What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Analyst -- Focus on Energy / Home Energy Rebate Programs position at APTIM?
Job Overview
APTIM's Energy Transition team is seeking an experienced Program Analyst with excellent communication and organizational skills to work with our Focus on Energy (Focus) Program Administration team. This position is based in Wisconsin and is responsible for providing support to the IRA Home Energy Rebates program management team; the position will report to the Associate Energy Portfolio Manager.
APTIM's work in Wisconsin has centered on administration of Focus on Energy, one of the longest standing energy efficiency and clean energy programs in the country. This award-winning program serves 107 utility territories across the Wisconsin market and supports more than 50,000 energy efficiency projects annually. Coordination with the teams administering and implementing Focus on Energy programs will be essential to create a seamless customer experience.
APTIM's Energy Transition team is a recognized leader in the marketplace. Our technical experts deliver highly innovative projects and complex client solutions providing the full breadth of energy solutions including energy management, carbon management, smart energy infrastructure, distributed energy resources (DER), and carbon-free mobility solutions. Our consultant proactively collaborates with clients to define and implement strategies and campaigns around key business drivers, with the primary focus of finding and delivering high-impact projects exceeding expectations and meeting the unique needs of our commercial and retail clients.
The Program Analyst will provide critical support to the IRA Home Energy Rebate team responsible for the day-to-day operations of Wisconsin's residential and business energy efficiency and renewable energy program portfolios. This role will focus on reviewing and analyzing program data, processing and validating project payments, and assisting with other operational tasks to ensure effective delivery of energy efficiency offerings. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, be expected to embrace a collaborative approach, take ownership of their workspace, and find solutions to challenges as they arise. You will be working with others who are passionate about energy efficiency and making a positive impact on the industry.
Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities
APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and natural world, and creating a more inclusive and equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our communities. We specialize in environmental, resilience, and sustainability and energy solutions, as well as technical and data solutions, program management, and critical infrastructure. For every challenge our clients face, there is an opportunity for APTIM to innovate a fit-for-purpose solution that will raise your organization or community to a new standard of excellence.
What You Can Expect From APTIM
APTIM is committed to providing a benefits package that accomplishes the primary purpose of our programs, which is to protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families.
APTIM's health care and insurance benefits include the following programs: medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, basic life insurance, optional life insurance, spouse life insurance, child life insurance, basic accidental death & dismemberment, optional accidental death and dismemberment, short- and long-term disability with optional buy-ups, employee assistance program, health care spending account, dependent care spending account, health savings account and business travel accident insurance for themselves and their eligible family members, per plan guidelines. Multiple voluntary benefits are available to employees for enrollment including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, etc.
APTIM also provides participation in a retirement program, paid absences such as vacation time (annual days determined by length of service) and sick leave to eligible employees in accordance with the APTIM sick pay policy and as required by law.
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APTIM's Energy Transition team is seeking an experienced Program Analyst with excellent communication and organizational skills to work with our Focus on Energy (Focus) Program Administration team. This position is based in Wisconsin and is responsible for providing support to the IRA Home Energy Rebates program management team; the position will report to the Associate Energy Portfolio Manager.
APTIM's work in Wisconsin has centered on administration of Focus on Energy, one of the longest standing energy efficiency and clean energy programs in the country. This award-winning program serves 107 utility territories across the Wisconsin market and supports more than 50,000 energy efficiency projects annually. Coordination with the teams administering and implementing Focus on Energy programs will be essential to create a seamless customer experience.
APTIM's Energy Transition team is a recognized leader in the marketplace. Our technical experts deliver highly innovative projects and complex client solutions providing the full breadth of energy solutions including energy management, carbon management, smart energy infrastructure, distributed energy resources (DER), and carbon-free mobility solutions. Our consultant proactively collaborates with clients to define and implement strategies and campaigns around key business drivers, with the primary focus of finding and delivering high-impact projects exceeding expectations and meeting the unique needs of our commercial and retail clients.
The Program Analyst will provide critical support to the IRA Home Energy Rebate team responsible for the day-to-day operations of Wisconsin's residential and business energy efficiency and renewable energy program portfolios. This role will focus on reviewing and analyzing program data, processing and validating project payments, and assisting with other operational tasks to ensure effective delivery of energy efficiency offerings. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, be expected to embrace a collaborative approach, take ownership of their workspace, and find solutions to challenges as they arise. You will be working with others who are passionate about energy efficiency and making a positive impact on the industry.
Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities
- Assist IRA Home Energy Rebate team with day-to-day program operations and coordination across internal teams and implementation contractors.
- Review and validate rebate payment requests to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with program guidelines.
- Analyze program data to identify trends, gaps, or opportunities for improvement, and support ongoing performance monitoring.
- Develop and maintain tools (e.g., trackers, dashboards, reports) to support program management and decision making.
- Support quality assurance and quality control activities, including documentation reviews and process improvements.
- Help prepare materials for internal and external reporting, including presentations, program updates, and metric summaries.
- Provide logistical and administrative support for meetings, trainings, and stakeholder engagements.
- Build strong working relationships with program implementer staff to understand their operational needs and communicate those needs and ensure timely and accurate information flow to the Program Manager.
- Develop a strong understanding of Focus on Energy programs and offerings to support effective communication, inform content development, and respond to staff and stakeholder inquiries.
- Commitment to fostering a collaborative work environment within the team and broader organization.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Ensuring compliance with all APTIM quality and safety policies as well as all OSHA regulations.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
- 3-5 years' experience in program coordination, data analysis, or operations support.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication and collaboration skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with data systems or customer relationship management (CRM) tools.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a collaborative team environment.
- Interest in the design, development, and implementation of residential energy efficiency programs.
- Self-starter with the ability to manage time, work independently and prioritize projects within established deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Experience with CRM systems and tracking systems.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software -- Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.
- 2 years' experience with incentive program administration or utility energy efficiency programs.
- Experience working with Power BI or other data visualization tools.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics.
- Understanding of basic energy concepts, technologies, or metrics.
APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and natural world, and creating a more inclusive and equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our communities. We specialize in environmental, resilience, and sustainability and energy solutions, as well as technical and data solutions, program management, and critical infrastructure. For every challenge our clients face, there is an opportunity for APTIM to innovate a fit-for-purpose solution that will raise your organization or community to a new standard of excellence.
What You Can Expect From APTIM
- Work that is worthy of your time and talent
- Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
- Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
- A voice in making our company better
- Investment into your personal and professional development
APTIM is committed to providing a benefits package that accomplishes the primary purpose of our programs, which is to protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families.
APTIM's health care and insurance benefits include the following programs: medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, basic life insurance, optional life insurance, spouse life insurance, child life insurance, basic accidental death & dismemberment, optional accidental death and dismemberment, short- and long-term disability with optional buy-ups, employee assistance program, health care spending account, dependent care spending account, health savings account and business travel accident insurance for themselves and their eligible family members, per plan guidelines. Multiple voluntary benefits are available to employees for enrollment including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, etc.
APTIM also provides participation in a retirement program, paid absences such as vacation time (annual days determined by length of service) and sick leave to eligible employees in accordance with the APTIM sick pay policy and as required by law.
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