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Manager of Contractor Development – Clean Energy
HIRE360
Chicago, USA
Full-time
Mid Level
Hybrid
USD 95000-125000 yearly
Discovered 1 months ago
Full Job Posting
- Working capital loans obtained,
- Staff training and retention
- Back office and compliance improvements
- Successful contract awards won.
- Develop strategic plans, capital requests and program objectives that align resources with the goals.
- Manage and oversee implementation of the Clean Energy Contractor Accelerator Program.
- Develop, track and manage the program’s annual operating budget for staffing, purchasing, and operations.
- Establish timelines and milestones to ensure program success.
- Ensure high quality services to contractors and their businesses.
- Lead the program’s Operational Grant Disbursement and Mentorship Program, wherein participants identify operational support needs, and identify areas where mentorship will be of most benefit; develop the operational grant framework and mentorship plan with each participating business.
- Provide direct business advising and training to contractors.
- Supervise program personnel, consultants and clerical staff supporting the program.
- Develop and maintain referral networks with accountants, attorneys, and other industry professionals to support contractors.
- Attend pre-bid and pre-construction meetings for public and private projects to provide opportunities to our contractors.
- Build relationships with the Illinois Power Agency and other state agencies to expand opportunities for the contractors in the program.
- Facilitate referrals of qualified pre-apprenticeship graduates into registered apprenticeship programs and unionized employment opportunities.
- Maintain accurate client records and program documentation.
- Prepare and submit all required reports information to the funder.
- Analyze and document data on program performance and recommend program improvements.
- Continuously stays up to date on clean energy trends and needs to better align our contractors with opportunities.
- Serve as the primary point of contract for this program.
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding businesses and program information.
- Other duties as appropriate.
- Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Salesforce, and the ability to learn new systems
- Knowledge of the construction industry and clean energy sector.
- Proven track record of working with small businesses.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to lead within a diverse, multidisciplinary team.
- Strong planning, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Ability to simplify complex concepts and communicate them effectively.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Flexible self-starter who can manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment when interacting with stakeholders.
- Strong project management experience, utilizing planning, leadership and organizational skills. Project Management Professional (PMP) is a plus.
- Commitment to HIRE360’s mission, values and culture.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics or a related field.
- Five (5) years of experience in small business management or business consulting.
- Experience managing programs and budgets.
- Experience in nonprofit, construction, and Clean Energy sector.
- Ability to regularly sit and write at a computer.
- Frequent in-person and phone communication.
- Ability to stand and lift up to 20 pounds to stock office supplies.
- Frequently move from room to room to accommodate guests.
- Requires reliable transportation including state-mandated insurance.
- Combination of in-person and virtual work as needed.
- Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.
- Travel as needed across Northern and Central Illinois including Chicago, Joliet, Aurora, Waukegan, Peoria, Rockford, Champaign, DeKalb, Bloomington, Pekin, and Danville.
About HIRE360
Construction40 employeesFounded 2019
Chicago-based workforce development nonprofit connecting underserved Illinois residents to construction careers and helping diverse contractors grow.
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