Senior Portfolio Manager, Residential Energy Efficiency

Job Description: Senior Portfolio Manager – Residential Energy Efficiency

Position Title: Senior Portfolio Manager

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: Atlanta, GA (In-office / Hybrid – 4 Days Onsite)

Pay: $130,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Who We Are

Utility Energy Services (UES) delivers high-value energy efficiency implementation and field service delivery solutions with a steadfast focus on safety, local investment, and exceptional customer service. We partner with utilities and communities to reduce energy consumption through practical, sustainable solutions.

The Role

We are seeking a strategic Senior Portfolio Manager to lead a comprehensive residential energy efficiency portfolio across Georgia. This is not just an operational role; it is a business leadership position. You will own the P&L, strategy, and operational execution for a multi-channel portfolio that includes low-income weatherization, market-rate retrofits, and midstream/retail initiatives.

You will lead a diverse team, manage key utility client relationships, and drive the expansion of our contractor network. This position is ideal for an industry veteran who can balance regulatory compliance with aggressive growth targets and operational scalability.

Key Responsibilities

Portfolio Strategy & Financial Ownership

• P&L Management: maintain full ownership of the portfolio’s financial health, managing multi-million dollar budgets, forecasting revenue, and ensuring gross margin targets are met.
• Strategic Planning: Design and execute the annual implementation plan to meet ambitious energy savings targets and customer participation goals across Metro Atlanta and regional Georgia markets.
• Business Growth: Identify and capitalize on opportunities to expand scope, pilot new initiatives, and drive innovation within the existing contract.

Strategic Partnership & Network Development

• Network Scale: Architect the strategy to expand the statewide trade ally network focusing on plumbing, insulation, and home performance professionals.
• Market Transformation: Lead high-level market development initiatives to penetrate underserved regions and diversify the contractor base.
• Quality & Compliance: Oversee the integrity of the BPI certification standards and contractor scorecarding to ensure a high-performing, compliant delivery network.

Operational Excellence & Scalability

• Performance Optimization: Direct process improvements and the implementation of QA/QC efforts to oversee service delivery quality, meet requirements, and incorporate findings into continuous improvement efforts.
• Technology Integration: Champion the optimization of program management platforms (Salesforce, Pipedrive, VisionDSM) to streamline incentive processing and enhance the customer journey.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Team Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 7+ direct reports (including program and field managers) and an overall team of 40+ across the portfolio, fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth.
• Client Relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for utility executives and evaluation teams, presenting quarterly business reviews, strategic insights, and performance forecasts.
• Executive Reporting: Translate complex program data into actionable insights for internal leadership and external regulatory stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Experience: 10+ years of utility program management experience, with at least 3 years having P&L responsibilities.
• Industry Expertise: Deep understanding of residential energy efficiency, DSM (Demand Side Management) implementation, and the Georgia regulatory landscape.
• Network Building: Proven track record of scaling contractor networks (50+ firms) and managing trade ally relations.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in CRM platforms (Salesforce) and data visualization tools; ability to interpret complex data sets to drive decision-making.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree (MBA or related field).
• PMP, Six Sigma, or CEM certification.
• BPI certification or deep familiarity with building science/home performance standards.
• Experience with IRA funding mechanisms and braiding federal/utility incentives.

Benefits & Culture

• Retirement: 401(k) with company match.
• Health: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Growth: Professional development support and opportunities to lead transformative initiatives.
• Relocation: Assistance available for qualified candidates.