Commercial and Industrial Energy Advisor

Description

Leidos seeks a Large Commercial and Industrial Energy Advisor to market and support energy‑efficiency projects as part of the Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency business program. This position offers a unique career opportunity for a dynamic individual with excellent outreach, industrial sales, communication, and organizational skills to influence leading‑edge energy‑efficiency projects within a creative team environment.

We are looking for an opportunity to make an impact! At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.

Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Location:

Fully remote. Candidates living within 60 miles of the Ameren Illinois service territory (roughly the southern two‑thirds of Illinois) are strongly preferred.
Travel:
Up to 40‑60% travel, typically day trips (2‑3 days per week). Occasional overnight travel (4‑5 times per year) for conferences/seminars.

• Directly engage, market, and coordinate program energy‑efficiency services to large industrial and commercial (C&I) customers, including manufacturers, warehouses, campuses, and other facilities.
• Manage this existing market segment for Ameren Illinois, with energy savings responsibility as the primary focus.
• Work on a range of projects from screening applications to fostering industry relations, executing programs, delivering presentations, and participating in promotional events.
• Perform sector market analysis and provide input for developing or modifying programs to meet changing market needs.
• Coordinate and educate customers, and provide training for internal and external clients on energy‑related opportunities.
• Work closely with commercial and industrial customers, contractors, suppliers, and engineers to encourage energy‑efficiency practices in both existing and new facilities.
• The Energy Advisor will report to the Field Energy Advisor Manager.

• Work directly with building owners, architects, and engineers to understand energy conservation and decarbonization goals.
• Manage a high‑volume portfolio of projects at various stages of the consulting process.
• Perform energy simulation analyses and deliver model results efficiently.
• Prepare detailed reports on energy modeling, decarbonization results, and design recommendations.
• Communicate energy conservation measures to both technical and non‑technical team members to support informed design decisions.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure high‑quality results and deliverables.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Building Science, or a closely related field plus 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Commercial and Industrial experience in maintenance, project management, energy programs, utility account representation, budget cycles, and key account management.
• Building Knowledge:
  Familiarity with building design, construction processes, and/or building operations.
• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proven ability to interpret complex information and provide strategic recommendations, identifying benefits, consequences, and impacts of different system options.
• Software Proficiency:
  Familiarity with tools such as MS Excel to manipulate model inputs and summarize results.
• Project Management:
  Ability to manage a high volume of projects in a relatively short time frame.
• Energy Efficiency Programs:
  Familiarity with utility-sponsored energy‑efficiency programs, especially those targeting commercial and industrial customers.
• Demonstrated initiative in building relationships with customers, vendors, and industry organizations to stay current on operational trends, energy‑efficiency technologies, and demand‑side management regulations.
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented team player with strong communication skills, high accuracy and productivity standards, and a commitment to continuous…