Building Performance Engineer

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Description

The Building Performance Engineer actively contributes to sustainability consulting and high performance design and operations analysis for internal and external projects and clients. In addition, the Building Performance Engineer will interface with clients and manage the budget and schedule for individually assigned projects as well as collaborate with team members on other projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Creates energy models using industry-standard software to assess code compliance and high performance design
• Analyzes, reviews, and/or consults on project documentation of energy-related systems found in architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing drawings and specifications
• Performs calculations to document various MEP-related credits in the LEED rating systems
• Manages individually assigned projects by monitoring the budget and schedule as well as maintaining communication with the client to ensure the project is completed to the client's expectations
  

• Capable of working on and/or managing multiple projects, clients, and deadlines simultaneously
  

• Communicates high performance design and sustainable design regulations to project teams through coordination meetings and technical reports.
• Assists senior staff and service line director in procuring and pursuing new work and new clients through proposal development and project interviews, as needed.
• Maintains a positive relationship with internal and external clients through proactive, high-quality communication and work product
• Attends and leads project design/construction meetings as needed
• Participates in building walk-throughs and site visits for Energy Star ratings and other energy performance evaluations.
• Regularly reviews updates and addenda to energy- and sustainability-related codes and policies.
• Develops technical documentation, proposals, and presentations for clients
• Continuously looks for ways to improve the speed and efficiency of task completion and proactively shares best practices with the team.
• Continuously expands knowledge of building science and MEP system design & control, as well as the software, tools, codes, and rating systems that support our service lines
• Communicates across disciplines (MEP, Architect, Contractor) for workflow and information needs for deliverables
• Assists with training of less experienced colleagues on energy- and sustainability-related documentation and processes
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) software
• Knowledge of energy modeling simulation programs (e.g., IESVE, Trane TRACE 700)
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, loads, and controls
• Knowledge of standards, codes, and rating systems associated with sustainability and energy performance
• Knowledge of sustainable building practices
• Knowledge and understanding of energy modeling process
• Knowledge of LEED credit requirements
  

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Comprehension - ability to understand information, ideas, and direction presented in writing and/or verbally communicated
• Written Communication Skills - ability to clearly deliver a message through written words using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Speech Clarity - ability to speak clearly and in a common language so that others can understand you
• Detail-Oriented - ability to achieve accuracy and thoroughness when accomplishing a task; pays attention to details and is able to understand what caused a certain outcome
• Teamwork and Collaboration Skills- ability to work productively with other team members for project and team success. Ability to assume varying roles/responsibilities within this position depending on specific project, client and team needs
• Judgment and Decision-MakingSkills - ability to make reasoned judgments that are logical and well thought out; constructively questioning and analyzing information in order to make the best conclusion
• Technical Writing Skills - skilled in the area of summarizing or explaining technical information in a clear, concise, and accurate way, communicating the point intended
• Presentation Skills - effective in variety of presentation settings both inside and outside the organization; commands attention and can manage group processes during the presentation; can change tactics midstream when something isn't working
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Six years of relevant experience; experience in energy modeling and working on LEED projects
• Professional Engineer Licensure
• Accreditation as a LEED AP or ASHRAE BEMP preferred
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Frequently use a computer for several hours at a time
• May need to periodically maneuver over, under, and around barriers as well as climb ladders on a job site
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Indoors in a normal office environment with some exposure to excessive noise, darkness/poor lighting, fumes, or dust
• May travel to and navigate construction sites, some of which may be at high altitudes or small spaces
  with dirt or dust particles
• Occasional travel (up to 10%) to attend meetings and conferences
• Periods of consistent overtime work to fulfill job responsibilities
  

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