Energy Advisor

Leidos is hiring an Energy Advisor for its Hawai‘i Energy program in Honolulu, HI. The role involves executing incentive programs, developing customer relationships, and driving energy efficiency projects. Responsibilities include engaging with construction firms, identifying participation barriers, supporting energy code advancements, and conducting training seminars. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and at least two years of relevant experience.
About the position

Leidos is seeking an Energy Advisor to join our Hawai‘i Energy program team's efforts in empowering our community to achieve the state's clean energy goals. For over 15 years, Hawai‘i Energy has empowered island families and businesses to make smart energy choices by educating them about the many, lasting benefits of clean energy. We encourage and reward practical everyday energy-saving decisions that save money, grow our economy, and reduce the demand for electricity. Our team members are committed to our mission and supporting Hawai‘i's goal to achieve 100% clean energy by 2045. Named by Hawai‘i Business Magazine as one of the “Best Places to Work” for multiple years, the Hawai‘i Energy program is administered by Leidos, Inc. under a contract with the Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission. The Energy Advisor will play a crucial role in executing Hawaii Energy's incentive programs and advisory services to businesses, aiming to accelerate the implementation of energy efficiency projects. This position involves working closely with key customers to overcome barriers to implementing energy efficiency projects. The Energy Advisor will be responsible for developing customer and contractor relationships, serving as a trusted advisor to electric customers to drive the early adoption of energy efficiency and conservation measures. Under the guidance of the Commercial Team management, the Energy Advisor will engage in efficiency project development with construction, design, architecture, and engineering firms to expand energy efficiency measures in new construction and major renovation projects. The role also includes identifying barriers to participation, particularly in new construction, and creating new programs and services to increase engagement with the program and installation of energy efficiency equipment. The Energy Advisor will support building energy code advancement and commercial building benchmarking efforts, provide support and innovative ideas for retail sector and multi-tenant space energy efficiency projects, and develop positive relationships with customers and industry stakeholders. Additionally, the Energy Advisor will coordinate and conduct training and educational seminars, analyze energy data for individual customers, and work with customers' engineering staff or consultants to track, measure, and report energy savings.

Responsibilities
• Execute Hawaii Energy's incentive programs and advisory services to businesses.
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• Develop customer and contractor relationships to drive energy efficiency projects.
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• Overcome barriers to implementing energy efficiency projects.
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• Engage in efficiency project development with construction, design, architecture, and engineering firms.
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• Identify barriers to participation in new construction and create new programs to increase engagement.
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• Support building energy code advancement and commercial building benchmarking efforts.
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• Provide innovative ideas for retail sector and multi-tenant space energy efficiency projects.
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• Develop positive relationships with customers and industry stakeholders.
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• Coordinate and conduct training and educational seminars.
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• Analyze energy data for individual customers and in aggregate.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree with two plus (2+) years of relevant experience, or more years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
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• Strong understanding and background in commercial and/or residential development and new construction.
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• Basic understanding of the energy industry with the ability to be a subject matter expert.
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• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including effectively presenting complex and/or technical information to a wide audience.
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• Client-first attitude with demonstrated experience building and managing relationships.
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• Self-starter able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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• Passionate about and committed to the Hawai‘i Energy mission and goals.
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• Valid driver's license and vehicle for site visits.

Nice-to-haves
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related sciences field.
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• Experience with energy model and simulation development.
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• CEM, LEED AP, or other energy and sustainability certifications.
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• Skilled with Microsoft Excel worksheets and pivot tables.
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• Skilled with using Salesforce for customer relation management reporting.
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• Experience in data analytics and reporting.
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• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Benefits
• Competitive compensation
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• Health and Wellness programs
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• Paid Leave
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• Retirement benefits
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• Career advancement and growth opportunities
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• Mentoring and project management training
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• Assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications