(Chicago) Energy Management Consultant

About EIP

Energy Infrastructure Partners LLC (EIP) is a minority-owned business specializing in energy efficiency, electrification, decarbonization, and demand-side management programs. With offices in New York, Illinois, California, Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Washington, EIP combines national reach with local market understanding. Our work advances sustainable energy solutions, supports economic development, and prioritizes benefits for disadvantaged communities. As a leader in clean energy program implementation and consulting, EIP is proud to help clients achieve meaningful environmental and economic outcomes through innovative, high-impact projects.

Position Description

EIP is seeking a highly motivated Energy Management Consultant to support commercial and industrial facilities in Chicago, Illinois, through utility-sponsored energy efficiency and Strategic Energy Management (SEM) initiatives. This position combines energy management coaching, facility assessments, technical analysis, and customer engagement to help organizations identify energy-saving opportunities, improve building performance, and implement sustainable energy management practices.

The Energy Management Consultant will work directly with facility managers, building operators, and other stakeholders to evaluate energy consumption, identify operational improvements, and develop practical strategies for reducing energy use and costs. Responsibilities include conducting one-on-one coaching sessions, facilitating educational workshops, reviewing facility energy performance data, and collaborating with dedicated engineering staff to assess building systems and identify energy conservation measures. The consultant will also support the development of energy reduction targets, savings estimates, and actionable improvement plans aligned with program objectives and customer priorities.

The Energy Management Consultant will collaborate closely with engineering, program management, and customer-facing teams to support technical assessments, communicate findings, track customer progress, and advance energy efficiency projects toward implementation. This role requires strong technical knowledge, analytical capabilities, and the ability to translate complex energy concepts into practical recommendations. The ideal candidate has at least five years of relevant experience in energy engineering, energy management, technical consulting, or facility energy efficiency initiatives, along with strong communication, coaching, and project coordination skills.

Objectives of this Role

• Energy Management Coaching: Empower and support commercial and industrial facility managers in adopting sustainable energy practices, identifying improvement opportunities, and achieving long-term energy efficiency goals.

• Change Management: Promote continuous improvement by helping facility managers establish energy management strategies, implement operational changes, and encourage energy-efficient behaviors.

• Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with facility managers, program stakeholders, and technical partners to support program participation and successful energy management outcomes.

• Facility Assessments: Collaborate with dedicated energy engineering staff to evaluate existing building systems, operating conditions, and energy consumption patterns to identify actionable energy and demand reduction opportunities.

• Savings Analysis: Develop and review accurate, transparent estimates of energy, demand, and cost savings using approved program methods, engineering calculations, and appropriate technical reference materials.

• Project Development: Support the development of feasible energy efficiency improvement plans that account for facility operations, customer priorities, implementation costs, and operational constraints.

• Technical Quality: Maintain accurate technical documentation, apply relevant industry standards and best practices, and ensure engineering recommendations and savings estimates are supported by reliable data.

• Customer Education: Communicate technical findings, energy-saving recommendations, and program requirements clearly to facility personnel and stakeholders with varying levels of technical expertise.

• Program Delivery: Complete assigned assessments, coaching activities, technical deliverables, and progress reports on schedule while supporting customer satisfaction and program performance goals.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities

• Provide Energy Management Coaching: Conduct one-on-one coaching sessions with commercial and industrial facility managers to address energy management challenges, identify improvement opportunities, and encourage sustainable operational practices.

• Facilitate Training and Workshops: Lead educational workshops, training sessions, and customer discussions focused on energy conservation, building performance, and effective energy management strategies.

• Support Facility Assessments: Collaborate with dedicated energy engineers to conduct facility assessments, evaluate existing building systems, collect operational data, and identify potential energy efficiency improvements.

• Establish Energy Reduction Goals: Work with facility managers to develop measurable energy reduction targets and action plans aligned with organizational priorities and utility-sponsored program objectives.

• Analyze Energy Performance: Review utility consumption data, equipment information, and facility operating practices to identify energy trends, evaluate performance, and recommend practical improvement opportunities.

