Project Manager - Energy Modeling

$85,000 - $105,000/Yr

Socotec - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Energy Project Manager at SOCOTEC will play a crucial role in the Energy Modeling group within the Energy & Sustainability Services Division. This position involves managing high-profile sustainability projects across various scales and locations, collaborating with leading real estate developers, design firms, and construction companies. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in energy modeling and project management, contributing to SOCOTEC's mission of delivering innovative energy solutions and enhancing building performance.

Responsibilities

• Examine field conditions and design documents to represent relevant details in the energy model.
• Perform advanced energy modeling analysis for high-rise commercial and residential buildings using DOE 2.2 or Energy Plus according to ASHRAE Standards.
• Model building HVAC systems including chilled water, hot water, DX, rooftop units, and variable air volume systems.
• Assemble documentation on modeling methods, assumptions, and results.
• Execute energy auditing, benchmarking, data gathering, and measurement & verification.
• Perform energy savings and lifecycle cost analyses of energy-saving measures related to building envelope, lighting, HVAC, and energy management systems.
• Conduct excel-based calculations utilizing engineering principles.
• Develop and write reports detailing building components and energy efficiency measures.
• Perform quality checks and quality assurance for tasks performed by team members.
• Provide feedback to project teams on cost-effective ways to improve building energy performance and sustainability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace or Civil Engineering, Physics, or Architecture.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) accreditation is highly desirable.
• Minimum of three years experience in energy analysis for US-based projects in a consulting environment.
• Thorough knowledge and experience with the New York State and NY City Energy Code.
• Knowledge of Passive House International (PHI) and/or Passive House Institute US (PHIUS) certification systems and relevant tools is highly desirable.
• Superior verbal communication and writing skills.
• Proven project management skills.
• Ability to engage well with external stakeholders such as clients and design partners.
• Knowledge of energy efficiency in large and complex buildings.
• Experience with energy modeling software, specifically DOE 2.2 or Energy Plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of architectural detailing and software platforms like THERM, WUFI, and CFD software.
• Basic AutoCAD and Revit skills.
• Computer programming knowledge for developing custom analysis tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $85,000-$105,000.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile sustainability projects.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive work environment recognized as a Great Place to Work.