Project Analyst, ILSFA

Project Analyst, Illinois Solar for All

The Illinois Solar for All Program (ILSFA), directed by the Illinois Power Agency and administered by Elevate, aims to deliver the benefits of solar and the clean energy economy to low‑income and environmental justice communities across Illinois. The Project Analyst, Illinois Solar for All (ILSFA) facilitates the vetting, support, and ongoing performance management of ILSFA Approved Vendors who develop and install qualified solar projects for the program.

The Project Analyst works across internal and external functional teams to manage project applications and approvals, including verification of program requirements and quality assurance for solar photovoltaic installations. This position requires excellent skills for managing time and priorities, complex data, technical solar installation processes, and vendor relationships. The ILSFA Project Analyst may collaborate with other teams and leadership in conducting work related to the ILSFA program.

The Project Analyst reports to the Manager, ILSFA. The position is located in Chicago, Illinois and is currently remote with availability to work during Central Standard Time.

• In collaboration with the Vendor Management Team, provide ongoing, expert, one‑on‑one support to Approved Vendors to ensure ILSFA processes are understood and adhered to and that technical requirements are met.
• Manage day‑to‑day communications with vendors, providing clear, concise, and timely updates and responding to requests for information.
• Ensure ILSFA projects meet ILSFA program requirements, including quality assurance, and coordinate with other entities as needed to verify that projects meet state, local, utility, and technical requirements.
• Review and manage Approved Vendor registration applications and project data, including solar system design, REC delivery, and general Data Analysis, as well as data related to program requirements according to established protocols.
• Leads assigned project tasks and initiatives, driving successful completion within scope, budget, and timeline.
• Conducts advanced data analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Provides expert technical guidance to vendors and colleagues, solving complex problems and proposing innovative solutions.
• Develops and delivers training materials for junior analysts, fostering their technical and project management skills.
• Identifies and mitigates significant project risks, proactively developing and implementing solutions.
• Proposes and leads process improvement initiatives to optimize project efficiency and quality.
• Acts as a subject matter expert within the team, sharing knowledge and best practices.
• Stays current on emerging industry trends and proactively identifies their potential impact on projects.
• In collaboration with the Vendor Management Team, assist in the development of training materials and provide training opportunities to Approved Vendors to further their understanding of the ILSFA Program and improve project review efficiency.
• Support ILSFA Program Management team in the ongoing development and maintenance of ILSFA Approved Vendor Manual, operational protocols, and Standard Operating Procedures to ensure program milestones and deliverables are met.
• Work with internal functions to maintain and update project data and communications relevant to Approved Vendors, including website content, newsletters, and responding to technical assistance requests.
• Find opportunities to gain and maintain expertise in current solar PV technical processes, installation, and equipment.
• Attend and participate in inter‑departmental teams and staff meetings and assist in other departmental and/or organizational activities as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a technical field such as renewable energy and sustainability, finance and economics, or energy engineering required.
• At least four (4+) years of experience in solar site assessment, solar project management, or energy management.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
• Customer service skills and experience preferred.
• NABCEP certification…