Click on the following names for the resumes of some of the GW students involved in studies dealing with energy and the environment. More will be posted as they become available. Interested GW students may send their resumes to us for posting.

Bouchra Belfqih

Antoinette_Nyomba

Khaled Zahran

Jason D. Feldman

Gantulga Bold

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Jobs

Employer: Geavista Group, Inc.

Business Unit: Energy Efficiency

Job Title: Consultant, Energy Efficiency

Reporting to: Manager

Position Summary:We are currently seeking an outstanding individual to assist with implementing utility sponsored energy efficiency programs. This individual will provide technical assistance during the design and implementation of client initiatives to increase the market penetration of energy-efficient and renewable energy technologies. In the future, this individual may contribute to the development and execution of green business strategies for corporations.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide exemplary customer support and service.
• Conduct engineering analysis to identify viable energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies that can achieve clients’ goals.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of energy efficiency market transformation programs.
• Provide technical assistance to customers on the most cost-effective upgrades to reduce energy use.
• Evaluate potential energy savings and cost-effectiveness of client initiatives.
• Effectively communicate technical terms and concepts to non-technical individuals.
• Serve as technical knowledge base to explain complex energy issues to program teams as well as external parties.
• Provide technical assistance and recommendations to program implementation teams.
• Use project management principals to deliver high-quality products and services to clients.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key electric utilities, partners, market allies, and service providers.

Key Qualifications:
• Master’s degree preferred in resource economics, electrical or mechanical engineering, or building science.
• Or, Bachelors and CEM or LEED accreditation; or, ability and strong interest to obtain.
• 3 – 5 years related experience.
• Analytical skills specifically in energy efficiency, energy modeling, and building science principles.
• Entrepreneurial drive and strong interest in energy efficiency and sustainability.
• Program management including budgeting, workflow management, and quality improvement.
• Experience with energy efficiency technology and programs.

We offer an excellent benefits package and competitive salary. Qualified and eligible individuals interested in applying for this position may forward a cover letter and resume (including salary requirements) to Human Resources by email no later than February 28, 2009. Email to administrator@geavistagroup.com – NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

 

Employer: Geavista Group, Inc.

Business Unit: Energy Efficiency

Job Title: Director of Energy Efficiency

Reporting to: President

Position Summary:We are currently seeking an outstanding individual to take a leadership role in expanding our energy efficiency line of business. This individual will oversee multiple client accounts while contributing to the development and execution of strategies to secure new business and position the company as a leader in energy efficiency market.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide exemplary customer support and consulting services.
• Design energy efficiency, Demand Side Management, and market transformation programs for utilities and government agencies.
• Calculate potential energy savings and cost-effectiveness of client initiatives.
• Effectively manage interdisciplinary teams working on multiple client engagements to achieve annual energy efficiency and carbon emissions reduction goals.
• Use project management principals to deliver high-quality products, actively monitor progress, and achieve outstanding performance and results.
• Provide coaching to staff on the principals of energy efficiency program design, implementation, and evaluation.
• Establish and maintain relationships with utilities, government agencies, market allies, and service providers.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify emerging markets and develop marketing strategies to secure new business.
• Manage lead capture and proposal development process (including creating budgets and calculating cost-effectiveness).
• Achieve annual P/L targets for energy efficiency line of business.

Key Qualifications:
• Master’s degree preferred in business administration, engineering management, marketing, or resource economics.
• Or, Bachelor’s degree with CEM or LEED accreditation.
• At least 10 years related experience.
• Entrepreneurial drive and strong interest in energy efficiency and sustainability.
• Program management including budgeting, workflow management, performance management, and quality improvement.
• Proven ability to provide leadership and contribute to the growth of a company.
• Experience in energy efficiency technologies and implementing successful energy efficiency programs in the commercial and residential market sectors.

We offer an excellent benefits package and competitive salary. Qualified and eligible individuals interested in applying for this position may forward a cover letter and resume (including salary requirements) to Human Resources by email no later than February 28, 2009. Email to administrator@geavistagroup.com – NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

 

 

Employer: Geavista Group, Inc.

