Managing Director, Residential Energy Solutions

Managing Director, Residential Energy Solutions
Location: US Based (Remote) 

Ready to make a difference? 
Join ICF as the Managing Director, Residential Energy Solutions within our Utility Programs and Services Division, where you’ll drive transformative change in the residential sector. This senior-level role focuses on advancing electrification, energy efficiency, flexible load management, and demand response solutions for single-family and multifamily housing, both in new construction and retrofits. You’ll collaborate with utilities, policymakers, and industry partners to design and deliver programs that reduce emissions, optimize energy use, and promote equitable access to clean energy solutions across North America. Be a leader in shaping a sustainable future for residential communities. 

Why you will love working here: 

• Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance 
• Investment in the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities 
• Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan 
• And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!) 

What you will be doing: 

• Lead the development and implementation of residential decarbonization programs, focusing on electrification and the integration of energy efficiency, flexible load, and demand response for new and existing single-family and multifamily housing. 
• Conduct market analyses to identify barriers and opportunities, informing program design and delivery strategies. 
• Collaborate with utilities, developers, and policymakers to align initiatives with regulatory frameworks and goals. 
• Oversee program performance, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery, high-quality outputs, and client satisfaction. 
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including equipment manufacturers, trade associations, and community organizations, to drive innovation and participation. 
• Provide thought leadership through industry conferences, white papers, and client engagements to position ICF as a trusted advisor. 
• Support business development by identifying new opportunities and contributing to high-value proposals. 
• Foster an inclusive team environment, mentoring staff and providing leadership to project and partner teams. 
• Ability to travel up to 20% as needed. 

What we need you to have (minimum qualifications): 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, energy policy, or a related field. 
• 12+ years of experience in energy efficiency, electrification, or demand-side management, with at least 5 years focused on residential building programs. 
• Proven track record in program design, implementation, or management within the energy or housing sector. 
• Strong understanding of residential energy systems, including HVAC, building envelopes, and smart home technologies. 
• Familiarity with non-pipes alternatives (NPA) program designs and implementation. 

What we would like you to have: 

• Master’s degree in a related field. 
• Knowledge of energy codes and standards (e.g., IECC, ASHRAE, ACCA). 
• Familiarity with multifamily housing retrofit challenges and low-income housing programs. 
• Established network within the residential energy or housing decarbonization sector. 
• Prior experience leading diverse teams or managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects. 

Professional Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience using data to drive program outcomes. 
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders. 

 

Working at ICF

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