• Develop Savings Estimates: Apply engineering calculations, approved program methodologies, and technical reference materials to estimate potential energy, demand, and cost savings associated with recommended improvements.

• Provide Technical Guidance: Advise facility managers on energy-efficient technologies, building systems, operational improvements, and implementation strategies appropriate for their facilities.

• Support Project Implementation: Coordinate with customers, contractors, and internal engineering teams to help translate assessment findings into actionable project scopes and support the implementation of recommended measures.

• Monitor Customer Progress: Track facility performance against established energy reduction targets, provide ongoing feedback, and support customers in maintaining progress toward their energy management goals.

• Prepare Technical and Progress Reports: Develop clear documentation summarizing facility assessments, energy performance trends, savings estimates, customer progress, and recommended actions for program leadership and stakeholders.

• Maintain Project Documentation: Organize engineering calculations, assessment notes, customer communications, technical review comments, and project records while tracking deliverables and communicating potential schedule or technical risks.

• Collaborate Across Teams: Participate in internal meetings with engineers, energy coaches, program managers, and other stakeholders to share technical findings, customer feedback, best practices, and lessons learned.

• Support Continuous Improvement: Identify recurring technical challenges, customer barriers, and opportunities to improve assessment procedures, coaching strategies, analytical tools, and program delivery practices.

• Maintain Industry Knowledge: Stay informed of emerging energy efficiency technologies, building performance standards, applicable regulations, and energy management best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: At least 5 years of relevant experience in energy engineering, energy management, energy coaching, technical consulting, technical sales, or a related role supporting commercial and industrial energy efficiency initiatives.

• Energy Management Expertise: Demonstrated knowledge of energy efficiency strategies, sustainability initiatives, and continuous improvement practices within commercial or industrial facilities.

• Coaching and Facilitation: Strong coaching, training, mentoring, and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage facility managers and encourage the adoption of energy-efficient practices.

• Building Systems Knowledge: Working knowledge of commercial and institutional HVAC systems, building controls, lighting, and other major energy-consuming equipment, including their operating characteristics and potential efficiency improvements.

• Savings Analysis: Ability to develop and review engineering calculations, evaluate energy consumption data, and apply technical reference manuals, approved calculators, and utility program methodologies.

• Field Assessment Skills: Experience collecting and interpreting facility data, identifying practical energy-saving opportunities, and conducting site visits safely and professionally.

• Analytical Tools: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with utility consumption data, equipment specifications, technical documentation, and project tracking systems.

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts and energy efficiency recommendations to audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge.

• Technical Writing: Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and well-organized technical reports, energy assessments, savings estimates, and project documentation.

• Organization and Time Management: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate project records.

• Travel Requirements: Ability to travel to commercial and industrial facilities throughout the Chicago area as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Certifications: Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Professional Engineer (PE), or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

• Utility Program Experience: Experience supporting energy management or energy efficiency initiatives sponsored by investor-owned utilities or other utility-sponsored programs.

• Energy Planning: Experience developing energy management strategies, energy reduction plans, or decarbonization initiatives for commercial businesses, municipalities, or utilities.

• Program Implementation: Familiarity with utility and government-sponsored energy efficiency programs, including program requirements, technical documentation, and implementation processes.

• Measurement and Verification: Experience evaluating energy consumption trends, troubleshooting performance issues, supporting project implementation, and conducting measurement and verification (M&V) of energy savings.

• Energy Modeling: Proficiency in energy modeling, regression analysis, or other analytical methods used to evaluate building energy performance and estimate savings.

WE OFFER

• Competitive base salary ($80,000-$110,000) commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Performance-based bonus tied to individual and company performance.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.

• Professional development and training opportunities.

• A dynamic, inclusive work environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and growth.

Join us!

At EIP, your work will help Chicago-area facilities identify and implement practical energy improvements. You will combine energy management expertise, technical analysis, and customer collaboration to support stronger buildings and credible energy savings.

Energy Infrastructure Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Note: This is a hybrid position based in Chicago, Illinois, with in-office and remote flexibility. Employees are required to be in the office at least three days per week: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

EIP does not offer visa sponsorship for this position.