Head of Section- DTE Energy

Local Unit & Position Description

DNV – Energy Systems Energy Management group is seeking a Head of Section to join our DTE Energy team to lead the programs DNV implements for DTE Energy. The ideal candidate for this position will be an experienced leader in energy efficiency programs.

This position will be based in our DNV office in Detroit, Michigan.

What You’ll Do

• Work closely with utility clients to roll out and execute energy programs for commercial and industrial utility customersHire, train, and supervise administrative, engineering, and outreach/marketing staff to meet energy savings goals within budget
• Manage a group of sub-contractors based on defined scopes and expectations
• Develop and implement an operations strategy that will meet utility-defined performance, financial, and energy efficiency savings goals
• Monitor program results, including energy savings and quality assurance, and develop recommendations to improve the program under ISO 9001 standards continuously
• Presentations to a variety of stakeholders, including utility customers, trade allies, and utility management, on program status and/or energy-efficient technologies and utility incentives for these technologies
• Preparation of written reports to utility client
• The ability to find innovative ways to resolve problems

Position Qualifications

What is Required

• Bachelor’s Degree: business, engineering, or technical discipline preferred
• Minimum of 4 years of operational, staff management, or project management experience in a technical environment, preferably in a regulated industry (government and/or utility)
• Solid understanding of Lead Management (CRM) tools and processes
• Knowledge of operational process workflows and management through operational metrics
• Intermediate Excel skills including, pivot tables, simple lookups, and graphing
• Intermediate MS Word skills, including working with document templates
• Intermediate MS PowerPoint skills
• Ability to work positively with a wide range of individuals involved in program management
• Demonstrated success in delivering complex programs within budget
• Willingness and ability to travel, up to 10% of the time
• Strong communication skills as demonstrated by experience with presentations, papers, or other public forums; strong report-writing skills
• We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening

What is Preferred

• An energy efficiency background with a solid knowledge of energy-efficient technologies and practices is strongly preferred
• Technical Competencies
  • Knowledge of commercial HVAC, commercial kitchen, and various lighting technologies
• General Competencies
  • Provide leadership through setting goals, delegating to utilize employee strength, coaching, and fostering teamwork.
  • Ensure field staff meets program, quality, and services standards, implementing training plans or other measures to ensure that staff is equipped to deliver expected results to our customers.
  • Communicate with impact, authenticity, and empathy
  • Proactive in customer follow-up and communications
  • Entrepreneurial, sales professional – self-starter and strong time management skills
  • Able to work under tight deadlines
  • Provide logistical support for marketing/sales meetings and events
  • Provide resources and support for Trade Allies, contractors, and customers
  • Explain technical information to non-technical audiences

**Immigration-related employment benefits, for example, visa sponsorship, are not available for this position**How We Do It We Care, We Dare, We Share Our mission is to safeguard life, property, and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and want you to bring your whole self to work each day.Read more here:

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https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf What We Offer

• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
• Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
• Spending accounts – FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
• Special programs – Employee Assistance Program, ID theft protection, and accident and critical illness options for you and your family
• Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace
• 401(k) with company match
• The company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
• Tuition assistance
• Consumer discounts and rewards
• Flexible work schedule with hybrid/remote opportunities
• Advancement opportunities

**Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**

Company & Business Area Description

DNV is the independent expert in assurance and risk management, operating in more than 100 countries. Through our broad experience and deep expertise, we advance safety and sustainable performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions.

We provide assurance to the entire energy value chain through our advisory, monitoring, verification, and certification services. As the world's leading resource of independent energy experts and technical advisors, we help industries and governments navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions globally and regionally in the energy industry. We are committed to realizing the goals of the Paris Agreement and supporting all stakeholders to transition faster to a deeply decarbonized energy system.