Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading cleantech integrator and renewable energy asset developer, owner and operator. Our comprehensive portfolio includes energy efficiency, infrastructure upgrades, asset sustainability and renewable energy solutions delivered to clients throughout North America and Europe. Our solutions range from upgrades to facility’s energy infrastructure to the development, construction and operation of renewable energy plants combined with tailored financial solutions. We foster an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture that thrives with innovation, diversity of thought, and inclusion. We are excited with all that the future holds for our industry, planet, and communities. Ameresco has a current opportunity for a Sr. Project Development Engineer based in the Oak Brook, IL office with experience in educational, university, municipal, and commercial buildings and mechanical systems to become part of the Central Region team; developing and implementing project opportunities in energy efficiency and renewable technology. Responsibilities: + Strategically identify, pre-qualify, and connect with customer decision makers to develop opportunities for comprehensive solutions including, but not limited to, energy conservation measures and renewables; + Coordinate visits to customer project sites to investigate existing mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing systems and document energy performance information, including utility data and facility infrastructure drawings; + Identify opportunities for conservation or efficiency and assist with preparation of energy savings calculations and technical engineering assessment; + Assist Engineers with design and development activities in support of construction, operations, and maintenance of customer site projects as required by energy savings performance contracts; + Collaborate with Project Engineers to prepare conceptual and detailed design and bid documents, cost estimates, drawings, and specifications for energy efficient building technology and system measures; + Providing expertise in pre-construction/constructability review; + Develop and maintain financial and pricing models during project development; + Coordinate with vendors and installation contractors for feasibility and pricing verification of proposed project modifications; + Provide technical guidance throughout development, construction, project commissioning, and operations, including proposals, reports, cost estimates, and presentations; + Assure successful project implementation that meets or exceeds company objectives, financial parameters, and technical needs required to deliver customer energy cost savings; + Formulate successful strategies to increase sales activities and ensure annual goals are exceeded; + Successfully develop, organize, strategically position, prepare and issue winning proposals and presentations; + Assume overall responsibility for the development and schedule of all aspects of the proposals; + Perform and/or review energy savings calculations and financial evaluations of proposed projects; + Exhibit comprehensive knowledge and understanding of entire proposal and contract terms; + Cultivate and foster both internal and external customer relationships; and + Perform other duties as required. Minimum Qualifications: + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (Engineering preferred). + Minimum of (8) years’ relevant experience in energy efficiency development and implantation and/or engineering design. Additional Qualifications: + Professional Engineering license (PE), Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and/or LEED AP. + Ability to analyze and quantify energy savings and implement complex projects involving chiller and boiler plants, motors, VSDs, HVAC retrofit, controls, and distributed generation. + Knowledge of measurement and verification, project cost estimating and accounting is a plus. + Excellent verbal, written, computer, technical data, spreadsheet, and presentation communication and organizational skills. + Proven track record of developing and securing sales of complex offerings. + Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills. + Proficient in MS Office, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint. + Demonstrated lead development skills, including the ability to build project scopes and assess constructability of systems. + Ability to perform energy saving calculations. #LI-CZ1 AMERESCO challenges the brightest, most talented and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that embraces initiative, diversity, and achievement along with comprehensive rewards, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans. Genuine Ameresco communications use @ameresco.com emails; any other domain is fraudulent. Report suspected phishing to 1-866-AMERESCO. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Women/Minorities/Veteran/Disability.