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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Associate, Energy Efficiency, Electrification, and Demand Management - Buildings Program (California or Northeastern U.S.) - **Company:** Rocky Mountain Institute - **Location:** Denver, CO, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $173,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Big Data, Python (Programming Language), Raw Data, Data Analytics, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/59773799-senior-associate-energy-efficiency-electrification-and-demand-management-buildings-program-california-or-northeastern-u-s ## About the Role * 4+ years of relevant professional experience in a field related to the built environment - building energy systems, building science, architecture, engineering, behind-the-meter renewable energy and demand management, or a similar technical buildings field. * Strong research, modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills, including working with large data sets. * Ability to translate raw data and complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Experience managing projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities. * Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams. * Comfort working with ambiguity. * Commitment to advancing equitable and market-based climate solutions., * Professional experience with building energy simulation platforms and/or related coding languages, eg. EnergyPlus and Python. * Field experience evaluating, designing, and/or commissioning building energy systems (HVAC, solar and storage, etc.). * Exposure to other professions impacting the built environment, e.g. real estate finance, public policy, construction management, etc. * Experience with group facilitation and workshop design. ## Description Are you passionate about advancing building decarbonization? Do you enjoy analyzing complex issues, building relationships with diverse stakeholders, and translating technical information into actionable recommendations? Are you motivated by creating real-world impact through policy and market transformation? If so, RMI invites you to join our growing Buildings team., RMI is seeking a Senior Associate to advance building decarbonization across the United States with a primary focus in California and the Northeast. The Senior Associate will contribute to the development and implementation of solutions that accelerate the transition to clean, efficient, and all-electric buildings. This role combines data analysis, stakeholder engagement, project management, and strategic problem-solving. The Senior Associate will lead discrete workstreams within larger initiatives, manage relationships with external partners, conduct research and analysis, and develop written products that inform the industry. Successful candidates will be comfortable navigating complex projects, managing multiple priorities, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to drive meaningful market and policy change. Core Responsibilities * Locate, manage, and analyze data using creative approaches that shed new light on problems and solutions. * Present quantitative information in a clear and concise visual format. * Synthesize insights and recommendations into compelling presentations and thought leadership (i.e. reports, insight briefs, and blogs) * Engage with external experts via phone interviews, conferences, and project collaboration. * Design and create quantitative models to address key questions and challenges posed by research goals and clients. * Coach staff on specific areas of expertise, e.g. building energy modeling. * Structure and manage the work of more junior team members. * Provide topical expertise for conference presentations, workshops, media engagements, and donor conversations. Research and Analysis * Conduct research and analysis on energy efficiency, demand flexibility, building electrification, and decarbonization strategies. * Develop recommendations supported by quantitative and qualitative analysis. * Synthesize complex technical information into clear findings and actionable recommendations. * Contribute to reports, policy briefs, regulatory comments, presentations, and other external-facing products aimed at influencing key decision-makers in the buildings sector. Project Management * Lead discrete projects or portions of projects from design through execution. * Support and/or lead project management tasks: Develop workplans, manage timelines, coordinate contributors, and ensure high-quality deliverables. * Support project budgeting, reporting, and partner communications. * Track project milestones and help ensure alignment with program objectives. Stakeholder Engagement * Build and maintain relationships with industry representatives, and other partners. * Participate in stakeholder meetings, workshops, working groups, and conferences. * Represent RMI in external meetings and public forums. Thought Leadership and Communications * Develop presentations, articles, webinars, and other materials for external audiences. * Present research findings and recommendations to diverse stakeholder groups. * Support media engagement and public communications efforts as appropriate. Strategy Development * Identify emerging opportunities, risks, and trends in the market. * Support program leadership in evaluating and prioritizing strategic opportunities. Business Development and Organizational Contribution * Contribute technical content and analysis for grant proposals and donor reports. * Support development of new project opportunities and partnerships, including RFPs. ## Related Videos - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Data Governance in the Era of AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1622-data-governance-in-the-era-of-ai) - [A Hitchhiker's Guide to Resource Efficient Software](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1414-a-hitchhiker-s-guide-to-resource-efficient-software) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [The Innovation Formula: Fast Prototyping, Data Analysis, and Real User Insights](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1421-the-innovation-formula-fast-prototyping-data-analysis-and-real-user-insights) - [Empowering and Motivating Developers in a Purpose-Driven Team of the Future](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1177-empowering-and-motivating-developers-in-a-purpose-driven-team-of-the-future) ## Related Articles - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [6 Emerging Technologies We’ll Learn About in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/381-6-emerging-technologies-we-ll-learn-about-in-2025) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [What Makes WeAreDevelopers World Congress Different From Every Other Tech Event?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/701-what-makes-wearedevelopers-world-congress-different-from-every-other-tech-event) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence)