implementing large projects across several departments
o Some experience in energy efficiency and some knowledge of California regulatory environment
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
Job Category
: Administrative
Primary Location
: USA-CA-San Francisco
Job Level
: Individual Contributor / Associate
Schedule
: Full-time
Travel
: Yes, 10% of the time

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Senior Analyst

Senior Business Planner
CA-San Francisco

Department Overview
PG&E's dynamic Business Planning team provides financial planning and reporting services to PG&E. This involves Budgeting, Planning and Forecasting, Monitoring, Controlling and Accounting, Operational Performance Reporting and Analysis, Strategic Planning and Analysis, and financial decision support to the operations organizations. All of these services are critical to a company with over $34 billion in assets and revenues of over $12 billion and serves over 5 million electricity distribution customers and over 4 million natural gas distribution customers.
Finance is looking for talented people to join the Business Planning department. Our team plays a crucial role in supporting officers, directors, and managers of the Customer Care, Shared Services and all Corporate Services and Holding Company organizations by providing key financial consulting and operational performance information that drive strategic decisions for the organizations. These positions offer considerable exposure to PG&E's business operations and an opportunity for stimulating professional growth.
Position Summary
The ideal candidate will have excellent consulting, verbal and written communication skills, strong analytical and quantitative skills, a background in finance, poise in working with many levels of staff, strong organizational and planning skills, initiative and enthusiasm, and strong interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
* Budget Planning and Forecasting: Facilitate partner preparations for Quarterly Business Reviews by defining preparation schedules and preparing required documents (such as quarterly business review profiles, annual budget requests, and budget prioritizations). Coordinate 3-year operating plan for partners (including 5-year capital outlook). Help coordinate monthly forecast process. Ensure alignment with regulatory filings.
* Operational Performance Analyses: Analyze partner costs on a monthly basis; provide explanations of significant monthly variances. Prepare monthly financial reports with analyses of key drivers causing significant variances. Prepare monthly Earnings-Per-Share and general variance explanations; determine root causes of significant variances and identify appropriate corrective actions. Meet with partners (directors and managers) to review costs, discuss variances, confirm external charges to partner orders or PCCs, and review significant standard cost variances. Track unit cost performance and work with partners on performance improvement plans.
* Strategic Planning and Analysis: Fulfill ad-hoc requests for cost-related data and analyses. Perform research to support partner regulatory filings and benchmarking efforts. Actively participate in partner leadership team meetings and provide financial advice. Proactively focus partner attention on areas requiring improvements. Liaison with Business Planning colleagues to ensure that partner information is gathered on time and presented appropriately for various UO meetings.
* Monitoring, Controlling, and Accounting: Proactively monitor costs and coordinate the corrections of cost accounting errors. Manage Orders and PCC/RCC hierarchy for partners to ensure reporting is systematically supported. Provide any ad-hoc SAP assistance to partners. Review partner cost monitoring systems to ensure that adequate controls are in place to uncover and correct erroneous charges.
* Support Key Business Issues: Actively participate in special initiatives related to Business Planning or business partner organizations and complete assigned tasks related to the initiatives.
Qualifications
Required
* Bachelor of Arts / Science in accounting, business, finance OR equivalent work experience
* 5-10 years experience with budgets and forecasts
* Strong oral and written communication skills
* Strong project management skills
* Strong analytical skills, detail oriented and self directed
* Knowledge of SAP R3, Excel, and Word
Desired
* Knowledge of SAP Business Warehouse
* Experience with PG&E budgeting process
* Successful interactions at various organizational levels (from line employees to managers to directors to officers)
Job Category
: Accounting & Financial Management
Primary Location
: USA-CA-San Francisco
Job Level
: Individual Contributor
Schedule
: Full-time
Travel
: No

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Senior Business Planner

Production Manager
CHARLES CITY, IA US

Responsible for the operation of the plant to ensure maximum
production quantity and quality, by directly supervising process
operators who work on a 24-hour rotating shift schedule. Communicate
regularly with all process operators, both individually and as a
group, to ensure consistent operation among the shifts. Responsible
for assisting with the hiring of plant personnel and conducting
employee performance reviews. Monitor and control plant operations by
reviewing the operation of the plant to monitor production and
quality, to anticipate solve problems in a timely manner, and to
identify opportunities for improvement. Works with the HS&E Manager
to direct, maintain, and enforce the safety program for all process
operations; review safety records to uphold standards of maximum
safety for all process operators.
Requirements
High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in Chemical
Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred. Minimum of ten years
experience in the operation of a process manufacturing plant. Experience in an ethanol plant preferred. Experience in a supervisory role required. In-depth knowledge of the ethanol production process and technology. Expertise and proficiency with basic office computer software, e.g., word processing, email, and spreadsheets. Works effectively with plant Distributed Control System
(DCS) and instructs others on its operation.

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Manager - Residential Energy Efficiency Program
Herndon, VA

