Serve as the primary program lead for large-scale sustainability planning and energy projects, representing the organization to educational and municipal leadership, boards, and external partners
Build and maintain strong relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, and external agencies (e.g., state chancellor’s offices, local utilities, city/county sustainability offices)
Lead stakeholder outreach, education, and engagement efforts to ensure buy-in and successful implementation of sustainability initiatives
Oversee the development and execution of sustainability master plans, including policy development, benchmarking, and compliance with state and federal climate action goals
Manage all phases of project delivery for energy efficiency, renewable energy (solar PV, battery storage, microgrids), fleet electrification, water conservation, waste reduction, and sustainable procurement
Coordinate feasibility analyses, financial modeling, procurement support, and reporting for major capital projects
Develop and implement tailored Project Management Plans (PMPs) to ensure transparency, collaboration, and risk mitigation
Direct technical teams and consultants in energy audits, greenhouse gas inventories, and sustainability benchmarking
Guide the integration of sustainability into facilities, operations, curriculum, and procurement practices
Ensure all projects meet applicable education codes, regulations, and best practices for sustainability and energy management; be familiar with DSA regulations
Prepare and present periodic status reports, board presentations, and compliance documentation for state and district climate action and sustainability goals
Lead the preparation and submission of required reports to regulatory bodies and funding agencies
Identify and pursue third-party funding opportunities, grants, and incentives to support sustainability projects and manage in-flight funding programs
Identify and manage innovative financing strategies and mechanisms including green revolving funds to reinvest savings from energy and sustainability projects
Leverage existing contacts and relationships to expand the organization’s sustainability and energy services across the educational and municipal sectors
Identify new opportunities, develop strategic partnerships, and drive growth in sustainability consulting and program management
Act as a key ambassador for the organization’s sustainability practice, promoting its capabilities and successes to potential clients (internal and external) and industry stakeholders
Flexible work location: mix of remote, onsite at a client or in an Accenture office or center
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, public administration, or related field
Minimum 10 years’ experience in program management, sustainability, or energy projects
At least 5 years in the California Community College / K-12 system or similar public sector environment
Demonstrated success leading large-scale sustainability, energy, or decarbonization initiatives in higher education or municipal settings
Deep network and relationships within K-14 educational sector space, municipalities, utilities, and sustainability organizations
Strong knowledge of state and federal climate action policies, sustainability frameworks, and reporting requirements
Experience with stakeholder engagement, board presentations, and multi-disciplinary team leadership
Technical expertise in energy audits, renewable energy, fleet electrification, water/waste management, Greenhouse Gas Accounting, green building principles and sustainable procurement
Be familiar with the latest Division of the State Architect (DSA) regulations
Bonus points: Master\'s degree preferred; California Professional Engineer (PE) license; LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP); Project Management Professional (PMP); other relevant sustainability or energy certifications
Benefits
Flexible: The work location for this role will include a mix of working remotely, onsite at a client or in an Accenture office or center.
Please note that benefits can vary by country and role. Please check with your recruiter for more information.
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