Energy Manager; Hybrid - Portland

About the Role:

The purpose of this position is to manage and support implementation of energy and sustainability initiatives for a CBRE Healthcare account based in Oregon.

Role is hybrid, requiring at least 2-3 days on-site at the client’s location in Portland, Oregon.

• Develop energy management & sustainability strategy for clients' real estate portfolios, with a focus on compliance to Oregon State’s Energy Performance Standard Policy. Leveraging and maximizing incentive funding through Energy Trust of Oregon.
• Knowledge of healthcare environments and compliance requirements with best practices applied through initiatives accordingly.
• Ability to design energy program and roadmap for client’s carbon neutrality goals/commitments, including optimization, renewable energy opportunities, and REC purchasing strategies.
• Implement programs to achieve savings goals and targets by specified timelines
• Analyze energy and water consumption metrics to identify opportunities and create plans to sustain energy savings
• Lead identification and prioritization of energy capital projects, operational changes and physical plant upgrades, resulting in reduced energy consumption (may include HVAC, lighting, building envelope, demand response and controls, plug loads, distributed generation, employee engagement, and evaluating new technologies and services)
• Establish / monitor utilities budgets and identify trends, discrepancies and insights to inform operational strategies
• Provide forecasts of utility expenses throughout the portfolio
• Develop and evaluate financial viability of projects for budgeting and approval including development of engineering energy savings calculation, return on investment and potentially marginal abatement cost curve modeling
• Report clear and concise metrics on various energy and sustainability activities (cost savings, CO2, water, etc.), and achievements on prescribed intervals as requested by client
• Communicate plans and progress to all levels of staff through presentations and meetings
• Support water saving programs and recycling programs as requested
• Support new business pursuits and business development through relationship building and building walkthroughs
• Ability to perform energy analysis and energy efficiency calculations
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint, online software platforms, with the ability to use spreadsheets and data analysis applications
• Ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize and organize responsibilities. Strong project management and leadership skills
• Advanced, in-depth knowledge of sustainability and energy principles and concepts, particularly related to the healthcare built environment.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, building automation and control systems across a variety of building types
• Other duties as assigned.

• BS in engineering (electrical, mechanical, industrial, civil) or equivalent work experience
• Proven experience and knowledge around City of Portland and Oregon State Building Performance Standards, and experience working with Oregon Energy Trust for Incentive Finding. (Or similar State-run standards, i.e. Washington)
• Strong proven experience with energy conservation, energy management, performance contracting or energy engineering.
• Experience with building automation system/controls and commissioning/retro-commissioning processes and improvements ideal.
• Proven record of excellent internal and external customer service
• Professional Engineer (PE) and/or Certified Energy Manager (CEM) highly desired
• Sustainability Accreditation (e.g., LEED, or WELL AP) preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable, and courteous service to customers.
• Ability to effectively present information at various levels tactical personnel to strategic leadership.
• Ability to respond effectively to sensitive issues
• Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and commissions. Conducts advanced financial analysis
• Abilit…