Senior Project Manager - Energy Policy & Markets

North Carolina State University

Commensurate with education and experience

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

1210 Varsity Drive (Show on map)

Mar 23, 2025

Position Information

Posting Number	PG194997TM
Position Number	14AFP2
Position Type	Temporary
Essential Job Duties	The Senior Project Manager - Energy Policy & Markets supports the Managing Director - Policy & Markets in management of the Center's work on the EnergizeNC Solar for All program. The position will also support the Managing Director on oversight of the Policy & Markets team, including the team's work on the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency. This Senior Project Manager's work will include a combination of project management, grant management, policy analysis, partnership and business development, stakeholder engagement, and thought leadership.
Is Time Limited	No
If Yes, Appointment Length

Department Information

Job City & State	Raleigh, NC (some remote)
Department	NC Clean Energy Technology Center

System Information

Classification Title	Temporary-Professional NonFaculty
Working Title	Senior Project Manager - Energy Policy & Markets

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule	M-F 9:00AM - 5:00PM, some remote/flexible
Other Work/Responsibilities	Manage major grant-funded projects, including the Center's work on the EnergizeNC Solar for All program, and ensure compliance with grant requirements Conduct stakeholder engagement and facilitate workshops and meetings Collaborate with the Managing Director - Policy & Markets to develop strategic plans and initiatives for the Policy & Markets Team Support the Managing Director - Policy & Markets on administrative and team management tasks Engage with potential policy research & analysis clients, develop proposed scopes of work, and manage active projects Identify and lead the preparation of proposal responses to federal, state, and foundation funding opportunities Develop and manage partnerships with other organizations Conduct policy research and analysis, staying abreast of recent energy policy developments and trends, and synthesizing findings to produce insights and thought leadership Present on energy policy topics at workshops, conferences, and other meetings, and represent the Center at various working group and stakeholder meetings Oversee policy analyst staff and/or interns
Minimum Experience/Education	Bachelor's degree in a relevant field Five years or more of professional work experience in energy policy or a related field
Department Required Skills	Significant knowledge of clean energy and energy policy Excellent written and oral communication skills, including public speaking skills Experience managing large projects and initiatives Ability to work as a team player and collaborator Excellent analytical and organizational skills, including attention to detail Excellent strategic thinking skills and ability to develop innovative solutions Willingness to travel as needed
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	Seven or more years of professional work experience in energy policy or a related field Advanced degree in energy or environmental policy, public policy, or a related field Experience supervising staff and/or interns Grant writing and business development experience Stakeholder and partner engagement experience
Required License or Certification	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required?	No
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	Commensurate with education and experience

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	03/26/2025

Applicant Information

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https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/216180

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