Energy Efficiency Consultant, Residential - Phoenix, United States - ICF

ICF

Verified Company

Phoenix, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Residential Energy Efficiency Consultant

Energy, Environment & Infrastructure

Utility Program Services Division, Delivery Team

Tempe, AZ

Ready to make a difference?

Join our team as a Residential Energy Efficiency Consultant, supporting energy efficiency programs and multifamily new construction in Arizona.

Working closely with the client and our local implementation team, you'll focus on high performance new construction practices, providing safer, more energy efficient homes, and ensuring energy grid stability across the State of Arizona.

This role will enjoy a mix of office based and field-based, independent, and flexible work schedule that allows you to experience something new every day This role works closely with the client, partners, and our ICF team members to not only conduct field inspections during and after project completion, but also to provide outreach, recruitment and technical support, identify actionable solutions, and drive continuous improvement and best practices in energy efficient new construction.

Why you will love working here:

Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance
Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details)

What you will be doing:

Conduct strategic fieldbased site visits with trade ally HERS Raters, Homebuilders and Developers to provide Quality Assurance / Quality Control and forecasting updates on participating residential new construction projects ensuring that the evaluation, implementation and verification of utility sponsored energy efficiency projects are successfully executed.
Perform visual inspection of projects under construction including HVAC equipment, insulation, windows and household appliances.
Provide programspecific guidance to assist builders, developers, architects, engineers, contractors and other trade allies in navigating utilitysponsored new construction programs. Must be able to effectively communicate to both technical trade allies and nontechnical audiences.
Provide outreach, recruitment, technical assistance and guidance to contractors, distributors and trade allies within a utility service territory
Promote energy efficient technologies to both the residential market segment
Interact with HERS raters, builders, and developers regarding energy efficiency best practices, building science fundamentals and recommend energy efficiency improvements.
Perform desktop Quality Assurance / Quality Control to review and verify energy model accuracy and adherence to program standards, utilizing data collected during site visits and/or project building plans.
Regularly review program QC findings. Based on the findings, leverage best practices and continuous improvement to implement long term solutions in partnership with the client and ICF team.
Generate inspection reports to audit, monitor and measure performance and relevant metrics.
Must have a reliable vehicle for local travel. Requirements are between 50% to 80% of the time. (reimbursement for mileage provided)

What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Building Science, Energy Systems, Sustainability, or other related discipline (or applicants can substitute one year of related experience for one year of education)
2+ years of work experience in residential construction, energy efficiency, sustainability, or in the energy industry
Must have valid driver's license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.
Able to lift boxes no heavier than 30 pounds, climbing stairs and ladders, driving, walking, standing, above head arm movements

What we would like you to have:

Industry certifications including, but not limited to: RESNET-certified HERS Rater, Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) Certified Energy Manager or Energy Auditor
Expertise in single family, multifamily or C&I construction sectors.
Expertise in business management, building construction, energy resources, or energy policy.
Professional affiliations including, but not limited to: BPI, RESNET, AESP, ACEEE, ASHRAE, or AEE.

Professional Skills:

Investigative mindset to identify high energy load root causes.
Familiarity with energy modeling software platforms REM/Rate or Ekotrope
Demonstrated ability to provide project leadership and meet client goals.
Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical, problem solving and decisionmaking capabilities.
Team player with the ability to work in a fastpaced environment.

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