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Energy Program Manager

Cherokee Federal

Japan
Full-time
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Job description

Cherokee Federal is hiring a Energy Program Manager — a full-time, based in Japan role. Apply directly on Cherokee Federal's careers page below.

Energy Program Manager

Location: Japan

Energy Program Manager

 

The Energy Program Manager will provide project planning, energy program management and energy systems expertise to identify and oversee energy improvement projects and quantify energy savings/performance. Energy Program Manager will be involved in a wide variety of projects including Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPC), HVAC, natural gas plant operations, solar energy farm, among many diverse facilities.

 

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Energy Program Manager: Pay commensurate with experience.

 

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

 

Energy Program Manager Responsibilities Include: 

  • Works with government personnel and data systems to identify, propose, and plan for energy savings projects. These may include improvements to existing facilities, operational changes, or new facilities/equipment. 
  • Reviews technical plans and designs developed by others to identify energy impacts, and propose solutions. 
  • Collects, analyzes and prepares a strategic investment program for Misawa AB and its GSUs conforming to both Air Force and Office of Energy Management (OEM) policies and procedures.
  • Collects, documents, and analyzes the consumption and cost data from both private and public generated power and utilities. 
  • Develops a database, trend analysis, decision briefs and executive reports utilizing industry expertise for energy conservation and resiliency projects and measures. 
  • Conducts energy audits IAW DOD, Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP), EISA 432 (2007) Air Force policies and guidelines. 
  • Facilitates and provides data requested for all DOD energy data calls. 
  • Analyzes energy data and trends, identify energy conservation and resiliency opportunities and complete all inputs, documentation and advocacy utilizing Air Force systems for Building Life Cycle Cost (BLCC) analysis and submission of annual Program Objective Memorandum (POM). 
  • Develops training and training aids to the US and Japanese Government personnel for efficient implementation of the aforementioned deliverables
  • Performs technical analysis to support strategic decision making, technology evaluation, innovative technology assessment, or other expert analysis of non-routine enterprise-wide programmatic or technical issues.
  • Performs other job-related duties.

 

Energy Program Manager Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field; advanced degree or certification is a plus
  • 15 years of relevant experience
  • At least 5 years of experience directly related DOD energy production/management experience. 
  • Experience working with US military/DoD facilities in Japan. 
  • Experience with power generating systems is a plus (e.g., solar farm, gas plant, generators).
  • Analytical skills relevant to analyzing energy performance and cost savings.
  • Familiarity with engineering and facility plans and documents.
  • Project management of complex, interconnected US facilities.
  • Demonstrated record of accomplishment of working across disciplines such as contracting, engineering, finance, contractors, and stakeholders to proactively manage project cost, schedule, and quality.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Air Force NACI/SF85 for unescorted access to on-base facilities and access to government computer systems.
  • Excellent English communication and computer skills. 
  • Knowledge of Air Force Corporate Facility Standards (AFCFS), United Facilities Criteria (UFC), United Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS), and Air Force Instructions (AFIs), SMS BUILDER Database, PACES, TRIRIGA, Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP), EISA 432 (2007) Air Force policies and guidelines.
  • Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

 

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Government Solutions (CNGS) provides support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers. The company takes a personalized approach to solving our clients' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills. CNGS is part of Cherokee Federal – a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com.

 

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Similar Job Titles: 

Energy Project Manager

Energy Efficiency Program Manager

Renewable Energy Program Manager

Sustainability Program Manager

Energy Conservation Program Manager

 

Keywords:

Energy management

Program development

Renewable energy

Efficiency improvement

Stakeholder engagement

 

Legal Disclaimer: Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, Accommodation request, and Presidential EO 14042 Notice.

Short Description Energy Program Manager The Energy Program Manager will provide project planning, energy program management and energy systems expertise to identify and oversee energy improvement projects and quantify energy savings/performance. Energy Program Manager will be involved in a wide variety of projects including Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPC), HVAC, natural gas plant operations, solar energy farm, among many diverse facilities.

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