Due to the growth of our Energy Conservation Department, WGES is hiring a Manager - Residential Energy Efficiency Program. In business for over 13 years, WGES is the leading competitive retail energy marketer in the mid-Atlantic region and focuses on selling natural gas, electricity and wind power to both commercial and residential customers. We are a medium sized organization with over a billion dollars in revenue. WGES is a subsidiary of WGL Holdings and an affiliate of Washington Gas, which has been in business for over 160 years. What Sets WGES Apart from the Rest? The employee experience at Washington Gas Energy Services, Inc. (WGES) is very distinct from other companies. In addition to our great compensation package and bonus program, employees enjoy the ability to see how their contribution impacts the bottom line. Senior management is available, approachable and they help provide the right tools for success. Employees are encouraged to attend training seminars, continue their education, pursue professional certifications, be creative when improving processes and overall are given the tools to help them succeed. There is an active internal posting policy that allows branching out into other areas of the company. We host employee appreciation events every month, believe in a work/life balance, recognize and reward hard working employees; offer a casual yet professional environment, and proactively seek feedback on what is right and what can be improved. We strive to make the employee experience extraordinary. WGES has long been recognized for its efforts to promote the development of renewable energy in the Mid-Atlantic region. Clean Air Partners, a Baltimore/Washington regional organization, honored WGES with its 2003 Clean Air Trendsetter Award for its innovative efforts in promoting wind power. In 2007, the County Executive of Montgomery County Maryland recognized WGES for its support of the County's Clean Energy Rewards program. All residential electricity supplies provided by WGES include 5% regional wind power as part of the supply portfolio, above the levels required by state legislation. Furthermore, WGES is a leading supplier of wind power to municipalities, governments as well as to private companies. Recently, WGES partnered with a local solar energy company and electrical construction firm to build one of the largest solar power system in Maryland. WGES is constantly working to reduce the impact of its office operations on the environment, including using recycled content copy paper, reducing lighting energy use, and using environmentally friendly cleaning products and other office supplies. We also help our employees share their ideas on saving energy and learn about new energy saving opportunities though our internal on-line forum, our "green wall" and distributing sample green products at company events. Position Summary: As the Manager - Residential Energy Efficient Program you will supervise and manage the company activities related to the operations and sales activities of energy efficiency services and products with the objective of supporting the growth of the CleanSteps Conserve family of services and products to residential customers. You will work in collaboration with the WGES’ customer service, marketing and sales departments as well as the home energy review contractors and energy efficiency home improvement contractors network. In this integral role you will: o Support the continued growth and development of a newly introduced product for residential customers, “CleanStepsSM Conserve”. The product/ service life cycle of CleanStepsSM Conserve includes a Home Energy Review, a report to customers, referrals to a network of energy efficiency home improvement contractors and the sales of energy conservation products. o Coordinate the operations related to CleanStepsSM Conserve. Manage product/service sourcing and delivery capabilities, either in-house or contracted. This involves activities from Home Energy Review (H.E.R.) to delivery of the (H.E.R.) report, to the operational management & coordination of the Home Energy Review Contractor Referral network, to the sale of energy efficiency / conservation products. It does involve field coordination management. Assure optimal quality including evaluation, certification and quality assurance of contractors. o Support activities to deliver optimal pricing and quality of CleanSteps Conserve services and products, including vendor management and related contracts. o Coordinate and support activities related to improvement of data acquisition and analytics software of the H.E.R. o Support the Renewable Energy and Conservation Programs Manager in the identification of strategies for maximizing customer and product growth and retention, sales volume growth, and profitability for the family of product/ services linked to CleanStepsSM Conserve. o Provide input in the development and production of communications to customers including the content of written materials. Coordinate with Customer Care functions to support customer scripting and questions on the product. Assure the accuracy of communications pertaining to energy efficiency and conservation, and maintain documentation in support of claims. o Provide input for CleanSteps Conserve SM to Renewable Energy and Conservation Program business and budget planning & budget tracking, and any other internal / external reporting. o Support, as needed, the Head of Renewable Energy and Conservation Program on the policy / legislative issues related to Energy Efficiency and Conservation. To be successful in this position you will need to have: o BA/BS degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Energy Management, or other technical/scientific college degree. o A minimum of 10 years relevant work experience with at least 5 years directly supporting energy efficiency or conservation programs and/or products. Masters Degree will be accepted in lieu of 2 years experience o Experience to include a minimum of 3 years working with or supervising contractors preferably for residential improvement projects. Knowledge and/or experience in insulation duct or air sealing contracting business is a plus. o Demonstrated capability in building and maintaining relationships with key market players in the residential home energy improvement market sector, o Knowledge and/or experience in whole house energy improvements preferred. o Demonstrated expertise and certification in Field Energy Audits (e.g. BPI) and/or energy software packages. o The ability to travel within the WGES geographical footprint (VA, DC, MD, and DE). o Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills o Excellent quantitative, analytical and technical skills. o Demonstrated ability to work as a team member, as well as independently. o Ability to be creative while performing in a fast paced work environment. High-energy and attention to detail. o Advanced proficiency in Excel and firm knowledge of MS Software applications. Knowledge of web base tools (mass email creation, blog, web page support) is a plus. o Proficiency in emerging Energy conservation and management technologies and products is a plus. o Understanding of the “small business” and/or “commercial energy conservation” sector is a plus. o Experience working in a sales and marketing environment is a plus. o Knowledge of renewable energy and carbon offset sectors is an asset. WGES Benefits: We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including: • Excellent salary and bonus program • Health and dental coverage • Employer paid Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability/Life Insurance coverage • 401(k) plan with employer match and immediate vesting • 4 weeks paid vacation • Up to 2 weeks of sick leave • Paid volunteer leave • Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • Flexible spending accounts • Generous tuition reimbursement program • Service Anniversary Award program • Relocation assistance will be considered Our Location and Facilities: • WGES is located in Herndon, Virginia • We have a spacious modern office suite stocked with all the comforts of home. • The office building has a free workout room with shower facilities, tennis court, basketball court, picnic tables, and covered parking; all provided free to employees.

If you are the right person for this job, send a letter matching your qualifications to those listed above with your resume to WGESJOBS@WGES.COM, or fax to 703-793-7590. If selected for an interview, please bring 2 writing samples with you. To be considered for this position, include your salary history and specify Job Code “MREEP PEJ”. WGES is an equal opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to our workplace. EOE M/F/D/V

Solar and Self Generation Project Manager Supervisor
CA-San Francisco

Solar and Self Generation Supervisor - San Francisco, CA
Department Overview
PG&E's Solar and Customer Generation Team provides incentives for customer owned distributed generation technologies. We administer the California Solar Initiative, New Solar Home Partnership Program, and the Self Generation Incentive Program. As the leading Utility in solar interconnections, this is an opportunity to work in a growing field of clean energy technology.
Position Summary
This position is for a Supervisor role, managing a team of individuals and overseeing the Self Generation Incentive Program (www.pge.com/sgip), which currently provides incentives for fuel cell, wind, and advanced energy storage. Responsibilities for this position include some of the following activities: policy and regulatory lead on fuel cell, wind and distributed advance energy storage, development and implementation of the SGIP through policy and marketing and outreach and managing the team focusing on the application of distributed generation technologies for the commercial and industrial sectors. If your interest is only in solar do not apply to this position.
Responsibilities:
• Collaborating with other Program Administrators and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) on the Self Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) to continuously development/improve the program to meet the needs of the program and PG&E customers
• Proactively be involved with legislative or other policy changes that will affect SGIP or other distributed generation programs
• Review and own projects within the SGIP from initial application to incentive payment
• Provide support for Solar and Customer Generation Marketing Team on the development of SGIP collateral
• Drive and be innovative with data to improve customer satisfaction and assist in business decisions for the success of PG&E
• Lead team to establish goals and manage team to meet or exceed goals
Required:
• BS/BA
• Understanding or a capacity to understand fuel cells, large wind, distributed storage, and other distributed generation technologies.
• An understanding of energy policy and regulations.
• Can do attitude.
• Passion for the environment and team player.
• Demonstration of having managed a team greater than one person.
• More than 5 years worth of work experience or equivalent.
Desired:
• Previous experience with distributed generation programs
• MBA or MS in energy, environment, or related fields
• Business Understanding
Equal Employment Opportunity, M/F/D/V.
Job Category
: Engineering & Technical
Primary Location
: USA-CA-San Francisco
Job Level
: Individual Contributor
Schedule
: Full-time
Travel
: Yes, 10% of the time

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Solar and Self Generation Project Manager Supervisor

Business Development Manager
CA-West Sacramento

Business Development Manager
Position Summary:
The primary responsibility of this position is to analyze current operating practices, assess existing financial and utility specific data, develop risk profiles, predictive behavior models and screening schemes. This individual will analyze, score, segment, and screen prospects/customers based on results and recommend cost effective changes to company procedures. The position is also responsible for providing enhanced value analysis, identifying key areas of exposure, researching and responding to questions posed by internal customers that pertain to risk management, as well as preparing and presenting data to management
Responsibilities:
Analyze prospect data and current customer performance utilizing simple summaries and cross tabulations to support the development of predictive scoring models (SAS skills utilized include CART, CHAID, Linear/Logistic Regression, and advanced data manipulation programming).
Assess existing financial and utility specific data sources to develop risk profiles, predictive behavior models, and screening schemes. Develop risk profiles and score/screen/disposition prospect and customer databases
Set strategies for the use of models that will be implemented cross-functionally with Credit Policy, Marketing, Operations and Finance. Develop/enhance policies related to use of credit bureau data.
Develop, manage, modify and apply credit, risk, collection, recovery, bankruptcy, and predictive behavior models.
Aggregate and integrate large volumes of data from disparate systems and sources into analytic data sets. Combine extensive statistical expertise with business knowledge to derive meaningful relationships from the data. Organize and present findings in a way that is understandable and useful to end-users at all levels in the company
Analyze prospect data and current customer performance utilizing simple summaries and cross tabulations to support the development of predictive scoring models (SAS skills utilized include CART, CHAID, Linear/Logistic Regression, and advanced data manipulation programming).
Assess existing financial and utility specific data sources to develop risk profiles, predictive behavior models, and screening schemes. Develop risk profiles and score/screen/disposition prospect and customer databases
Set strategies for the use of models that will be implemented cross-functionally with Credit Policy, Marketing, Operations and Finance. Develop/enhance policies related to use of credit bureau data.
Develop, manage, modify and apply credit, risk, collection, recovery, bankruptcy, and predictive behavior models.
Perform analysis to determine areas of opportunity to improve collection/recovery performance, develop predictive models to rank order expected collection/recovery rate, and assist in the development of tests to evaluate new strategy ideas and present findings to collection management.
Required:
Graduate level degree in Statistics, Econometrics or Business with emphasis in Finance or Management and with experience in Financial and/or Credit Analysis, or a similar Bachelor's degree with 5+ years work experience.
Knowledge of statistical packages such as SAS or SPSS would be an asset.
Education should include course work in probability and statistics, quantitative methods and multivariate analysis as well as accounting, money and banking, finance, marketing and economics.
Must be proficient in the use of databases, spreadsheets and related computer programs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the expectation to interpret results and deliver findings from the analyses to other team members as well as to upper level management
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
Job Category
: Customer/Account Services
Primary Location
: USA-CA-West Sacramento
Job Level
: Manager
Schedule
: Full-time
Travel
: Yes, 10% of the time

