Large Commercial Program Manager

Locations

MPLS
CEE - Minneapolis
212 N 3rd Ave STE 560
Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA

• Hybrid
• Large Comm'l and Ind'l
• Full-Time
• Requisition # LARGE
  001341

Location

Hybrid – 2-3 days/week in our Minneapolis office, on site

We are looking for a resourceful and relationship-driven Large Commercial Program Manager to lead our Large Commercial Buildings team, which provides commercial building owners and operators with technical energy assessments and support to identify cost-effective energy efficiency and electrification opportunities. This position combines day-to-day program management and process ownership with strategic responsibility for utility and stakeholder relationships, and for identifying new business opportunities that grow the impact of CEE's engineering team.

CEE's Large Commercial Buildings team pairs building owners and facility staff with CEE engineers to identify and review energy and cost savings opportunities across HVAC, lighting, controls, envelope, and operations, and then provides the roadmap and support needed to implement carbon and energy savings projects, helping commercial buildings reduce energy use and meet local, state, and utility energy goals. This role will report to the Senior Director of Commercial Programs.

Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) is a clean energy nonprofit with offices in North Loop of Minneapolis and Roseville, MN. We provide practical energy solutions for homes, businesses, and communities to cut energy waste and harmful emissions. We collaborate regularly with field peers and partners, and we employ curious people who enjoy learning and contributing to the Midwest’s quality of life and economy.

Recognized as one of Minnesota's top 200 workplaces by the Star Tribune, CEE is known for its open communication, respect for diverse perspectives, and commitment to work-life balance.

• Insurance Coverage Options
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  To ensure you and your family are well protected, we have got you covered with Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Saving Account, and Flexible Spending Accounts. Please see our 2026 Benefit Summary .
• Impact: We want to make the world a better and more energy efficient place. Our work and the decisions we make are rooted in this foundational desire.
• Future Planning: To help you secure your financial future, benefit from our retirement saving program. Reach your goal sooner with our immediate vesting and company contribution.
• Work/Life Balance: We recognize the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and are dedicated to supporting our team members in various aspects of their lives. Our benefits include generous Paid Time Off (PTO), paid parental leave, and salary continuation for major medical events, ensuring that you have the support you need during significant life moments and personal challenges.
• Holidays: Our company provides nine paid holidays each year, offering you ample time to observe important occasions and enjoy personal time.
• Growth: We want everyone to grow and learn within their roles. We offer professional development opportunities and education assistance.
• Championing DEI: Our committed DEI Committee promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment by establishing clear goals and assessing progress throughout the organization.

• Own end-to-end delivery of the Building Assessment program (the hallmark program of the Large Commercial Building team) by:
• Ensuring assessments are scheduled, delivered, and reported on time and to a consistently high standard of quality
• Owning the program's processes and workflows, from building recruitment and intake through assessment delivery, reporting, and follow-up, and driving continuous process improvement based on data, staff input, and customer feedback
• Developing and maintaining program documentation, standard operating procedures, and quality assurance protocols for assessment delivery and reporting
• Tracking and analyzing program performance data (e.g., participation, savings, timelines) using internal tracking/CRM systems, and using findings to inform…