Technical Specialist, Energy Management

The Technical Specialist, Energy Management, provides energy management services to support the delivery of Client-Partner real property projects and programs. The incumbent provides advice, recommendations and technical guidance in areas such as Smart Building technology and greenhouse gas reduction. The Technical Specialist supports the Client-Partners in net-zero-carbon planning, provides expert advice on the implementation of construction and renovation projects by reviewing design documents and provides technical advice in support of energy performance contracts. The incumbent prepares technical documents, supports feasibility study analyses, completes energy modelling and lifecycle cost analyses, identifies potential energy savings and evaluates and recommends available energy efficiency incentive programs.
KEY AND PERIODIC ACTIVITIESThe duties and responsibilities listed below are representative but not all-inclusive:
Primary
Complete complex energy management work (e.G. inspections, energy audits and simulations, marginal lifecycle cost calculations, plans, gap analyses, feasibility studies)
Prepare energy requirements for statements of work to meet Client-Partner requirements
Support measurement and verification of energy savings on projects and monitor energy performance
Monitor and manage site energy consumption and energy bills
Support monitoring of site greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and tracking reductions
Implement and improve site’s Energy Management System, developing innovative strategies to reduce energy consumption and GHG emissions
Perform statistical analyses, modelling and forecasting using tools and systems such as building energy management and simulation software (e.G. RETScreen, Equest) and Microsoft Power BI
Promote, advocate for and raise awareness of energy reduction techniques
Participate or support Client-Partners in forums, workshops, working groups and committees
Develop and maintain effective relationships within DCC, and with industry, the Client-Partners and/or stakeholders
Ensure quality standards are met, in line with corporate and Client-Partner expectations
Manage risk
Other
Carry out site environmental scans of energy use and decarbonization
Prepare monthly reports (e.G. for internal clients and the Client-Partners)
Other duties as assigned
SKILLSGeneral and Specific Knowledge
Best practices, methods, trends and legislation in energy management, facility management and construction contract management
ISO 50001 standards
Knowledge of data modelling
Process mapping and continuous improvement
Energy pricing structures
Project and risk management principles
Formal Education and/or Certification(s) and Experience
Minimum: college diploma in engineering or related field with four years’ relevant experience, or the equivalent;
strong technical and theoretical background in energy and real property
Preferred: university degree in one of the above fields and/or additional training in project management
Other: professional certification may be required depending on position (e.G. Certified Measurement and Verification Professional, Certified Energy Manager, Certified RETScreen® Expert, Existing Building Commissioning, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design credential)
Abilities
Use applicable computer software, analytical tools and operating systems
Effectively communicate technical/scientific concepts to a diverse audience
Apply project and risk management techniques
DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP
Provide functional guidance and advice to employees and Client-Partners
WORKING CONDITIONS
Typical office environment with occasional travel
Some work may be located on construction sites;
incumbent may occasionally be required to wear basic safety equipment
Check out your benefitsWorking with us offers excellent opportunities for growth and advancement—and entitles you to one of the job market’s best benefits packages valued at between 25 and 30% of your salary.
Your package includes:Health and Wellness
100% employer-paid annual sick leave, and health and dental premiums
$400 wellness allowance to help cover expenses such as a gym membership
$2,500 for mental health services on top of regular $2,500 paramedical coverage
Telus Virtual Health Care and $750 Health Care Spending Account for some expenses not covered under provincial plans
Home and Family
Life, accidental-death, and short-term disability insurance
Enhanced inConfidence employee and family assistance program
Maternity and parental leave top-up plan to 93% of regular gross earnings for up to 37 weeks
Flexible workplace options, including $400 allowance every two years, to support working from home
Leave and Retirement
Public-service pension
Comprehensive vacation and other paid-leave plans, along with enhanced travel benefits coverage
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