Energy Manager

• Energy Conservation and Efficiency Planning:
  
  
  • Conduct Utility audits and identify areas for savings. Implement energy conservation programs and strategies.
  • Analyze energy consumption data for forecasting, performance reporting and recommending further improvements for the university.
  • Participate in renovation and new construction projects to ensure maximum energy-saving building practices are followed per the university's design standards, building energy performance targets, and decarbonization goals.
  • Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students on sustainability projects, as needed.
  • Research and support building business cases for new projects and new technologies for energy efficiency.
  
  
  
  
  

• Project Management:
  
  
  • Manage utility and efficiency-related projects and initiatives. Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to specifications.
  • Coordinate with contractors, consultants, utility providers, and vendors.
  • Collaborate with Facilities to improve operational practices that support utilities and ECM's to reduce utility usage.
  
  
  
  

• Policy Development and Compliance:
  
  
  • Stay updated on changes related to utilities, DOEE, and other relevant energy laws and standards. Ensure GW complies. Guide GW entities, as needed.
  • Recommend and develop policies and procedures for effective, efficient, and economical building operations.
  
  
  
  

• Budgeting and Financial Analysis:
  
  
  • Study and analyze the utilization of utilities and conduct energy audits on University buildings and the Central Utility Plant.
  • Identify and apply for grants, rebates, and other funding opportunities.
  • Assist with negotiations for electricity, natural gas, and renewable energy procurement.
  • Compile load profiles for eligible utility accounts, develop SOW with prospective vendors, and manage awarded energy contracts.
  • Assist with utility budget forecasting based on expected escalations or campus energy reductions
  
  
  
  
• Communication and Awareness:
  
  
  • Foster a culture of utility awareness and responsibility with stakeholders.
  • Develop communications for energy initiatives with the University community to support education and outreach.
  • Coordinate and manage partnerships related to energy management.
  • Prepare reports relating to utility management operations and building performance, including utility consumption reports and conservation methods.
  
  
  
  

• Utility Bill Management:
  
  
  • Manage utility bills with utility bill management software, ensure accurate billing and minimize billing errors.
  • Develop and manage utility management measures Such as gas curtailment, demand response program.
  • Manage the Energy Star benchmarking progress.
  • Conduct regular inspections of facilities to ensure the implementation of utility management measures.
  
  
  
  

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 5 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 3 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, Energy Management, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant experience is desired.
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating energy consumption and identifying improvement opportunities.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in using Energy Management Systems (EMS) and Utility Bill Management Systems (UBM) preferred.
• Familiarity with HVAC, lighting, and building automation systems; a good understanding of central plant operations is desired.
• Experience managing and implementing Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPC) is preferred.
• Knowledge of Building Performance Standards and renewable energy systems integration is preferred.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
• Effective communication and presentation skills for engaging with stakeholders at various experience levels.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and drive impactful results.
• Preferred credentials: Certified Energy Manager (CEM), LEED Accreditation, Certified Energy Auditor (CEA), or Certified Measurement & Verification Professional (CMVP).
• Certification or training in Building Automation Systems (BAS) is a plus.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reporting is desired.
• Ability to prepare detailed reports and presentations on energy usage and cost savings preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Willingness to stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies in energy management.

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The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.