Senior Energy Rater

Senior Energy Rater

Company: New Ecology, Inc. (NEI)

Location: Boston, MA

Job Type: Full-time, Exempt

Hiring Rate: $79,000-$100,000 per year, dependent on experience and education

Benefits: 403(b) plan and matching;
Medical, Dental, Vision coverage; 100% employer paid Life insurance;
Paid time off;
Parental leave;
Professional Development Stipend; and more.

Work Location: Hybrid; 3 days home and 2 days in-office. This role includes on‑site client or field visits as needed.

New Ecology, Inc. ("NEI") is seeking an experienced and self‑motivated Senior Energy Rater to join our technical service team in our Boston office. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with deep expertise in managing HERS ratings for multifamily projects from schematic design through to final certification.

This role requires a combination of technical proficiency in building science, exceptional project management skills, and proven ability to communicate with a diverse group of people, including developers, project managers, architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, and certification program reviewers. The Senior Energy Rater will serve as a key technical resource for clients and internal teams, ensuring projects meet strict energy efficiency goals, certification requirements, and deadlines.

New Ecology (newecology.org) is a nonprofit advancing climate and housing solutions that reduce energy use, cut emissions, and improve health in low‑income communities. Based in Boston, MA, with offices in Baltimore, MD, and Wilmington, DE, we partner across sectors to deliver high‑performance building projects, including 22 fully certified Passive House multifamily developments.

• Conduct on‑site inspections, verifications, and diagnostic testing (including unit and building blower door and duct leakage testing) in accordance with RESNET standards and green program requirements including Energy Star, LEED, EGC, and Phius.
• Prepare timely site visit reports, and participate in contractor briefings and trainings.
• Communicate effectively with site superintendents and subcontractors to provide clear guidance, identify potential issues, ensure proper implementation of green program principles, and minimize performance failures.
• Troubleshoot issues that arise during construction and provide actionable solutions to keep projects on track.
• Complete plan take‑offs and prepare energy models using Ekotrope software.
• Update plans with testing and verification results and respond to QA provider questions.
• Perform plan reviews for program compliance and general constructibility.
• Prepare, organize, and submit all necessary documentation for HERS ratings, ENERGY STAR, LEED, EGC, Phius and other applicable certifications.
• Manage a portfolio of multifamily HERS rating projects, serving as the primary point of contact for construction teams.
• Collaborate with NEI’s project managers and engineers to establish energy efficiency strategies and ensure project goals are met.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to meet strict deadlines.
• Stay current with evolving energy codes, building science best practices, and certification program updates.
• Provide mentorship and training to junior staff including RFIs and Rater trainees.

• Minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated experience managing HERS ratings specifically for multifamily buildings.
• ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction Verifier certification.
• Certified Phius Verifier certification.
• Proven track record of successfully guiding projects through all development phases.
• HERS Multifamily Certification from an accredited HERS Rating Provider in good standing.
• High proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural plans and specifications.
• Expert proficiency with Ekotrope energy modeling software specifically on multifamily projects.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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