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Business Development Manager

Manager-Energy Efficiency Measurement and Verification
Allentown, PA

Position Summary Decisions are guided by policies, procedures and business plan. This position receives guidance and oversight from manager. Manages the development, implementation, and plans for on-going measurement, verification, and evaluation of PPL Electric Utilities' energy efficiency and demand reduction programs. Accountable for the performance and results of the measurement, verification, and evaluation of PPL Electric Utilities' energy efficiency and demand reduction programs. Primary Responsibilities 1. Directs, leads, manages, and coordinates staff and contractors to develop and implement Measurement, Verification, and Evaluation Plans for PPL Electric Utilities' energy efficiency and demand reduction programs that meet all state and federally mandated requirements. These include standard and custom energy efficiency measures/programs. MV&E methods may include mathematical modeling to support the implementation of evaluation protocols. 2. Directs, leads, manages, and coordinates staff and contractors to obtain information (baseline and post installation) to determine and verify the energy savings and the cost-effectiveness of PPL Electric Utilities' energy efficiency and demand reduction programs/measures in accordance with established protocols, standards, or by custom calculations in accordance with sound engineering and financial practices. Includes site visits to customer's facility. 3. Directs, leads, manages, and coordinates staff and contractors to prepare MV&E reports for internal management of programs as well as meeting all state and federal compliance reporting requirements. Prepares written and verbal reports for various audiences including PPL senior management, PPL staff, regulatory agencies, public officials, customers and other stakeholders. 4. Follows and participates with industry and legislative/regulatory developments to identify, understand, and influence changes that potentially impact MV&E, Technical Reference Manual (calculation of energy savings), and Total Resource Cost Test (cost-effectiveness of energy efficiency measures) standards, methods, and protocols. Recommends, designs, and implements changes to address regulatory changes, to improve cost-effectiveness, to respond to industry/technology changes, or for other reasons. 5. Develops, manages, and controls the MV&E budget. This budget is expected to be on the order of $3 - $5 million per year. 6. Works with energy efficiency program managers and others to constantly improve data collection, data verification, cost-effectiveness of programs, MV&E systems & processes, etc. 7. Functions as a company spokesperson and provides testimony for the MV&E aspects of PPL's Energy Efficiency & Conservation Plan at hearings; meetings with public officials, consultants and contractors; consumer groups, industry conferences; etc. This includes attestation that PPL's programs achieved Act 129 compliance targets and/or other compliance requirements. 8. Manages, trains, and develops staff and contractors. Candidate Qualifications Candidates must meet the basic qualifications to receive consideration. Basic Qualifications 1. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Math or technical field. 2. More than 5 years experience in energy efficiency programs or measurement, verification and evaluation. 3. 5 years supervisory experience. 4. Licensed Professional Engineer, or Certified M&V professional (CMVP), or Certified Energy Manager (CEM), or equivalent demonstrated experience. Preferred Qualifications 1. More than 5 years experience and solid understanding of utility regulatory compliance requirements. 2. 10 years supervisory experience. 3. 5 years experience with information technology systems and processes for energy program management, MV&E, customer information, budgeting, accounting, and reporting. 4. Proficient in MS Office products. 5. Strong verbal and written communication skills. 6. Ability to work well with individuals on all levels of the organization. PPL is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace - M/F/D/V.

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Solar and Self Generation Project Manager Supervisor
CA-San Francisco

Solar and Self Generation Supervisor - San Francisco, CA
Department Overview
PG&E's Solar and Customer Generation Team provides incentives for customer owned distributed generation technologies. We administer the California Solar Initiative, New Solar Home Partnership Program, and the Self Generation Incentive Program. As the leading Utility in solar interconnections, this is an opportunity to work in a growing field of clean energy technology.
Position Summary
This position is for a Supervisor role, managing a team of individuals and overseeing the Self Generation Incentive Program (www.pge.com/sgip), which currently provides incentives for fuel cell, wind, and advanced energy storage. Responsibilities for this position include some of the following activities: policy and regulatory lead on fuel cell, wind and distributed advance energy storage, development and implementation of the SGIP through policy and marketing and outreach and managing the team focusing on the application of distributed generation technologies for the commercial and industrial sectors. If your interest is only in solar do not apply to this position.
Responsibilities:
• Collaborating with other Program Administrators and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) on the Self Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) to continuously development/improve the program to meet the needs of the program and PG&E customers
• Proactively be involved with legislative or other policy changes that will affect SGIP or other distributed generation programs
• Review and own projects within the SGIP from initial application to incentive payment
• Provide support for Solar and Customer Generation Marketing Team on the development of SGIP collateral
• Drive and be innovative with data to improve customer satisfaction and assist in business decisions for the success of PG&E
• Lead team to establish goals and manage team to meet or exceed goals
Required:
• BS/BA
• Understanding or a capacity to understand fuel cells, large wind, distributed storage, and other distributed generation technologies.
• An understanding of energy policy and regulations.
• Can do attitude.
• Passion for the environment and team player.
• Demonstration of having managed a team greater than one person.
• More than 5 years worth of work experience or equivalent.
Desired:
• Previous experience with distributed generation programs
• MBA or MS in energy, environment, or related fields
• Business Understanding
Equal Employment Opportunity, M/F/D/V.
Job Category
: Engineering & Technical
Primary Location
: USA-CA-San Francisco
Job Level
: Individual Contributor
Schedule
: Full-time
Travel
: Yes, 10% of the time

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FCC Technology Director
San Antonio, TX US

Oversees the development and application of FCC
technology throughout the refinery circuit. Stays abreast of
emerging FCC technology. Evaluates new / emerging technology for
application in the plants. Establishes key processing Best Practices to improve profitability. Accesses Operating conditions, product quality and recovery. Evaluates Feedstock processing. Evaluates Catalyst performance. Provides
hardware change recommendations. Monitors process conditions.
Completes unit performance reporting / comparison (benchmarking).
Provides higher level troubleshooting and de-bottle necking
capability. Responds to refinery requests for assistance. Assists
plants with investigation, implementation of strategic projects.
Supports capital development process with technology selection and
front-end engineering at assigned refineries. Conducts regular site
visits at assigned refineries to assist in evaluation, monitoring,
troubleshooting, process design, performance tests, optimization.
Conducts site visits during turnarounds, outages at assigned
refineries to assist with inspection, evaluation.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
required. Master's degree preferred. Minimum fifteen years experience
in
the refining or petrochemical industry required, economics background
helpful. Supervisory experience in refining operations or engineering
helpful. Knowledge of industry standards and codes (API, ASME, ANSI,
etc.) required. Field experience in the following areas: Process
design and Unit operations preferred. Effective analytical skills and
strong communication required. Ability to work independently and as
part of a dynamic, quick-paced team required. Demonstrated leadership
and project development / design skills. Good organization skills and
the ability to multi-task required. Knowledge of Excel, Word,
PowerPoint required. Knowledge of refinery instrumentation / control
preferred.

