Associate Project Manager

About Us

TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP's 83,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you'll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world's most challenging projects.

At TRC, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level.

TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

TRC is seeking an Associate Project Manager to support our team.

• Facilitate successful completion of energy efficiency projects through multiple stages from beginning to end, including but not limited to scope of work design, project review, construction monitoring, close-out verification, and payment.
• Distribute large‑scale payments (e.g., $100,000+) for multifamily properties owners and contractors.
• Maintain a strong proficiency in program requirements such as eligible measures, program changes, incentive reservation status, and other information of interest to customers.
• Provide professional customer support on a range of items including program requirements, technical assistance, problem‑solving, and prompt project status updates.
• Helping contractors and customers by problem‑solving to overcome barriers affecting project completion.
• Lead and facilitate meetings, including regular check‑ins with contractors.
• Coordinating with other energy advisors to provide project updates from contractors
• Collect, analyze, and maintain project data with a high level of accuracy.
• Maintain project data within a customer relationship management (CRM) database.
• Draft and deliver professional reports to program management and customers.
• Establish and maintain high standards of work, communication, and deliverables.
• Coordinate regularly with program team members, including engineering, outreach, operations and management staff.

• Bachelor's degree in related field and a minimum of five years of relevant experience in California's energy or sustainability sectors, business operations or consulting, construction oversight or related field. Related credentials in energy efficiency or leadership/management are a plus but not required.
• Demonstrated ability to meet client/project goals, manage multiple tasks, and ensure timely and effective project delivery.
• Technical competency:
  • Technical knowledge of/aptitude to learn technical industry concepts including lighting, mechanical, utility systems, building envelope, and energy distribution required.
  • Familiarity with project design and construction processes. Experience with cost estimating, purchasing and closeout is a plus.
  • Strong computer proficiency that ensures day‑to‑day work and meeting attendance can be performed successfully, Experience using MS Office (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and ability to conduct independent computer‑based research is required.
  • Experience using a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system or a similar system to effectively track pipeline/energy audits/project activities.
  • Previous experience with any of the following is highly desirable:
    California utility program implementation, building performance principles, energy efficiency, Title 24, benchmarking, energy or field audits, multifamily properties, low‑income populations, or construction management.
• Interpersonal & leadership skills:
  • An enthusiastic…