Energy Manager jobs in Tucson, AZ

The Energy Resource Manager manages all aspects of College utility use. Measures and calculates energy use on operational systems. Develops strategies for reducing utility expenses. Serves as onsite resource expert in utility matters for plant operations staff.

The work schedule for this position is flexible and may include working evenings and weekends and local travel.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implements energy-related cost-saving utility measures. Configures and programs the Energy Management System software.
• Participates as team member for organizational projects providing expert input in matters relating to energy performance.
• Reviews equipment sequences of operation, scheduling, and configuration for opportunities to improve efficiency. Networks with utility providers with an emphasis on utility incentive programs.
• Interacts with and maintains relationships with local contractors to keep abreast of current technologies and implementation in the local market.
• Calculates return on investment (ROI) for equipment and systems. Interacts with college facilities operations staff to improve understanding of efficient systems operations and cost saving opportunities.
• Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field of study
• Three to five years of related experience working with building systems and plants
• One to three years of supervisory experience
• Must have a current or the ability to obtain a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or Certified Resource Manager Certification within 6 months of employment

or

• An equivalent combination of certification, education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above

Preferred:

• Masters’ degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field of study
• Five plus years of related experience working with building systems and plants

The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Knowledge of regulatory compliance principles and practices
• Knowledge and application of organizational and time management principles.
• Knowledge of construction documents and cost estimates
• Skill in budget/resource management
• Skill in coordinating and monitoring the work of others
• Skill in effective communication (both written and oral)
• Skill in independent decision making
• Skill in organization, coordination, and management
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Skill in problem solving
• Skill in program development and process improvement
• Ability to adapt and maintain professional composure in emergent and crisis situations
• Ability to develop and maintain effective and positive working relationships

Physical Requirements:

• Environment: Work is performed primarily in a non-traditional work environment with staff contact and frequent interruptions.
• Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an non-traditional work setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, balance, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate (up to 35 pounds) amounts of weight; to operate various equipment required to perform job including office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination, i.e., computer keyboard; may be required to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. May be exposed to various hazardous conditions such as extreme heat, extreme cold, infectious disease, moving vehicles, electrical current, chemicals, tight spaces, or high places, moving mechanical parts, etc.
• Vision: Ability to see in the normal visual range with or without correction.
• Hearing: Ability to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.