Senior Decarbonization Specialist/Engineer
Salary $105-120,000/year
Toronto, Hybrid
Company Overview
Our client is a full-service sustainability building engineering firm committed to creating synergies between economic, environmental and social goals. We work collaboratively with architects, builders, developers and property owners to create sustainable, low-carbon solutions for their new and existing buildings. We take a holistic approach to sustainable buildings to take full advantage of innovative green technologies & processes. Since their inception, they have built a solid reputation for their Building Performance Consulting services by placing high priority on service excellence and commitment to project objectives.
Our client continues to experience significant growth and is therefore looking to add experienced and motivated individuals to its team. With a flexible and inviting culture, they balance hard work with a relaxed atmosphere. Work is their passion and they strive to motivate clients and partners to adopt sustainable building design and operations as the new and improved way to conduct business.
Position Summary
Reporting directly to the Director of Building Performance, the Senior Decarbonization Specialist/Engineer forms an integral part of the senior management team. The title of engineer will be given to those that hold a P.Eng.; otherwise the Specialist title will be used.
The Senior Decarbonization Engineer is responsible for leading all existing building decarbonization and energy retrofit projects. In this role you will work closely with the building performance team lead and analysts and liaise with developers, contractors, architects, and engineers to develop innovative solutions for various types of projects. The Building Performance department provides clients with innovative cost-effective solutions which lead to better performing buildings. Using various modeling software, the team performs building energy modeling, daylighting analysis, ventilation analysis and measurement and verification projects. The Senior Decarbonization Specialist provides technical oversight to ensure the highest standards of service are delivered to clients.
The role of Senior Decarbonization Engineer is two-fold. One is to work closely with clients to provide expertise and viable solutions as they target a transition to a low carbon future. Second is a key internal role by providing the Building Performance team with guidance on technical matters as may be required. This may include offering mechanical and electrical engineering design strategies.
Building Performance department activities include but are not limited to:
Sustainable, zero carbon design consulting
Energy, Water, Carbon Audits and Decarbonization Planning (Zero Carbon Transition Plans)
Retrofit Implementation Project Management
Energy Modeling Services
a. LEED
b. Zero Carbon Design Solutions
c. Planning and Approvals Energy Compliance (i.e. OBC SB10 & Toronto Green Standards etc.)
d. Modelling for Energy Performance Contracts
e. Calibrated energy models
Measurement & Verification including CircuitMeter Implementation
Government and industry incentive programs i.e. Save-on-Energy, CMHC, IREE
Renewable Energy Analysis
Daylighting Analysis
Thermal Comfort Analysis
ESG GRESB Portfolio Energy and GHG
Reporting Roles & Responsibilities:
Provide the building performance team with technical excellence and support primarily around mechanical design solutions and seal design reports or drawings as required.
Liaise with clients, disciplines and internal departments to provide insight on energy conservation measures, make recommendations for cost effective improvements to energy model results.
Prepare presentations and case studies to support Decarbonization business development.
Lead integrated design workshops and develop innovative solutions to reduce the environmental impacts of new and existing buildings.
Support Decarbonization solutions with schematic mechanical designs, equipment sizing and selections, control schematics, financial analysis.
Review detailed energy models using IES-VE and RETScreen Expert and complete energy analysis as required.
Review decarbonization project energy modeling reports and calculations.
Review design documents (plans, specifications, shop drawings) to ensure that the intended energy efficiency measures are being incorporated into the design.
Develop and prepare Measurement & Verification Plans for retrofit projects and manage implementation of CircuitMeter.
Complete energy, water, carbon audits and decarbonization plans for existing building(s) including site visits.
Project management for turn-key decarbonization retrofit projects and ensure alignment with plan.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with P.Eng.,or working towards P.Eng.
Knowledge of energy efficient building design, simulation software experience, energy management and incentive programs, HVAC and lighting systems as well as an understanding of building envelope.
Minimum 5 years of Mechanical HVAC design experience.
Experience with working on energy retrofit projects.
Proficiency in energy modeling software tools such as IES-VE, EnergyPlus, HAP, eQuest, RETScreen etc.
Passion for the environment and green buildings.
Level G drivers’ licence.
Role Attributes:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong consensus building skills and a team approach.
Self-motivated and multi-tasker, excellent time management skills.
Strong analytical and modeling skills
Why Join Us:
Base Compensation plus Bonus Program tied to Individual and Company Performance
Extended Health and Dental Plan with Employee Assistance Program
Critical Illness Insurance and Long-Term Disability
Healthcare Spending Account
RRSP Plan with Company Match
Half Day Fridays from June to end of August