Vice President - Energy Programs

All locations
  • Phoenix, AZ, United States
  • Albuquerque, NM, United States
  • Las Vegas, NV, United States
Business:
Energy Systems
Position type:
Full Time
Contract type:
Permanent Employee
Job ID:
3876
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Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About Energy Systems

We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.

About the role

Are you ready to lead a team driving the transformation of energy programs? Are you looking to make an impact at the heart of the energy transition?

DNV is seeking a Vice President of Energy Programs to lead demand-side, transportation, and flexibility initiatives across Arizona, New Mexico, and beyond. Since the early 2000s, DNV has been a trusted partner to utilities, customers, contractors, and distributors throughout the Southwest.

In this senior leadership role, you will oversee all aspects of energy programs, guiding clients and teams to achieve energy efficiency and electrification goals. Your key responsibilities will include strategic leadership, staff development, client management, contract negotiation, partner relations, market advisory, customer experience, and P&L oversight.

Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Demand-Side Programs for North America, you will collaborate closely with peer Vice Presidents, Key Account Managers, and other regional leaders to drive success. You will also be responsible for ensuring that your team has the capabilities and support needed to foster a high-performing, collaborative culture and an exceptional employee experience.

This role is based at our DNV office in Phoenix, AZ; Albuquerque, NM; Las Vegas, NV presenting a dynamic hybrid schedule where employees will typically spend three (3) days per week working from either a DNV office or client location/site. Further details regarding role-specific requirements will be shared during the interview process.

What You'll do:

The role of a Vice President includes four principal responsibilities:

Client and Program Management

  • Manage Key Client Relationships
  • Ensure efficient and consistent delivery of energy programs
  • Ensure safe, secure, and quality execution of programs
  • Manage a slate of external partners including subcontractors and vendors
  • Serve as a point of escalation for client issues and concerns
  • Be accountable and responsible for the success of DNV clients

Business Development

  • Assess and understand the primary regulatory and economic factors that contribute to the success of DNV clients.
  • Participate, where relevant, in legislative and regulatory proceedings. Translate understanding of these arenas and client interests into business opportunities.
  • Lead business development and strategy efforts, solidifying relationships with key customers to actively position DNV as a preferred consultant.
  • Be primarily responsible for the extension, expansion, and renewal of contracts with key customers.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

  • Facilitate continuous innovation and improvement to build and maintain a leading position in the energy efficiency and demand-side management space within the energy industry.
  • Empower direct staff and their teams of employees, foster professional growth and progression, and encourage employee retention.
  • Creates a flexible workforce and automates and optimizes workflows to deal with variable workload, improve quality and consistency, and quicken our delivery.
  • Builds and strengthens a strong internal culture based on company’s values.

Leadership and Team Responsibilities

  • Serves as a core member of the Service Area leadership team in the execution of national goals and execution of DNV’s strategy
  • Be responsible for the achievement of DNV’s goals including financial, team engagement, quality, safety, and security metrics.
  • Stimulate a high performing culture and act as a role model for an inspiring employee experience.
  • Promote team capabilities internally and externally.
  • Resolve and mediate individual staff interests and concerns
  • Actively incorporates diversity considerations into staff development, progression, and recruiting processes.

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
  • Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
  • Education reimbursement program
  • Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
  • Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
  • Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
  • Career advancement opportunities

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

DNV is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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About you

What is Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree is required
  • 15+ years of relevant industry experience
  • Strong track record of leading teams of teams in the execution of projects or programs
  • Delegates and leads with integrity and authentic leadership style
  • Strong understanding of the utility sector
  • Keeps a positive and proactive attitude, with a solution-oriented mindset
  • Has the highest ethical standards of business
  • Professionally handles difficult conversations with customers, for example on scope and budget issues or differences in technical opinions, while strengthening customer relationships
  • Holds collaborative leadership skills and ability to engage, develop and motivate own employees
  • Willingness and ability to travel within the Southwest District up to 25% of the time and nationally to conferences, industry meetings, and internal meetings 
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills
  • We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening

What is Preferred:

  • Preference for candidates with direct relationships with customers, contractors, or utility client staff
  • Preference for candidates with a vision and understanding of the energy transition

*Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position*

Benefits

Profit Share

You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.

Personal Development

You’ll have a lot of opportunities to learn and grow. Whether it’s building your network, having resources to plan and realise your career goals or enjoying genuine freedom to satisfy your curiosity, we’ll make sure you’re always growing and developing.

Purpose-led organization

You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment, with the opportunity to tackle global change through your work.

401(k)

DNV provides the option for eligible employees to enroll in our professional managed 401(k) plan. We’ll match up to a percentage of employee elected investment, which will become fully vested after a few years.

Healthcare and more

You’ll have multiple medical plans to choose from including Dental, Vision, RX plans, AD&D, Critical Illness, ST/LT Disability, Paid Parental Leave, Virtual TalkSpace Therapy.

Additional benefits

ID theft protection, generous PTO accrual, company paid holidays, discounted pet insurance, charitable donation matching, additional vacation hours purchase plan, commuter benefits, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition reimbursement.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

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Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

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FAQs

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e. university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing. 

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role. 

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

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Disclaimer

Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.