Manager, Rates and Electrification – Carbon-Free Buildings Program

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the long-term rates work stream for RMI, which includes setting strategic objectives, monitoring progress, planning and managing project execution and timelines, and producing high-quality outputs.

• Act as a subject matter expert and thought leader regarding rate design opportunities, ensuring the technical integrity and feasibility of proposed solutions.

• Supervise the ongoing development, maintenance, and quality assurance of in-house analytical tools for rate analytics (developed in Python and Excel), mentoring junior staff on analytical modeling and methodology design.

• Create presentations, research reports, articles, webinars, and other materials tailored for external audiences.

• Distill complex technical and policy information into clear findings and actionable recommendations.

• Lead working sessions with a diverse group of internal and external participants to foster shared progress and knowledge.

• Establish and sustain relationships with industry partners, governmental agencies, non-profit organizations, and national thought leaders to promote lasting solutions among these stakeholders.

• Assist in grant reporting and progress documentation.

• Aid in the development of proposals for both philanthropic and fee-for-service initiatives.

• Supervise 1-3 junior staff, offering daily guidance, technical coaching, and direct support for their professional development.

• Manage project budgets, work plans, and staffing allocations across various projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in economics, engineering, public policy, finance, or a related quantitative field.

• A minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience (or an advanced degree with 4+ years) in building decarbonization, utility regulation, electric rate design, or clean energy policy.

• Direct experience in managing staff or leading project teams, with a proven ability to mentor junior team members, delegate responsibilities efficiently, provide constructive feedback, and facilitate their professional growth.

• Established capability to oversee quantitative analysis—particularly in electric rate design, utility cost-of-service, or building electrification economics—and to convert complex technical outcomes into actionable policy solutions.

• A demonstrated history of managing intricate projects from initial scoping to final delivery, including budget management, timeline adherence, and quality control.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to create impactful deliverables (e.g., reports, policy briefs, slide presentations) and to communicate complex technical or policy concepts effectively to non-technical external audiences.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 403b retirement matching with immediate vesting.

• Group life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability insurance.

• Optional voluntary life, AD&D, and accident plans.

• Health savings or flexible spending accounts.

• Support for fertility and hormonal health.

• Mental health and wellness assistance.

• Comprehensive leaves of absence, including generous parental leave.

• Generous paid time off and sick leave.

• Paid sabbatical leave.

• Regional holidays, ensuring at least one extended break in each location.

• Work-from-home and home technology allowances.

• Opportunities for learning and development (LinkedIn Learning and an annual individual professional development budget).

• Potential for bonuses and merit-based salary increases.

• Discount marketplace offering gym memberships, pet insurance, and more.

• Hybrid/remote work options.

• Team retreats and geographical meetups.

• Rewards and recognition programs.