2050 Partners, Inc.
Senior Consultant: Decarbonization Projects and Programs
2050 Partners, Inc., Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
2050 Partners is seeking a mission-driven Senior Consultant to join our team in a fully remote role. In this role, you will directly contribute to the execution and management of decarbonization consulting projects that contribute to the development of future GHG-reducing building codes and appliance standards. We are looking for team-members who are passionate about understanding clients' pain points and delivering pragmatic solutions; dedicated to our purpose of shortening the path to carbon neutrality; and enthusiastic about growing with our dynamic consulting firm.
We are seeking a candidate with diverse expertise so that we can align strengths and interests with different projects. Initial assignments will include one or more of the following project areas:State building codes advancement and advocacy (energy and green codes in multiple states)National model building codes advancement and advocacy (ASHRAE 90.1 and IECC)State and national appliance standards and test procedure advancement and advocacyBuilding performance standards - local, state, and nationalLocal reach/stretch codesDecarbonization initiatives and researchElectric vehicle charging infrastructureCalifornia Market Transformation Administrator (CalMTA) program engineering & technical assessmentResponsibilities include:
Be a trusted advisor for our clients by providing pragmatic advice based on defensible data and analysisOversee and contribute to multiple projects including technical research, client engagement, subcontractor management, and external stakeholder engagement including:
Scoping and launching new projectsSupporting primary and secondary researchProcuring test equipment and arranging laboratory testsSupporting laboratory and field investigationsFostering coalition-buildingSupporting legal, regulatory, and policy reviews
Develop and maintain budget forecasts across multiple projectsCoordinate research with efforts from state programs and independent entitiesEnsure high-quality deliverables, including reports and presentationsContribute to business development and proposal writingDesired Qualifications and Competencies:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field(s) is required8+ years relevant experienceConsulting experience and mindset: comfort contributing to complex projects with a problem-solving orientation that prioritizes client needsAbility to learn and apply new skills across interdisciplinary fields, including technology assessments, engineering, economics, statistics, and policyHighest ethical standardsProject management track recordAbility to collaborate well with people at all levels within an organizationGreat initiative, creativity, and curiosity; work well both on your own and as part of teamExcellent communication and presentation skillsStrong attention to detailConfidence, enthusiasm, humility, and discretionWillingness for periodic travelDesire and ability to work remotelyDesired Experience*:
Experience related to national, state, and local building codes (e.g., California Title 24 Part 6, California Title 24 Part 11, ASHRAE 90.1, IECC, local reach/stretch codes, state amended energy codes)Experience related to national and state appliance standards, test procedures, and specifications (e.g., DOE, California Title 20, ENERGYSTAR)Experience related to building performance standardsExperience related to one or more of the following categories: battery storage; building energy modeling; building decarbonization; electric vehicle charging infrastructure; electronics; embodied carbon; emerging technologies programs and projects; energy efficiency incentive programs; equity; demand flexibility and connected loads; fans, motors, and drives; HVAC; industrial end-uses and processes; market transformation programs and projects; refrigerants and refrigeration; renewable energy; resilience; transportation electrification; water heating; water-using equipment and plumbing; white goods appliances.
[*Note: We recognize that no candidates will have expertise in all these areas. Given the variety of our projects, we are seeking candidates with diverse expertise so that we can align experience and expertise with different projects. Please highlight your relevant experience in your resume and cover letter.]
2050 Partners is a professional services consulting firm committed to providing strategy, innovation, execution, andknowledge sharing for our clients and partners. Our core purpose is to shorten the path to carbon neutrality. Our team focuses on energy efficiency, distributed energy resources, water efficiency, clean transportation, building electrification, and broaderdecarbonization strategies.We have broad experience providing strategic and analytical advice relating to energy codes and standards programs, demand-side management incentive programs, emerging technology programs, and policydevelopment. 2050 Partners is a California Benefits Corporation and operates in an environmentally and socially responsible manner. We offer health, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k) retirement plan, and a flexible and fun work environment.
We are seeking a candidate with diverse expertise so that we can align strengths and interests with different projects. Initial assignments will include one or more of the following project areas:State building codes advancement and advocacy (energy and green codes in multiple states)National model building codes advancement and advocacy (ASHRAE 90.1 and IECC)State and national appliance standards and test procedure advancement and advocacyBuilding performance standards - local, state, and nationalLocal reach/stretch codesDecarbonization initiatives and researchElectric vehicle charging infrastructureCalifornia Market Transformation Administrator (CalMTA) program engineering & technical assessmentResponsibilities include:
Be a trusted advisor for our clients by providing pragmatic advice based on defensible data and analysisOversee and contribute to multiple projects including technical research, client engagement, subcontractor management, and external stakeholder engagement including:
Scoping and launching new projectsSupporting primary and secondary researchProcuring test equipment and arranging laboratory testsSupporting laboratory and field investigationsFostering coalition-buildingSupporting legal, regulatory, and policy reviews
Develop and maintain budget forecasts across multiple projectsCoordinate research with efforts from state programs and independent entitiesEnsure high-quality deliverables, including reports and presentationsContribute to business development and proposal writingDesired Qualifications and Competencies:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field(s) is required8+ years relevant experienceConsulting experience and mindset: comfort contributing to complex projects with a problem-solving orientation that prioritizes client needsAbility to learn and apply new skills across interdisciplinary fields, including technology assessments, engineering, economics, statistics, and policyHighest ethical standardsProject management track recordAbility to collaborate well with people at all levels within an organizationGreat initiative, creativity, and curiosity; work well both on your own and as part of teamExcellent communication and presentation skillsStrong attention to detailConfidence, enthusiasm, humility, and discretionWillingness for periodic travelDesire and ability to work remotelyDesired Experience*:
Experience related to national, state, and local building codes (e.g., California Title 24 Part 6, California Title 24 Part 11, ASHRAE 90.1, IECC, local reach/stretch codes, state amended energy codes)Experience related to national and state appliance standards, test procedures, and specifications (e.g., DOE, California Title 20, ENERGYSTAR)Experience related to building performance standardsExperience related to one or more of the following categories: battery storage; building energy modeling; building decarbonization; electric vehicle charging infrastructure; electronics; embodied carbon; emerging technologies programs and projects; energy efficiency incentive programs; equity; demand flexibility and connected loads; fans, motors, and drives; HVAC; industrial end-uses and processes; market transformation programs and projects; refrigerants and refrigeration; renewable energy; resilience; transportation electrification; water heating; water-using equipment and plumbing; white goods appliances.
[*Note: We recognize that no candidates will have expertise in all these areas. Given the variety of our projects, we are seeking candidates with diverse expertise so that we can align experience and expertise with different projects. Please highlight your relevant experience in your resume and cover letter.]
2050 Partners is a professional services consulting firm committed to providing strategy, innovation, execution, andknowledge sharing for our clients and partners. Our core purpose is to shorten the path to carbon neutrality. Our team focuses on energy efficiency, distributed energy resources, water efficiency, clean transportation, building electrification, and broaderdecarbonization strategies.We have broad experience providing strategic and analytical advice relating to energy codes and standards programs, demand-side management incentive programs, emerging technology programs, and policydevelopment. 2050 Partners is a California Benefits Corporation and operates in an environmentally and socially responsible manner. We offer health, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k) retirement plan, and a flexible and fun work environment.