Director Multifamily Energy Advisor, East Region

About the role

This role builds upon the energy program established in other jurisdictions, serving as a regional subject matter expert for energy and climate-related questions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze building utility price structure and consumption data (electricity, natural gas, water) for trends and anomalies.
• Perform building walk-throughs as needed, recommend energy and water efficiency upgrades and low-cost/no-cost operational improvements.
• Create building energy reports with estimated savings, implementation strategies, and return-on-investment.
• Attend board meetings as required (often at night and in-person) to explain and pitch energy offerings.
• Develop high ROI/prescriptive measure programs for the region that will help drive energy reduction.
• Represent and present on behalf of FirstService Energy at industry-related events.
• Maintain relationships with vendors, municipalities, local NGOs to support energy project implementation.

Qualifications

• Hold one or more energy-related certifications: CEM, EBCP, CBCP, LEED O&M.
• Undergraduate Degree in Engineering, Sustainability, or another related field.
• 6+ years’ experience working in building science, sustainability, energy auditing/consulting.
• Familiar with basic and advanced building mechanical systems used in multifamily buildings (boilers, chillers, cooling towers, PTACs, thermal and DHW distribution systems, BAS, Heat Pumps, Distributed Generation).
• Able to travel to buildings in the region as needed to conduct fieldwork and attend meetings.
• Able to work in person out of our Fairfax, Virginia office 3 days per week. The other 2 days the associate will have the option to work remotely (based on performance).
• Able to work in evenings and weekends as required to attend board meetings and special events.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to stand for 2+ hours at a time as needed.
• Physically able to climb ladders and walk interior and exterior buildings spaces.

Skills

• Passionate about the environment and reducing energy/carbon from buildings.
• Detail-oriented and technically proficient with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Experienced in energy management and carbon reduction strategies in multifamily/condominium/strata/high-rise buildings.
• Experienced in building and community engagement.
• Experienced in energy management software (e.g. EnergyCap).
• Knowledge of local energy regulations and by-laws/ordinances in your region.
• Knowledge of electric vehicles & charging technology.
• Very comfortable presenting technical energy information in-person and virtually to varied audiences including client board members, internal associates, and public stakeholders.
• Able to work independently and in a team to accomplish goals/targets.
• Open-minded which allows you to embrace a culture of continuous learning and sharing of ideas.

Benefits

The following are offered as part of the comprehensive benefits package:

• Your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance and benefits from our employee assistance program.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) with a company match.

Pay

$90,000 - $130,000, annually.

Schedule

Full-time position, 3 days per week in the Fairfax, Virginia office and 2 days remote.