Business Unit: Energy Efficiency

Job Title: Consultant, Energy Efficiency Marketing Strategy & Communications

Reporting to: Manager

Position Summary: Geavista Group, Inc. combines a full range of traditional business consulting services and innovative environmental strategies to redefine business success. The outcome is customized solutions for our clients that deliver verifiable business results with enduring environmental benefits.

We are currently seeking outstanding individuals to manage energy efficiency programs and support the growth of our green business services. This individual will immediately provide strategic direction and oversight to client initiatives to increase the market penetration of energy-efficient and renewable energy technologies. In the future, the individual may contribute to the development and execution of green business strategies and social marketing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide exemplary customer support and service.
• Conduct market research to identify viable energy efficiency initiatives.
• Develop integrated marketing, new product launch, and emerging marketing strategies to accelerate the market penetration of energy-efficient or renewable energy technologies.
• Use project management principals to deliver high-quality products and services to clients.
• Meet or exceed clients’ annual energy efficiency and carbon reduction goals.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key electric utilities, stakeholders, market allies, and service providers.
• Manage contracts and budgets to cost-effectively achieve clients’ goals.
• Prepare program status reports to accurately monitor progress towards clients’ goals and report annual achievements.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of company’s marketing strategies.

Key Qualifications:
• Masters preferred in business management, marketing management, or environmental science.
• Or, Bachelor’s degree in same with LEED accreditation.
• 3 – 5 years related experience.
• Entrepreneurial drive and strong interest in energy efficiency and sustainability.
• Analytical skills specifically in marketing analysis and evaluation.
• Program management including planning, budgeting, workflow management, and quality improvement.
• Experience in voluntary programs or new product launch marketing strategies. Direct experience in energy efficiency and market transformation programs preferred.

We offer an excellent benefits package and competitive salary. Qualified and eligible individuals interested in applying for this position may forward a cover letter and resume (including salary requirements) to Human Resources by email no later than February 28, 2009. Email to administrator@geavistagroup.com – NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

POSITION: Greenhouse Gas Services Position

EMPLOYER: Aerotek Inc. Environmental and Engineering Division

DESCRIPTION: The position is for a manager of 6-8 people who would be doing most of the corporate audits for the company's clients. Your role would be to supervise this work as well as manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets. Another part of this position would get you involved in the marketing/business development for the company's climate change and sustainability services. This is a permanent position and offers a lucrative salary and great benefits.

Contact: Adam Kessler

Aerotek Inc.
Work: 847-221-1663
Fax: 847-303-2370
E-mail: akessler@aerotek.com

 

The Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Environment, Safety and Occupational Health is looking for graduate level interns interested in gaining experience in the following areas:

Environmental Policy Development
Environmental Strategy
Sustainability Planning and Policy Development

This internship will provide direct interaction with senior executives
and hands-on experience with the items above. The Army will seek to compensate interns based on 20 hours per week.

Contact:

Leslie Gillespie-Marthaler
Assistant for Sustainability
Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army
Environment, Safety and Occupational Health (DASA-ESOH)
Leslie.Walrath@hqda.army.mil

 

Employer: The George Washington University

Job Title: Director, Office of Sustainability

 

I. POSITION INFORMATION

Internal Applicants Only? No
Position Type: Senior Management
Posting Number: 0600855
Working Title: Director, Office of Sustainability
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Work Schedule:
Total Hours Per Week: 40
Pay Grade: 0
Recruitment Salary/Range: Commensurate with experience
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Required Licenses/Certifications and other Specific Requirements: This position requires a background, credit, educational and criminal verification check.
If other was selected above, or there are special requirements, please explain.
Job Open Date: 10-21-2008
Job Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Applicant Review Will Commence On: 10-21-2008

II. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom
Division: Executive Vice President and Treasurer (EVPT)
College/School: Not Applicable
Department: EVPT Executive Vice President and Treasurer's Office
III. JOB VACANCY ANOUNCEMENT INFORMATION
Job Summary: Background -- Sustainability at The George Washington University

President Steven Knapp of The George Washington University created the presidential task force on environmental sustainability and charged the group of students, faculty, and staff to develop recommendations to enhance GW's academic initiatives in the areas of environmental stewardship and climate change, as well as examining and recommending improvements in relevant University policies. "GW is committed to operating, in all its programs and activities, in ways that express its responsibilities as a pre-eminent institutional citizen of the nation's capital."