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Senior Program Manager
CA-San Francisco

Senior Program Manager
Department Overview
The position is within Customer Energy Efficiency (CEE) department that designs and manages programs and projects resulting in electricity and gas savings at customers' homes and business facilities. These programs provide customers with rebates and incentives based on energy savings delivered by various energy efficiency projects and measures.
Position Summary
This position manages Energy Design Resources, which offers a valuable palette of energy design tools and resources that help make it easier to design and build energy-efficient commercial and industrial buildings in California. The goal of this effort is to educate architects, engineers, lighting designers, and developers about techniques and technologies that contribute to energy efficient nonresidential new construction. The position will require forward thinking on the future of energy efficiency in order to well position EDR in developing markets. Excellent communication capability is also required for the position, where interaction between multiple stakeholders is expected; for instance, inter CA IOU personnel, project managers, market sector leaders, consulting engineering firms' members and others.
This position also helps manage the Savings by Design program. Savings by Design is a program to encourage high-performance nonresidential building design and construction. It offers building owners and their design team a wide range of services, like design assistance, design team incentives and owners incentives. The position will help develop and manage program policy and procedure, participate in statewide activities, be involved in process improvement projects, manage program operations, manage finances, and develop and manage financial and status reports to achieve informational transparency.
Responsibilities:
• Program manages Energy Design Resources and helps manage Savings by Design.
• Engages in the commercial new construction industry to help further the development of both programs for the future.
• Initiates and reviews case studies and technical design briefs for accuracy and applicability for the program.
• Partners with and supports other Customer Energy Efficiency personnel to achieve department goals.
• Monitors performance of work by consultants, identifies risks and develops contingency plans for risk mitigation.
• Markets SBD and EDR through the development of marketing collateral, attendances at conferences and visits to design firms and building owners.
Required:
• Strong and clear understanding of energy efficiency in non residential new construction projects and understanding of the electric and gas utility business.
• Problem solving, customer service and communication skills.
• At the minimum BA/BS in mechanical, electrical, industrial, energy, architectural or environmental engineering.
• Proven ability to drive business results with a customer focus in a large, regulated Company through matrixed teams
• Skilled in project management, budgeting, forecasting and reporting
Desired:
• Advanced degree MBA, MS
• Experience in managing energy efficiency projects or programs.
• Familiarity with new energy efficiency technologies and Title 24.
• Experience in contract management and market research.
Equal Employment Opportunity, M/F/D/V.
Job Category
: Support Services
Primary Location
: USA-CA-San Francisco
Job Level
: Individual Contributor
Schedule
: Full-time
Travel
: Yes, 10% of the time

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Plant Manager - Clifty Creek
Madison, IN

INDIANA-KENTUCKY ELECTRIC CORPORATION
PLANT MANAGER
POSITION DESCRIPTION
CLIFTY CREEK DIVISION - MADISON,INDIANA
ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENT
A. GENERAL SUMMARY
Responsible for the overall performance of the assigned plant and the achievement of objectives. Directly responsible for the safe, efficient, productive and profitable use of the plant’s physical and human resources; for development, implementation and evaluation of plant policies, procedures and programs; and for establishing and maintaining proper relationships with employees, suppliers, public agencies and the public at large.
B. ACCOUNTABLE TO
Vice President–Operations
C. AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY
Within the limits of delegated authority and in accordance with established policies and procedures is responsible for the fulfillment of the following:
D. MAJOR DUTIES
1. Plan, organize, coordinate, direct and control plant activities including the operation, maintenance, engineering and construction of the plant’s facilities in a safe, efficient and economical manner.
2. Support the OVEC-IKEC safety program. Develop, maintain and enforce safe working conditions by providing proper and adequate tools, equipment, protective clothing and devices. Establish and enforce safe work behaviors. Participate in the setting of safety goals for an accident free work environment. Communicate to employees the importance of a safe work environment on a frequent basis.
3. Develop plans for maintenance, capital improvements, equipment availability, plant staffing requirements, forecasts, budgets, and controlling expenditures to meet approved budgets.
4. Regularly review the plant’s organizational structure and manpower requirements to ensure productive and economic staffing due to changing business conditions and technology.
5. Administer the Company’s Human Resources policies and programs including employment, salary actions, promotions, demotions, discipline, terminations and transfers in a fair and consistent manner. Make effective recommendations concerning such matters for all personnel.
6. Provide for the selection, training and development of competent personnel to ensure the continuity, efficiency, growth and profitability of the Company’s business.
7. Perform work in accordance with the OVEC-IKEC Code of Business Conduct.
8. Establish and maintain close liaison with county, local and other officials and industrial leaders, and inform appropriate persons of actions, proposals and plans that have a bearing on plant operations and activities.
9. Direct the operation of plant activities to ensure compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations.
10. Direct plant operation and maintenance in compliance with Company policies, practices and procedures.
11. Carry out within the assigned area of responsibility the Company’s program of Equal Employment Opportunity including its Affirmative Action obligations.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Business Management or equivalent in job knowledge and experience.
Training should include Company courses in leadership, supervision, change management, team skills, problem solving, decision-making, process improvement, safety, business skills and other relevant courses.
10 - 15 years of experience including work in plant operations, maintenance and performance areas. Experience should include business/financial and human resources administration. A minimum of eight years supervisory experience.
Travel: Maximum percentage required is 10% to include day trips to Piketon or Columbus, Ohio.
Salary: The current range for this position is $120,048(minimum) to 144,060(midpoint).

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Plant Manager - Kyger Creek
Cheshire, OH

OHIO VALLEY ELECTRIC CORPORATION
PLANT MANAGER
POSITION DESCRIPTION
KYGER CREEK DIVISION - CHESHIRE, OHIO
ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENT
A. GENERAL SUMMARY
Responsible for the overall performance of the assigned plant and the achievement of objectives. Directly responsible for the safe, efficient, productive and profitable use of the plant’s physical and human resources; for development, implementation and evaluation of plant policies, procedures and programs; and for establishing and maintaining proper relationships with employees, suppliers, public agencies and the public at large.
B. ACCOUNTABLE TO
Vice President–Operations
C. AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY
Within the limits of delegated authority and in accordance with established policies and procedures is responsible for the fulfillment of the following:
D. MAJOR DUTIES
1. Plan, organize, coordinate, direct and control plant activities including the operation, maintenance, engineering and construction of the plant’s facilities in a safe, efficient and economical manner.
2. Support the OVEC-IKEC safety program. Develop, maintain and enforce safe working conditions by providing proper and adequate tools, equipment, protective clothing and devices. Establish and enforce safe work behaviors. Participate in the setting of safety goals for an accident free work environment. Communicate to employees the importance of a safe work environment on a frequent basis.
3. Develop plans for maintenance, capital improvements, equipment availability, plant staffing requirements, forecasts, budgets, and controlling expenditures to meet approved budgets.
4. Regularly review the plant’s organizational structure and manpower requirements to ensure productive and economic staffing due to changing business conditions and technology.
5. Administer the Company’s Human Resources policies and programs including employment, salary actions, promotions, demotions, discipline, terminations and transfers in a fair and consistent manner. Make effective recommendations concerning such matters for all personnel.
6. Provide for the selection, training and development of competent personnel to ensure the continuity, efficiency, growth and profitability of the Company’s business.
7. Perform work in accordance with the OVEC-IKEC Code of Business Conduct.
8. Establish and maintain close liaison with county, local and other officials and industrial leaders, and inform appropriate persons of actions, proposals and plans that have a bearing on plant operations and activities.
9. Direct the operation of plant activities to ensure compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations.
10. Direct plant operation and maintenance in compliance with Company policies, practices and procedures.
11. Carry out within the assigned area of responsibility the Company’s program of Equal Employment Opportunity including its Affirmative Action obligations.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Business Management or equivalent in job knowledge and experience.
Training should include Company courses in leadership, supervision, change management, team skills, problem solving, decision-making, process improvement, safety, business skills and other relevant courses.
10 - 15 years of experience including work in plant operations, maintenance and performance areas. Experience should include business/financial and human resources administration. A minimum of eight years supervisory experience.
Travel: Maximum percentage required is 10% to include day trips to Piketon or Columbus, Ohio.
Salary: The current range for this position is $120,048(minimum) to 144,060(midpoint).

