Job Description:

• Leads utility sub-metering programs; analyzes energy consumption and cost information for the purposes of budgeting, accounting and reporting to senior management; coordinates process for rate setting and regular billing for utility charge backs to other areas of the University. Meets with University utility users on a periodic basis to keep users abreast of changes in procurement, costs, etc.

• Identifies, solicits, and meets with potential energy suppliers on price and supply capabilities. Participates on procurement team which negotiates and recommends purchasing agreements with energy suppliers. Oversees supplier compliance with utility agreements. 

• Leads utility procurement including the purchase of electricity, natural gas, and renewable energy for the University and Medical Center. Monitors energy market changes to aid in procurement and minimize Universityâ™s cost of energy.

• Collaborates with the Campus Energy Manager to implement and manage energy efficiency projects consistent with the 50% greenhouse gas emissions reduction plan.

• Manages the energy management information system (EMIS) to ensure monthly utility data is uploaded and accurate.

• Collaborates with other Facilities Services Units on energy conservation initiatives and energy management issues.

• Monitors the Universityâ™s energy usage through benchmarking and utility analysis and updates key performance indicators (KPIs) related to energy, utilities, and metering.

• Collaborates with Campus Energy Manager to develop baseline and target EUI for buildings and cost-benefit analysis for energy efficiency projects.

• Coordinates utilities infrastructure condition assessment, utilities master planning, planning for funding requests, oversight of engineering development and construction of capital projects.

• Leads demand response and curtailment program.

• Provides professional engineering support in development and implementation of capital improvement projects, such as construction, remodeling, renovation, and maintenance of buildings and facilities.

• Researches, designs, develops, tests, evaluates, and installs structures, systems, equipment, and/or components. Analyzes and develops solutions to technical problems and conducts tests to maintain quality. Performs development activities including drawing board layout and interpretation and implementation of project specifications and documentation requirements.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor degree in engineering or energy related field.

Experience:

• Seven years experience in energy and utilities management, particularly in a multi-building campus type organization.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Professional Engineer license strongly preferred.

• Certification in Energy Management strongly preferred.

• LEED certification strongly preferred.  

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Demonstrated understanding of energy analysis, energy auditing and utilities procurement.

• Advanced Excel skills or equivalent.

• Strong analytical, quantitative and customer service skills.

• Demonstrated understanding of financial analysis, rate setting, and life cycle costing strongly preferred.

Preferred Competencies

• Lead Performance & Flawless Execution.

• Exhibit Business Acumen & Organizational Astuteness.

• Ensure Decision Quality, Accountability, & Drive Results.

• Foster Partnership & Collaboration.

Working Conditions

• Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude.

• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, be capable of working at heights as needed.

• Be able to enter and survey equipment condition in tight spaces, and be able to withstand working environment within mechanical equipment rooms and central utility plants.

• Keyboarding and work with computers.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

• Cover Letter (required)

• List of References (required)

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