On June 1, 2008, the task force presented its Final Report including the Primary Recommendation: "Establish a new office with the leadership, funding and clout to influence university decisions and coordinate with both the faculty and administrative staff tasked to implement sustainability initiatives. This office will provide a central and visible focal point to ensure the university delivers on its potential to be a sustainability leader."
For more information visit:
http://sustainability.gwu.edu/index.html
http://sustainability.gwu.edu/pdf/taskforcereportandrecommendations.pdf
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus five years of relevant experience. Degree requirements may be substituted for a combination of education, training and experience.
Desired Qualifications: Advanced degree.

Experience in senior-level supervisory leadership.

Substantial knowledge, experience and understanding of environmental sustainability.

Demonstrated successful experience in organizations preparing business plans, managing staff and managing operating budgets.

Experience with capital allocations.

Outstanding communications and presentation skills.
Working Conditions: The incumbent generally performs job duties in a normal business office environment. This involves working while sitting at a desk for extended periods of time. The job also includes significant event planning and execution, which requires a significant level of physical activity, including standing, walking, and occasionally lifting office supply items that may weigh up to 20 pounds. Additionally, the incumbent may be required to attend meetings in other offices, or deliver and/or retrieve information from other offices around campus.

The ability to operate basic office equipment such as personal computers, duplicating machines, fax machines and standard office telephones may also be required.
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Job Duties
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Function:
Designs The George Washington University Office of Sustainability. Takes charge of shaping the concepts and processes needed to develop an effective sustainability office at The George Washington University. Creates the organizational capacity to evaluate opportunities and make choices, so that resources are used wisely and results can be observed, measured and evaluated. Hires and manages the requisite staff and student interns.
Formulates a program to focus on the greening of all three campuses of The George Washington University
Creates an office that welcomes input, stimulates new ideas and debate, and engages the community. Seeks assistance and participation by all members of the extended The George Washington University community. Engages with various GWU personnel so that a collective effort can be better coordinated to enjoy the GWU's institutional potential.

In collaboration with the stakeholders, provides leadership and seeks innovative opportunities for GWU to further its goal of sustainability leadership.

Serves as the key person within GWU community to collaboratively unite others and motivate them to embrace the University's sustainability goals.

Serves as a the communication link among different departments and offices.

Acts as a primary source of ideas and counsel to others who wish to contribute.

Works with the stakeholders, in identifying opportunities for improvement.
Serves as the sustainability voice of GWU to students, alumni, faculty and staff. Represents GWU's sustainability effort. Speaks on behalf of the university on matters related to sustainability and serves as a source of information to others regarding the University's efforts regarding sustainability. Represents GUW in public forums and conferences.
Develops a plan to jump-start GWU's short term efforts and lays the foundation to support GWU's long-term commitment to sustainability leadership as a major institutional goal. Implements a program that is geared toward near term results as well as long-term flexibility, evolution and growth.
Performs other work related duties as assigned.

 

Employer: D&R International, LTD

Job Title: Project Associate

Location: Silver Spring, MD

 

Energy/Environmental consulting firm seeks a Project Associate to provide management support services to our Federal clients in the energy efficiency industry. Responsibilities include a range of account management, market analysis, and management support duties with an emphasis on technical data. Demonstrated knowledge of advanced lighting technologies is preferred. Requires ability to multitask, build and manage relationships with partners, utilize problem solving skills, excellent attention to detail and organization, and aptitude for data management and technical information.

Ideal candidate is a personable self-starter, driven to achieve excellence, able to work independently and collaborate in teams, with a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively. The successful candidate will have experience or demonstrated aptitude to understand technical aspects of energy efficient products, specifically commercial and residential lighting. Bachelor's degree required with 1-2 years of work experience preferred. MS Excel and Access skills required. Salary commensurate with experience. We offer great benefits, opportunity for growth, competitive salary, and a relaxed work environment.

Send cover letter, salary requirements and resume to jobs@drintl.com. EOE.