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Customer Relations Center Supervisor
East Hartford, CT

Connecticut Natural Gas Corporation (CNG), an Energy East Company, is looking for a Supervisor - Customer Relations Center for its East Hartford, Connecticut location. JOB SUMMARY: In this role, you will direct, coordinate, and monitor the daily operations of the call center, including customer inquiries, account maintenance, CIS utilization and performance of customer relations staff. You will prepare forecasts of workload and schedule staff needed to ensure maximum productivity and accuracy of call center, taking into account resource availability (e.g., scheduled vacations, shift schedules, weekends, holidays, etc.). You may oversee the customer billing, as required. MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Supervises team members to handle customer calls with maximum productivity, a high quality of customer service, and adherence to policy and procedures. Develops and coordinates schedules for the Call Center staff by analyzing call volume and call-handling statistics. Revises schedules as needed to address changing business needs and monitors Real Time adherence. Provides coaching, counseling and performance feedback to team members. Handles routine personnel issues, including union grievances where applicable. • Supervises Call Center response to emergencies. Handles escalated billing and collection calls as back up for Supervisor of Credit & Collections as needed. • Reviews measurement and reporting of all phone, production, quality, and schedule adherence, ACD MAX statistics on daily, weekly and monthly basis. • Supports business initiatives, implementing programs to support marketing various areas of the business in the CRC. Coordinates with management on report outcomes and changes related to analysis. • Serves as liaison between customer and various customer service departments, committees and/or regulatory agencies. (Customer Billing, Customer Service, Marketing and Credit Departments). JOB REQUIREMENTS: Required Education: • Associates degree in a related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience/Training: • At least 4-6 years of experience in the call center required. Supervisory experience REQUIRED. • Knowledge of TMS technology, ACD, MAX and TCS software. • Knowledge of customer services policies and practices. • Knowledge of Banner, WMS, SAP, MS Office a plus. Skills/Abilities: • Effective communication, analysis and organizational skills are critical. • Results oriented; able to lead team towards outcomes. • Ability to facilitate change in a positive and constructive manner. ABOUT CONNECTICUT NATURAL GAS Connecticut Natural Gas Corporation (CNG) delivers natural gas to more than 155,000 customers in Central Connecticut. Energy East Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a respected super regional energy services and delivery company that our customers can depend upon every day. We are a motivated and skilled team of professionals dedicated to creating shareholder value through our focus on profitable growth, operational excellence and strong customer partnerships. Learn more about our organization at http://www.energyeast.com. Energy East is an equal opportunity employer and encourages men and women, members of all racial and ethnic groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

To apply for this position, please apply online at www.energyeastjobs.com. Search by job 2627 in East Hartford, CT. http://www.energyeastjobs.com/ViewPostingDetails.aspx?PostingID=2627

Project Mgr - Business Customer Svc
CA-San Francisco

Project Manager (Self Generation Incentive Program) - San Francisco, CA (245 Market St.)
Department Overview
PG&E's Solar and Customer Generation Team provides incentives for customer-owned distributed generation technologies. We administer the California Solar Initiative, New Solar Home Partnership Program, and the Self Generation Incentive Program. As the leading utility in solar interconnections, this is an opportunity to work in a growing field of clean energy technology and manage one of the largest distributed generation data sets in the country.
Position Summary
This position is for a Self Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) Project Manager whose core responsibilities would be to manage the incentive applications that are applied through this program from beginning to end. Other major responsibilities include support on marketing and policy issues. These responsibilities require building relationships with customers and contractors in ensuring that the goals of the program are met to shape the development of the renewable industry.
Responsibilities
• Review, process, and manage SGIP applications through various stages of the project until payment
• Collaborate with internal PG&E Departments and external stakeholders to provide customers with accurate and timely information with the idea of integration
• Manage SGIP database improvements and policy and procedures of the program
• Conduct presentation and trainings to internal and external stakeholders about the SGIP
• Assist Program Manager with marketing, reporting, policy and other program related tasks to help shape the success of the SGIP
Required:
• Candidate should possess BS/BA degree
• Must demonstrate passion for sustainability and the environment
• Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills
• Must demonstrate strong project management skills
• Must be very customer focused
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Desired:
• Must demonstrate previous experience with distributed generation work
• Must demonstrate good leadership skills
• Must demonstrate previous policy experience
• Must demonstrate can do attitude and is a self starter
Equal Employment Opportunity, M/F/D/V.
Job
Customer/Account Services
Primary Location
USA-CA-San Francisco
Travel
-Yes, 10% of the time

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Customer Relations Center Supervisor
Bridgeport, CT

Southern Connecticut Gas, an Energy East Company, is looking for a Customer Relations Center - Supervisor for its Bridgeport - 855 Main St location. JOB SUMMARY: In this role, you will direct, coordinate, and monitor the daily operations of the call center, including customer inquiries, account maintenance, CIS utilization and performance of customer relations staff. You will prepare forecasts of workload and schedule staff needed to ensure maximum productivity and accuracy of call center, taking into account resource availability (e.g., scheduled vacations, shift schedules, weekends, holidays, etc.). You may oversee the customer billing, as required. MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Supervises team members to handle customer calls with maximum productivity, a high quality of customer service, and adherence to policy and procedures. Develops and coordinates schedules for the Call Center staff by analyzing call volume and call-handling statistics. Revises schedules as needed to address changing business needs and monitors Real Time adherence. Provides coaching, counseling and performance feedback to team members. Handles routine personnel issues, including union grievances where applicable. • Supervises Call Center response to emergencies. Handles escalated billing and collection calls as back up for Supervisor of Credit & Collections as needed. • Reviews measurement and reporting of all phone, production, quality, and schedule adherence, ACD MAX statistics on daily, weekly and monthly basis. • Supports business initiatives, implementing programs to support marketing various areas of the business in the CRC. Coordinates with management on report outcomes and changes related to analysis. • Serves as liaison between customer and various customer service departments, committees and/or regulatory agencies. (Customer Billing, Customer Service, Marketing and Credit Departments). JOB REQUIREMENTS: Required Education: • Associates degree in a related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience/Training: • At least 4-6 years of experience in the call center required. Supervisory experience REQUIRED. • Knowledge of TMS technology, ACD, MAX and TCS software. • Knowledge of customer services policies and practices. • Knowledge of Banner, WMS, SAP, MS Office a plus. Skills/Abilities: • Effective communication, analysis and organizational skills are critical. • Results oriented; able to lead team towards outcomes. • Ability to facilitate change in a positive and constructive manner. ABOUT SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT GAS The Southern Connecticut Gas Company delivers natural gas energy to approximately 167,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in 22 Connecticut communities from Westport to Old Saybrook, most of which are located along or near the shores of Long Island Sound. Energy East Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a respected super regional energy services and delivery company that our customers can depend upon every day. We are a motivated and skilled team of professionals dedicated to creating shareholder value through our focus on profitable growth, operational excellence and strong customer partnerships. Learn more about our organization at http://www.energyeast.com.

