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Egis Group lists this Program Manager, Home Energy Rebates Programs opportunity in columbus, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Program ManagerThe Program Manager will lead day-to-day delivery of the state's Home Efficiency Rebates (HOMES) and Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEEHR) programs on behalf of Egis, the third-party administrator engaged by the Ohio Office of Community Development to stand up and operate the programs. This role owns execution against the firm's scope of work (SOW) and contract deliverables to the state — including contractor network management, applicant processing, rebate disbursement operations, subcontractor/vendor oversight, and client reporting. The Program Manager is the firm's primary operational point of contact with the State Energy Office's program staff and is accountable for hitting contracted performance metrics, deliverable deadlines, and budget/staffing plans.This is a client-facing delivery role on a fixed-scope, federally funded implementation contract. Performance directly affects the firm's contract standing, renewal prospects, and reputation with the state client.The Impact You'll MakeContract & Deliverable ManagementManage execution of the firm's SOW with the State Energy Office, ensuring all contracted deliverables (systems, reporting, disbursement milestones, network build-out targets) are met on time and on budgetTrack performance against contract KPIs and service-level agreements (SLAs); escalate risks to deliverable dates or budget to the Project DirectorSupport contract administration activities: invoicing support, deliverable sign-off documentation, scope change requests, and amendment trackingMaintain the program's risk and issues log and drive resolution or escalation per the firm's internal governance processProgram Operations & DeliveryOversee day-to-day operations of HOMES and HEEHR: application intake, eligibility review, rebate calculation, and disbursement processing via the program's portal/platformManage the measured vs. modeled savings pathway operations for HOMES per DOE and state program guidanceEnsure correct administration of income-qualified vs. non-income-qualified rebate tiersOwn the operational SOPs and workflow documentation used by the delivery team, and keep them current with evolving DOE guidanceClient Relationship ManagementServe as the firm's primary day-to-day liaison to the State Energy Office's program manager/contract officerLead or support regular status meetings, steering committee updates, and ad hoc client requestsManage client expectations proactively — surface issues early, propose solutions before they're asked forSupport the firm's account/relationship leadership in renewal, scope expansion, or follow-on procurement conversationsSubcontractor & Vendor Network ManagementBuild, manage, and quality-control the qualified contractor network delivering home energy upgrades under the programManage any subcontracted implementation partners (call center, marketing, QA/inspection firms, software vendors) engaged by the firm to support deliveryOversee contractor/vendor payment workflows, dispute resolution, and performance management, in line with both firm policy and state/DOE requirementsCompliance & ReportingEnsure program operations comply with DOE award terms and conditions (as flowed down through the state's contract with the firm) and applicable 2 CFR 200 requirementsPrepare client-facing and DOE-facing reporting packages (performance metrics, financial/spend tracking, participation and equity metrics) per the contract's reporting scheduleSupport the firm's response to state monitoring visits, DOE reviews, or audits of contracted activitiesTrack program metrics (households served, savings achieved, income-qualified participation, contractor network size) against both contract targets and DOE program goalsFinancial & Budget ManagementManage the program's operating budget within the firm's contract, including staffing costs, subcontractor spend, and pass-through rebate disbursement trackingMonitor rebate disbursement pacing against the state's DOE spend-down timeline and flag pacing risk to the client and internal leadershipSupport internal firm financial reporting (utilization, margin, burn rate against contract value)Team LeadershipSupervise the on-program delivery team (may include intake staff, QA/field staff, data/reporting analysts, customer service staff)Recruit, onboard, and manage performance of program staff in coordination with firm HRDevelop staff training on program requirements, systems, and client expectationsWhat do we need from youThe Expertise You'll BringBachelor's degree in public administration, business, engineering, energy policy, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)Minimum 5–7 years of program/project management experience, including experience delivering services under a client contract (government contracting, consulting, or professional services environment)Experience operating within federally funded program requirements (2 CFR 200 or equivalent flow-down compliance)Experience managing multi-stakeholder delivery involving subcontractors, vendors, or field-based contractor networksStrong client management skills — comfortable representing a firm's delivery performance directly to a government clientBudget and financial tracking experience, including contract-based cost/margin managementExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience producing client-ready reporting and presentationsRegular travel to state client offices and program/contractor sites within OhioOccasional evening/weekend availability for public meetings, outreach events, or deliverable deadlinesSalary range $125-200,000 based on experience and capabilitiesPreferred QualificationsDirect experience with DOE Home Energy Rebate programs (HOMES/HEEHR), Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), or utility-administered energy efficiency programsPrior experience at a program implementor, consulting firm, or third-party administrator delivering government-funded housing programsFamiliarity with federally funded housing programs, residential energy efficiency measures, home electrification technologies, and/or building performance standards (BPI, RESNET, or similar)Experience with income-qualification systems and equity-focused program designExperience supporting contract renewals, scope changes, or follow-on business development with a government clientWhat's in it for you?Opportunity to participate in a full range of employee benefits including, health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance beginning the first day of the month following the first 30 days of continuous employment.401(k) plan beginning the first day of the month following 90 days of continuous employment with 4% company match.Gracious Paid Time Off (PTO) package with increased accrual rates with tenure, along with 9 paid holidays.Competitive wages and potential bonus opportunities offered.Flexible schedules and potential hybrid schedules offered.Paid parental leave offered beginning the first day of the month following the first 30 days of continuous employment.Educational assistance / Tuition Reimbursement.Why You'll Thrive at EgisAt Egis, you'll do more than build your career—you'll help shape the future of infrastructure. As we continue to expand across the United States, we're looking for curious, collaborative professionals who are passionate about solving complex challenges and delivering projects that improve communities and create lasting impact. Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside industry-leading experts, collaborate across disciplines and borders, and contribute to projects that transform the way people live, move, and connect. Here, you'll be empowered to take on meaningful work, develop new skills, and grow your career with the support of a global engineering leader.An affirmative action participant EOE M/F/D/V/SO
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columbus, OH, 43215, US
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