Location

Candidates based in Minnesota are preferred; however, remote candidates will also be considered.

Join Our Dynamic Team

The Market Transformation team is looking for an Assistant Initiative Manager to join our growing commercial HVAC team. We are seeking a person who is motivated by our mission to discover and deploy the most effective strategies for reducing energy use and carbon emissions. This person will join our Market Transformation Team and be collaborative, and adaptive in their approach to work and have experience with RTUs, the RTU supply chain, and energy efficiency. The Market Transformation Team is responsible for scoping, designing, and implementing a portfolio of emerging technology initiatives to accelerate the adoption of new energy efficient technologies.

The Assistant Initiative Manager for efficient rooftop units will be responsible for managing and supporting initiative strategies with our internal team and external partners and overseeing market deployment to increase technology adoption. The position will support multiple RTU initiatives and be responsible for supporting project management and reporting, training deployment, utility collaboration, supply chain collaboration, and marketing collaboration. This position will report to the RTU Initiative Manager, and we anticipate this position will support multiple RTU programs but could also support other commercial technologies as needed.

Who We Are

Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) is a clean energy nonprofit with offices in North Loop of Minneapolis and Roseville, MN. We provide practical energy solutions for homes, businesses, and communities to cut energy waste and harmful emissions. We collaborate regularly with field peers and partners, and we employ curious people who enjoy learning and contributing to the Midwest’s quality of life and economy. Recognized as one of Minnesota's top 200 workplaces by the Star Tribune, CEE is known for its open communication, respect for diverse perspectives, and commitment to work-life balance.

What We Offer

• Insurance Coverage Options: To ensure you and your family are well protected, we have you covered with Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Saving Account, and Flexible Spending Accounts. Please see our 2027 Benefit Summary here.
• Impact: We want to make the world a better and more energy efficient place. Our work and the decisions we make are rooted in this foundational desire.
• Future Planning: To help you secure your financial future, benefit from our retirement saving program. Reach your goal sooner with our immediate vesting and company contribution.
• Work/Life Balance: We recognize the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and are dedicated to supporting our team members in various aspects of their lives. Our benefits include generous Paid Time Off (PTO), paid parental leave, and salary continuation for major medical events, ensuring that you have the support you need during significant life moments and personal challenges.
• Holidays: Our company provides nine paid holidays each year, offering you ample time to observe important occasions and enjoy personal time.
• Growth: We want everyone to grow and learn within their roles. We offer professional development opportunities and education assistance.
• Championing DEI: Our committed DEI Committee promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment by establishing clear goals and assessing progress throughout the organization.

What You’ll Do

Program management

• Lead the development and implementation of select market intervention strategies and activities that will achieve program goals and accelerate the adoption of efficient RTUs.
• Assist with daily program operations including managing initiative budgets, supporting the annual workplan development and implementation, and assisting with internal tracking and reporting of initiative activities.
• Support projects throughout project lifecycle including kickoff, contract management, budgeting, reporting, and work planning.
• Assist with market analysis and adapt strategies based on results.
• Work with market research and evaluation team to track and monitor product market share and other market progress indicators (MPIs).
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and enhance accuracy across program processes, while ensuring appropriate human oversight and compliance with organizational policies.

Stakeholder engagement and communication

• Contribute to regular engagement with utility stakeholders to understand perspectives and align activities and outcomes to advance efficient commercial HVAC technology; develop meeting agendas and presentations.
• Work with team to collaborate with RTU manufacturers, distributors, and contractors to understand barriers and opportunities for RTUs and advance initiative goals.
• Understand and clearly communicate the product definition, theory of change, and program value to key market actors.
• Lead internal meetings, project management, communications and progress tracking.

Market Deployment

• Oversee and maintain the development of tools and educational resources to increase uptake of efficient RTU technology.
• Collaborate with the marketing and curriculum development teams on activities to encourage increased awareness and customer demand for efficient RTUs.
• Support event management and logistics as needed.

Other duties as assigned or apparent.

Skills & Knowledge requirements

• Understanding of the commercial HVAC market and technology.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in commercial HVAC, energy efficiency or related industries.
• Demonstrated experience with project management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and communicate technical subject matter.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize.
• Strong ability to craft clear and compelling deliverables.
• Ability to work effectively and communicate with a variety of teams and external partners.
• Desire to work for a mission-driven organization and play a role in addressing climate challenge.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn AI tools to improve efficiency, support analysis, and streamline workflows, with an understanding of responsible use, including human oversight, data confidentiality, accuracy, and bias awareness.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience in relevant field required.
• Experience with developing work plans, coordinating/managing the work of others, and responsibility for producing work products.

Compensation

Dependent on qualifications and experience, we expect the pay range upon hire for this position will be $31.50 - $34.00 /Hr.