Energy East is an equal opportunity employer and encourages men and women, members of all racial and ethnic groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. To apply for this position, please apply online at www.energyeastjobs.com. Search by job 2763 in Bridgeport, CT. http://www.energyeastjobs.com/ViewPostingDetails.aspx?PostingID=2763

Production Manager
WELCOME, MN US

Responsible for the operation of the plant to ensure maximum
production quantity and quality, by directly supervising process
operators who work on a 24-hour rotating shift schedule. Communicate
regularly with all process operators, both individually and as a
group, to ensure consistent operation among the shifts. Responsible
for assisting with the hiring of plant personnel and conducting
employee performance reviews. Monitor and control plant operations by
reviewing the operation of the plant to monitor production and
quality, to anticipate solve problems in a timely manner, and to
identify opportunities for improvement. Works with the HS&E Manager
to direct, maintain, and enforce the safety program for all process
operations; review safety records to uphold standards of maximum
safety for all process operators.
Requirements
High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in Chemical
Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred. Minimum ten
years of experience in the operation of a dry mill ethanol plant.
Experience in a supervisory role required. In-depth knowledge of the
ethanol production process and technology required. Expertise and
proficiency with basic office computer software, e.g., word
processing, email, and spreadsheets required. Works effectively with
plant Distributed Control System (DCS) and instructs others on its
operation.

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Director Operations Support & Process Eng. Svcs.
SAN ANTONIO, TX US

Leads the effort to maintain and improve operations in all the
company’s plants by directing corporate employees responsible for
operations benchmarking, process engineering services, QA/QC and
laboratory services. Serves as an individual contributor to the
process engineering services area in support of all operating plants.
Responsible for supporting all ethanol plants in the areas of
operational efficiencies, process improvement evaluation and
bottleneck assessments with a focus on items associated with yield,
energy and chemical efficiencies. Responsible for implementation of
best practices across all plants for process engineering areas.
Provides process analysis in support of safety and environmental
performance. Specifically provides assistance in evaluations related
to process hazards analysis and Process Safety Management.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Engineering required, chemical or
biochemical discipline preferred. Minimum of fifteen years experience
with process engineering in ethanol, chemical, refining, or similar
manufacturing plants. Plant operations management experience
preferred.

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Production Manager
HARTLEY, IA US

Responsible for the operation of the plant to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, by directly supervising process operators who work on a 24-hour rotating shift schedule. Communicate regularly with all process operators, both individually and as a group, to ensure consistent operation among the shifts. Responsible for assisting with the hiring of plant personnel and conducting employee performance reviews. Monitor and control plant operations by reviewing the operation of the plant to monitor production and quality, to anticipate solve problems in a timely manner, and to identify opportunities for improvement. Works with the HS&E Manager to direct, maintain, and enforce the safety program for all process operations; review safety records to uphold standards of maximum safety for all process operators.
Requirements
High school diploma or GED required. A Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred. A minimum of 10 years experience in the operation of a dry mill ethanol plant. Experience in a supervisory role required. In-depth knowledge of the ethanol production process and technology required. Expertise and proficiency with basic office computer software, e.g., word processing, email, and spreadsheets required. Works effectively with plant Distributed Control System (DCS) and instructs others on its operation.

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Manager QA/QC Lab
FORT DODGE, IA US

Implement and manage plant QA/QC program based on the ethanol
industry best practices. Monitor use and inventories of laboratory
chemicals and supplies; initiate re-ordering when necessary. Maintain
and calibrate laboratory equipment. Analyze data, prepare reports,
and make recommendations for improving operation or solving process
related problems. Sample at various points in the production process
and conduct QA/QC tests as required. Supervise QA laboratory
technicians to ensure they are adequately trained and equipped.
Assist with the hiring of laboratory personnel. Maintain health,
safety and environmental policies and procedures. Coordinate
activities with the Operations Supervisor to ensure effective
participation in the QA/QC procedures by the Process Operators.
Coordinate with the Maintenance Supervisor to coordinate maintenance
and repair work in the laboratory.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) in a related scientific or technical
field required. Ten years experience in a QA/QC laboratory required.
Experience in a dry-mill ethanol plant preferred. Experience with
implementing effective QA/QC programs required. In-depth knowledge
mashing, fermentation and distillation as they relate to the ethanol
production process preferred. Experience with environmental testing
and reporting.

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Mgr Commercial&Industrial Prog

Develop, launch, and oversee C&I programs in order to meet or exceed SB 221 Benchmark targets for energy efficiency and demand response. Adjust programs as necessary to meet goals. Represent C&I program area when meeting with the Commission and stakeholders. Act as point person for new program areas and developing potential emerging technology pilots and demonstrations.
Manage C&I programs from $20 - $50 million/year through 2011, increasing thereafter.
Develop, launch, oversee, and adjust programs in order to meet and exceed legislation targets.
Manage a team of program coordinators.
Represent specific program area when meeting with the Commission and stakeholders.
Assist Director of Energy Efficiency, Demand Response, and Renewable Programs in other areas as needed.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in business, engineering, building science or related field, and six years of relevant experience in the utility industry with exhibited technical competence, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Five or more years of successful utility-based program development and deployment. At least three years management/supervisory experience including hiring, coaching, performance reviews, and mentoring. Proficiency in financial management of multi-million dollar budgets. Demonstrated proficiency in advanced PC computer skills & applications including spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and presentation software. Excellent verbal and written skills, public speaking and strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrated team building skills as well as the ability to work independently.

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Manager Customer Operations
Carneys Point, NJ

09-0167 Manager Customer Operations Pepco Holdings, Inc. (PHI) is one of the largest electricity delivery and natural gas companies in the mid-Atlantic region. More than 1.8 million customers in Washington D.C., Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia depend on PHI for their electricity and natural gas needs. We are seeking a Manager Customer Operations to join the staff at our Carneys Point, New Jersey location. Manager Customer Operations performs the leadership duties of a manager (see below). Assumes full responsibility and accountability for the company's customer interactions through the operation of a multi-site customer operations center with in-bound call centers, walk-in customer business offices, and cash payment operations. Oversees the activities to investigate and answer special inquiries from Management, the Public Service Commission, governmental agencies, and any source deemed a priority. Plays an integral part in the company's storm and emergency response plan. Oversees the development, implementation, communication, and execution of processes and initiatives to enhance operating effectiveness, customer and employee satisfaction. Provides tactical and strategic planning to support company service level objectives. Utilizes strategies and resources to enhance customer satisfaction and maximize cost effectiveness. Ensures timely and accurate communications with customers through monitoring appropriate metrics. Oversees strategy and technology implementation to achieve continuous improvement in the efficiency and accuracy of services. Coordinates activities with other operating areas in order to resolve inquiries and seek solutions to operational problems. Participates in leadership meetings to develop, refine, and implement corporate operations initiatives and priorities. Responsible for developing and monitoring the annual budget of the department. Required: • Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or finance or related discipline OR equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience. • Progressively responsible leadership/management experience in a call center or customer service environment to include: o Working independently to plan, organize, monitor, delegate and coordinate resources to support multiple, simultaneous functions, tasks, and programs; o managing conflict by negotiating win-win solutions; o resolving customer complaints and appeals, and employee concerns; o thinking creatively and learning continually to solve customer problems; o leading teams, developing and coaching exempt employees; and o conducting performance appraisals. • Experience demonstrating skill delivering business results through: o creating, developing, and implementing strategic operating plans and/or process improvement plans; o making decisions and analyzing business needs for a fast-paced time critical work environment; o using call center tools and reports to analyze performance trends; o collaborating with strategic support partners (IT, CRM, Quality and Performance Consulting/Training, Regulatory, HR, Legal, Finance, Customer Care departments, etc.); o leading benchmarking and implementing best practices to assist in creating solutions; and o planning and monitoring budget results and making adjustments to ensure targets are met. • Experience demonstrating skill serving as a change agent and leading change to include collaborating and influencing multiple levels of personnel to implement strategic priorities. • Experience demonstrating skill attending industry and leadership courses and seminars for new learning opportunities. • Experience demonstrating skill presenting business results to senior leadership. • Experience demonstrating skill using PC-based word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and e-mail software to perform work functions. • Ability and willingness to work extended hours as required. • Ability and willingness to travel to various company locations. • Must possess a valid driver’s license. • Must successfully pass the Criminal History Records Check. Preferred: • Experience demonstrating skill leading others in a collective bargaining environment and/or a utility environment. • Experience demonstrating skill leading others in a matrixed environment. • Experience demonstrating skill in coordinating storm and /or emergency contingency plans and directing the implementation of these plans as needed. PHI is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.


