Senior Level Energy Project Manager Jobs
Senior level energy project manager jobs place experienced professionals in charge of project strategy, budget accountability, and the engineering or operations teams that deliver complex energy initiatives. Roles are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Construction & Real Estate, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote positions available, and employers like Meta, Sargent & Lundy, and Primoris Services Corporation hiring at this level now.
Find JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 216+ Senior Level Energy Project Manager jobs
Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. We are a trusted, full-service partner to public sector and government entities, K-12 schools, higher education, utilities, and healthcare customers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe.
At Ameresco, we show the way by developing, constructing and operating tailored smart energy efficiency solutions, distributed energy resources, and infrastructure upgrades that drive cost savings, resilience, decarbonization, and innovation. Our comprehensive portfolio is built to address the challenges of today and adapt the future, ensuring long-term sustainability and success for our customers.
Ameresco has an immediate opening for an Energy Engineer/Analyst to join our Performance Engineering team, supporting a diverse multi-site portfolio spanning commercial office, K-12, healthcare, and government facilities. This role blends deep building systems expertise, data analytics fluency, and customer engagement — operating at the intersection of engineering, FDD/MBCx, and M&V.
Ameresco’s Asset Sustainability Group partners with organizations to transform building performance through intelligent analytics, data-driven energy management, and proactive maintenance optimization.
Responsibilities:
- Evaluate potential energy savings and demand reduction opportunities, including operational changes and capital measures.
- Analyze interval (15-min/hourly) utility and sub-meter data to characterize load profiles, identify demand charge drivers, and detect anomalies.
- Execute MBCx workflows including baseline establishment, ongoing performance monitoring, and savings persistence verification; identify and present operational ECMs to facility stakeholders.
- Support the development and implementation of campus metering systems (electricity, gas, steam, chilled water); develop specifications and single-line diagrams; oversee meter commissioning and EMIS/DAS integration.
- Configure, deploy, and manage FDD rule sets within EMIS/analytics platforms; triage and prioritize fault alerts and develop fault impact estimates to support O&M decision-making.
- Measure and verify performance of energy management programs over time.
- Deliver clear technical reports and presentations translating complex analytics into actionable guidance for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Lead project teams to implement MBCx/FDD, EMIS, and other projects.
- Support proposal development, including collaboration with other groups across Ameresco.
- Facilitate continuous process improvement including leveraging AI and ML to streamline workflows and automate tasks
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical engineering, Energy Systems, Computer Science, or related STEM field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in energy engineering, building performance analysis, or related discipline
- Energy and data analysis experience, including:
- Data driven modeling,
- Interval meter data analysis,
- Energy efficiency and demand reduction opportunities for HVAC, cooling and heating plants and distributed energy resources.
- Travel required.
Additional Qualifications:
- CEM, CMVP, or CCP certification;
- Prior customer-facing or consulting experience.
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting, retro-commissioning, or monitoring based commissioning of HVAC systems and central cooling and heating plants.
- Working knowledge of advanced data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Python , R)
- Experience leveraging AI tools effectively and appropriately in an energy engineering context.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; high emotional intelligence; solutions-oriented mindset with ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiar with measurement and verification methods and protocols.
- Working knowledge of BAS/BMS platforms
The position is remote with some travel required.
The anticipated base salary range for this role is $140,000 – $203,400 (presented in good faith). In addition to base pay, employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, and may be eligible for performance incentives, bonuses, commissions, or equity, depending on the role.
Actual pay will depend on factors such as internal equity, skills, experience, education, certifications, and location. This range supports our commitment to pay transparency and compliance with applicable laws. Compensation may vary by work location, including remote arrangements.
We disclose salary ranges and benefits in all required external and internal postings and will provide further details upon request at any stage of the hiring process. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
#LI-SMC
Ameresco challenges the brightest, most talented, and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that fosters initiative and achievement. We are proud of our comprehensive and competitive employee benefits, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans.
All official communications from Ameresco will originate from an @ameresco.com email address. Any correspondence from other domains should be regarded as fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activity to the platform where the issue was encountered. For further inquiries or concerns, please contact us at 1-866-AMERESCO
Ameresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
See All 216+ Senior Level Energy Project Manager Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find JobsSenior Level Energy Project Manager Job Market
Who's Hiring
- Meta18
- Sargent & Lundy10
- Primoris Services Corporation8
- Stantec7
- West Monroe6
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services70
- Technology & Software48
- Construction & Real Estate24
- Energy22
- Manufacturing11
Senior Level Energy Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level energy project manager job?
Employers at this level look for demonstrated ownership of large-scale energy projects, not just participation. Candidates with a history of leading cross-functional teams, managing capital budgets, and delivering projects through full lifecycle execution stand out. Professional credentials such as a PMP or PE license, combined with deep domain knowledge in areas like renewables, grid infrastructure, or oil and gas, give applicants a clear edge.
Which companies hire senior level energy project managers?
Companies hiring senior level energy project managers right now include Meta, Sargent & Lundy, and Primoris Services Corporation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level covers utilities, independent power producers, engineering and construction firms, and energy consultancies managing complex capital programs.
Are there remote senior level energy project manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by project type and employer. About 33% of senior level energy project manager openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with fully remote roles more common in program oversight, planning, and consulting functions than in field-intensive construction or operations roles.
What makes an energy project manager role senior level?
Senior level energy project manager roles are defined by scope, autonomy, and accountability. These positions own project outcomes end to end, often managing multi-million-dollar budgets, leading multidisciplinary teams, and making decisions that affect schedule, cost, and safety. Senior roles also carry an expectation of mentoring junior project managers and contributing to department-wide processes and standards.
Which industries hire the most senior level energy project managers?
Senior level energy project manager roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate large, long-duration capital projects that require experienced leadership to manage risk, coordinate stakeholders, and meet regulatory and financial milestones.