Position Available: Full-Time Senior Building Science Project Manager (Charlotte)
Southern Energy Management, North Carolina’s leading provider of energy efficiency and solar power services, seeks a full-time Senior Building Science Project Manager to lead our fast-growing building science team in Charlotte, NC. The Building Science Project Manager will work directly with clients, including developers, builders, sub-trades and property owners to provide technical advice, performance testing and verification of compliance with requirements of programs such as ENERGY STAR and Green Building Certification. The position requires in-depth knowledge of energy surveys, residential and commercial building diagnostics, energy conservation savings calculations and review of construction documents. A strong commitment to sustainable energy, community involvement and dedication to the vision of SEM is a must.
Job Duties:
• Participate and contribute to achieving the goals of SEM and the Building Science team.
• Cultivating relationships with clients such as builders and sub-contractors.
• Schedule inspections and appointments for all building science team members.
• Complete field reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Oversee and verify all data input in I-Rate, REM Rate and other energy rating and analysis software.
• Write and submit proposals for work to be performed.
• Field test new homes for energy efficiency parameters, such as: whole house air leakage measurements, duct leakage measurements and visual inspections of subcontractors’ work.
• Perform energy surveys on existing homes and commercial properties and prepare reports that clearly convey findings and recommendations of energy efficiency upgrades or repairs.
• Provide on-site technical assistance to builders, developers and sub-contractors regarding means and methods for achieving certification for programs such as Energy Star and others.
• Commit to occasional overtime in order to meet client needs.
• Travel required approximately 25% of time.
Required Skills/Qualifications:
- Five (5) or more years of relevant experience in building science, building energy efficiency, and commercial/residential building construction; or combination of training and experience.
- Knowledge of energy efficiency and green building principles and best practices.
- Home Energy Rating System (HERS) certification.
- Experience with REM Rate software.
- Strong interpersonal skills and desire to work within a collaborative team.
- Excellent communication skills - both written & verbal.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Strong math and geometry skills.
- High level of computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Knowledge of or ability to learn energy rating, modeling and CRM software.
- Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds for 100 feet unassisted.
- Ability to work outdoors, in basements, crawl spaces and attics.
- Ability to erect and climb steps and telescoping ladders.
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
- Access to a reliable vehicle with adequate space for the transport of equipment.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- 4-year college degree
- Certification in other areas related to building science & green building, i.e., BPI, LEED, professional licenses, etc.
This is an excellent career opportunity for the right individual, with outstanding growth potential. We are committed to sustainability at all levels of our organization, and believe that our success as a company depends on the success of every team member. We offer competitive salaries and an outstanding benefits package including health insurance, company-matching IRA, and incentive stock-ownership plan.
If you’re ready to work hard, make a difference and have fun doing it, then you could be the person we’re looking for.
We look forward to hearing from you soon!
To Apply...
Please send your resume and cover letter to opportunity@southern-energy.com.
Due to the large volume of responses and requests for job information we receive, we are unable to respond directly to each person who applies for a position or expresses an interest in working with SEM. If there is interest in scheduling an interview for an available position, one of our representatives will contact you.
Southern Energy Management values the importance of a diverse workforce and culture of inclusiveness. SEM is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any employment action on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, creed, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria.
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