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Manager HS&E
WELCOME, MN US

Responsible for managing all aspects of environmental, health and
safety, and regulatory compliance. As a member of the Plant
Leadership Team you will be expected to participate in objective
setting, plan development, and performance review of the plant.
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and permits under
OSHA (including PSM), EPA, DENR, TTB, FRA, and any other
non-financial regulating body. Ensure all plant modifications receive
appropriate permitting approval in timely manner to support
construction schedule and all plant/system changes are managed
through plant Management of Change (MOC) procedure. Provide training
systems that promote ever increasing standards for safe work
execution and plant improvement. Maintain positive, proactive
relationships with all regulatory contacts.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Safety or Environmental Sciences
required. Ten years experience in operating industrial facility
subject to OSHA 1910 and applicable EPA regulations or comparable
experience required. Experience with state pollution control
standards.

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Field Service Manager
US

Senior Field Service Manager will work on Nuclear Steam Turbine plants, will have Field Service experience in maintenance, repairs, retrofits and upgrades of existing Steam Turbines and will provide Management and technical assistance in the opening, inspection, and closing of Steam Turbines. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - Pre-plan, schedule, and set-up site specific resources per the service agreement. - Direct and manage supervisors, mechanical specialists, and sub-contractors during maintenance outages. - Implement quality control procedures during disassembly, inspection, and assembly of turbines. - Review disassembly data and clearances and provide recommendations. - Review unit start-up and post outage operation data and abnormalities. - Work with LTSA Program Manager in the development and management of outage work scope. - Communicate the technical information relating to buyer covered parts for the purpose of equipment reliability with the Resident Engineer or Program Manager. - Visually inspect covered equipment and report results to service and repair engineering. - Generate detailed field report in a timely manner. - Write or review Operation and Maintenance Manual, field procedures, and related technical information. - Interpret and apply drawings, field procedures, and technical documents to open/close activities. - Instruct training courses for supervisors and mechanical specialists. - Support operational functions of the Remote Monitoring Centre. - Assist in the development of specific outage parts requirements. Long contracts are available with excellent rates of pay. Location: Europe, US, New Zeland Type: Contract Duration: 6 months Start Date: ASAP Ref: PEJ-MA-FSM

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Senior Project Manager
CA-San Ramon

Sr. Project Manager
Department Overview
Customer Energy Efficiency/Low Income Energy Efficiency Program (also known as the Energy Partners Program): The LIEE Program provides income qualified customers free weatherization measures, energy efficient appliances and energy education to reduce gas and electric usage. All housing types are eligible to participate as well as homeowners and renters.
Position Summary
Ø Develop partnerships with community organizations and other agencies to leverage resources available from local governments, federal, state and private project funding with the LIEE program.
Ø Work with the CARE outreach team to integrate LIEE with as many CARE outreach campaigns as possible.
Ø Lead the strategic outreach planning development for the LIEE Program.
Ø Be the LIEE liaison between the 3rd Party programs and the LGP programs.
Ø Work with the CEE Marketing/Outreach team integrating LIEE with EE Programs. Manage and enhance relationships with internal and external partners to ensure successful program leveraging.
Ø Work with external groups to leverage the federal stimulus funds coming into California.
Responsibilities:
Ø Develop and maintain relationships with community groups and agencies
Ø Develop leveraging strategies bringing together the LIEE program with other community and agency low income programs
Ø Create and maintain relationships with Government Relations, Community Relations and PG&E's news department to develop media events with LIEE and Community outreach events
Ø Work with the CARE Outreach team to implement outreach strategies and objectives in order to meet LIEE enrollment and Commission leveraging directives
Ø Maintain a cost analysis of various initiatives and utilize it as a guide in evaluating, making key decisions and reporting to the Commission.
Ø Partner with LIEE team in designing program collateral
Required:
Ø California driver's license
Ø Flexible work schedule, some nights and weekends
Ø Minimum 4 years experience in marketing and community outreach
Ø Advanced knowledge of low-income population and demographics
Ø Advanced marketing and outreach expertise for multi-cultural communities
Ø Innovative and creative thinking abilities
Ø Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ø High-level experience in public speaking to diverse audiences
Ø Confirmed ability to manage multiple complex projects in fast-paced environment
Ø Ability to work efficiently in a team setting and under pressure
Ø Bi-lingual
Ø Established external community relationships
Ø Established internal departmental relationships
Desired:
Ø Knowledge of contracts and/or internal SRM system
Ø BA/BS in related field
Equal Employment Opportunity, M/F/D/V.
Job
Maintenance, Construction & Operations
Primary Location
USA-CA-San Ramon
Travel
-Yes, 10% of the time

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Principal Business Consultant, Process Improvement
CA-San Francisco

Department Overview
Performance and Process Improvement serves as the Finance representative for the Operating Plan, provides strategy development and tactical planning for large Finance goals, oversees process improvement and project management for Finance, and manages the talent development, employee engagement, and the MBA Leadership programs in Finance. The group also includes Corp IT.
Position Summary
The initial role would be to lead, coach and execute multiple functional or cross functional Lean Six Sigma (LSS) projects, and provide technical expertise in the area of LSS project execution to drive results consistent with PG&E LSS and Business Process Excellence Standards.
Responsibilities
* Facilitate and train groups of professionals to a "Greenbelt" level.
* Help prioritize, select and charter high-impact projects; maintaining the integrity of the Lean Six Sigma measurements, improvements and tollgates; and develop, maintain and revise Lean Six Sigma training materials for consumption with the area of responsibility.
* Participate and Lead LSS workouts that deliver quick results to the organization.
* Support business and functions by managing project development and selection, metrics identification and maintaining project database and reporting systems.
* Act as a change agent to lead and mentor employees in quality tools and drive Process Ownership mind set through out the organization.
Qualifications
Required
* Undergraduate Degree
* 6-10 plus years of work experience, with proven success, executing lean six sigma and process management improvement projects
* At least 2-6 years in the Black Belt role and be able to move to a Master Black Belt level after completing training
* Consistent with PG&E LSS standards, all selected candidates will need to pass the PG&E Black Belt Certification Exam within the first 120 days of taking the position, even if they were previously certified
* Proven managerial and leadership ability to effectively direct team efforts and to be successful in a matrix organization.
* Demonstrated financial bottom-line orientation, excellent analytical skills and solid business acumen with track record for setting appropriate strategy.
* Change leadership skills
Desired
* Project Management Professional (PMP) Certified preferred, but not needed. Project management - core competency needed.
* MBA
Job
Accounting & Financial Management
Primary Location
USA-CA-San Francisco
Travel
-No

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Senior Program Manager
CA-San Francisco

Senior Program Manager - San Francisco, CA
Department Overview
The future of energy efficiency relies on the rapid market adoption of innovative technologies and practices that save energy while providing customers value. PG&E's Emerging Technologies (ET) team is at the forefront of that innovation, responsible for identifying and evaluating technologies, practices, and concepts that can be offered to customers through an energy efficiency program or as a code or standard. ET operates within PG&E's Customer Energy Efficiency (CEE) organization. CEE offers products and services to our customers that help them save energy and money. PG&E is a national leader in providing energy efficiency and in the development and implementation of energy efficiency programs.
Position Summary
PG&E is seeking a highly motivated, capable program manager for our Emerging Technologies team.
Responsibilities:
· Provide a clear understanding of the energy savings and performance of new technologies by conducting evaluations and overseeing the management and contracting of assessments.
· Prioritize projects to align with goals and fostering integration of projects into larger pilots.
· Coordinate with other PG&E groups to encourage the rapid market penetration of the most promising options.
· Track and manage budget; arrange for data collection, tracking, recording, and reporting; and collaborate to fulfill all external and internal reporting requirements.
· Represent PG&E in regulatory forums, workshops and proceedings related to ET assessment.
Required:
· BS degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
· Technical expertise in one of these fields: HVAC, gas technologies, or zero net energy homes/buildings
· Strong contracting and project management skills
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Desired:
· Strong knowledge of customer energy efficiency and demand response concepts and understanding of the electric and gas utility business
· Regulatory and testimony experience
· Proficient with project management and business software
· Applicable advanced degree (MS or MBA)
Equal Employment Opportunity, M/F/D/V.
Job
Customer/Account Services
Primary Location
USA-CA-San Francisco
Travel
-Yes, 10% of the time

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Senior Program Manager
CA-San Francisco

Senior Program Manager - Energy Efficiency Programs
Senior Program Manager - San Francisco, CA
Department Overview
PG&E has a proud history of promoting customer energy efficiency (CEE). We have been doing it longer-and better-than any other utility in the country. CEE is one of the cornerstones of our company's environmental leadership efforts. We recognize it is the lowest-cost resource to meet our customers' growing energy needs and are committed to continuing this tradition of helping our customers save energy and money. Countries and organizations from around the world call us to advise them on their energy efficiency efforts.
PG&E's CEE portfolio has received 46 national and international awards since its launch in 2006. We are setting the bar higher than ever before for utilities everywhere and are a shining example of what can be accomplished with energy efficiency. One of the most important aspects of energy efficiency is that it's the right thing for our customers, as well as our company. Our benefit is their benefit. Since January 2006 we've paid out more than $382 million in rebates and incentives. Customers love what we're doing and their experiences with our CEE programs affect their overall perception of PG&E.
Position Summary
PG&E is seeking a highly motivated, capable program manager for our Natural Gas Energy Efficiency Programs.
Responsibilities:
· Develop comprehensive project plans for gas energy efficiency programs, while demonstrating proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, vendor relationships and delivery.
· Represent PG&E and CEE as subject matter expert in all matters pertaining to regulatory filings, EM&V studies, training and the development of program specific marketing materials.
· Manage RFP process, vendor contracts and relationships critical to gas energy efficiency program administration and implementation.
· Work with appropriate internal PG&E units as directed to provide program management of natural gas energy efficiency programs for Mass Market customers.
· Identify and develop cost-effective natural gas energy efficiency programs.
·Provide technical expertise on related energy efficiency programs specifically focused upon water heater, boiler and heating, ventilation and air conditioning technologies while effectively managing respective policy implications concerning greenhouse gas pollution and mitigation.
·Develop comprehensive project plans for energy efficiency programs, demonstrating proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, scheduling and delivery.
Qualifications
Required:
· BS degree in a technical or science field
· Strong technical background in energy efficiency, clean energy or conservation
· Solid project management skills and business software experience
Desired:
·Familiarity with PG&E Customer Energy Efficiency, Natural Gas Energy Efficiency measures and demand side management.
· Experience in PG&E Integrated Demand Side Management (IDSM) products and services are highly desirable.
· Ability to lead and influence stakeholders toward market transformation
· Applicable advanced degree (MS or MBA)
Equal Employment Opportunity, M/F/D/V.
Job
Support Services
Primary Location
USA-CA-San Francisco
Travel
-Yes, 10% of the time

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Senior Project Manager
CA-San Ramon

Sr. Project Manager
Department Overview
Customer Energy Efficiency/Low Income Energy Efficiency Program (also known as the Energy Partners Program): The LIEE Program provides income qualified customers free weatherization measures, energy efficient appliances and energy education to reduce gas and electric usage. All housing types are eligible to participate as well as homeowners and renters.
Position Summary
Ø Develop partnerships with community organizations and other agencies to leverage resources available from local governments, federal, state and private project funding with the LIEE program.
Ø Work with the CARE outreach team to integrate LIEE with as many CARE outreach campaigns as possible.
Ø Lead the strategic outreach planning development for the LIEE Program.
Ø Be the LIEE liaison between the 3rd Party programs and the LGP programs.
Ø Work with the CEE Marketing/Outreach team integrating LIEE with EE Programs. Manage and enhance relationships with internal and external partners to ensure successful program leveraging.
Ø Work with external groups to leverage the federal stimulus funds coming into California.
Responsibilities:
Ø Develop and maintain relationships with community groups and agencies
Ø Develop leveraging strategies bringing together the LIEE program with other community and agency low income programs
Ø Create and maintain relationships with Government Relations, Community Relations and PG&E's news department to develop media events with LIEE and Community outreach events
Ø Work with the CARE Outreach team to implement outreach strategies and objectives in order to meet LIEE enrollment and Commission leveraging directives
Ø Maintain a cost analysis of various initiatives and utilize it as a guide in evaluating, making key decisions and reporting to the Commission.
Ø Partner with LIEE team in designing program collateral
Required:
Ø California driver's license
Ø Flexible work schedule, some nights and weekends
Ø Minimum 4 years experience in marketing and community outreach
Ø Advanced knowledge of low-income population and demographics
Ø Advanced marketing and outreach expertise for multi-cultural communities
Ø Innovative and creative thinking abilities
Ø Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ø High-level experience in public speaking to diverse audiences
Ø Confirmed ability to manage multiple complex projects in fast-paced environment
Ø Ability to work efficiently in a team setting and under pressure
Ø Bi-lingual
Ø Established external community relationships
Ø Established internal departmental relationships
Desired:
Ø Knowledge of contracts and/or internal SRM system
Ø BA/BS in related field
Equal Employment Opportunity, M/F/D/V.
Job
Maintenance, Construction & Operations
Primary Location
USA-CA-San Ramon
Travel
-Yes, 10% of the time

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Turnaround Planning Manager
NORCO, LA US

Responsible for the planning, coordination and execution of all turnaround activities at the St. Charles refinery. Manages Valero and contract turnaround supervisors and planners, turnaround cost and track system personnel and all turnaround execution contractors. Manages Capital integration associated with the turnarounds and major unplanned or emergency maintenance when deemed necessary by refinery management. Manages the planning and execution of special project maintenance such as the painting program and tank maintenance program. Develops strategic turnaround plans and maintains 10 year projected turnaround schedule. Proactively directs the workscope development and planning efforts for turnarounds. Oversees contractor bidding, estimating, and selection for turnarounds. Manages all cost reporting, budgets, and spending forecasts for turnaround activities. Reviews and submits turnaround AFE’s. Prepares yearly turnaround budgets and updates forecast monthly. Coordinates training on latest technology systems in order to track and perform turnarounds to Valero turnaround procedures and best practices. Develops and maintains a turnaround planning and cost system that will continually reduce planning and execution cost. Approves all turnaround purchase requisitions and invoices for materials, equipment and labor. Conducts ongoing performance reviews and coaching for all planners and contract staff. Works with planners and SAP personnel to make improvements to SAP functionality and reporting. Issues turnaround progress, productivity, manpower and cost reports to Refinery and Corporate Management.
Requirements
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required. Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) preferred. B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred. A minimum of 10 years experience in refinery or chemical plant project execution and/or coordination. Employee supervision experience required and prior supervision of hourly or non-technical employees preferred. Business and finance experience preferred. Familiarity with SAP, Primavera Project Planner (P3 and/or P5) and Microsoft Excel required. Experience with producing and/or reading engineering drawings such as plot plans, piping isometrics, instrument loop drawings and P&ID’s required.

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