New Buildings Energy Performance Consultant

Resource Innovations

The Role

Overview

Promote energy efficiency in commercial buildings by consulting architects, engineers, and owners.

Key Responsibilities

  • energy modeling
  • utility programs
  • building audits
  • measurement verification
  • project pipeline
  • stakeholder engagement

Tasks

-Builds and maintains relationships with market actors such as architects, engineers, planners, energy modelers, raters, builders, owners, and commercial real estate organizations to promote high performance building strategies and technologies -Supports business development initiatives by serving as a new construction subject matter expert -Maintains a pipeline of projects and leads and see projects through to completion -Builds and reviews energy efficiency models using industry standard software (REM/Rate, eQUEST, EnergyPro, Trane Trace, etc.) -Responsible to build and maintain a pipeline of projects planning to participate in utility programs such that energy efficiency targets and goals are achieved. -Supports design, implementation, and continuous improvement of new construction utility offerings under the direction of Resource Innovations Leadership and Client Program Managers -Collaborates with program management, software, outreach, data analysis, customer service, and partner teams -Independently audits complex buildings, evaluates building systems, and identifies energy efficiency and sustainability opportunities. -Supports onsite and virtual measurements and verification of "as built" results after new buildings have been commissioned

Requirements

  • 2+ years
  • leed ap
  • construction degree
  • hvac
  • energysim
  • net zero

What You Bring

-2+ years of experience with energy efficiency building practices -Familiarity with Energy Use Intensity Metrics -Must be able to travel locally and domestically up to 30% of the time -Hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, and control systems is a plus -Extensive familiarity with state building codes and energy codes for commercial and multi-family new construction. (examples: Utah's IECC 2021, Washington WAC 51-11C) -LEED AP and -Degree (or equivalent experience) in Construction Management, Architecture, or Mechanical Engineering is required -Familiarity with Net Zero Strategies -Knowledge and experience with building science, systems and markets -Extensive familiarity with reading architectural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing construction drawings -Solid understanding of building systems (particularly lighting and HVAC) and/or sustainability practices is necessary -Demonstrated proficiency with building simulation software (e.g. REM/Rate, eQUEST, EnergyPro, Trane Trace, etc.) -Knowledge of Grid-Interactive Efficient Building (GEB) capabilities and initiatives -Experience with ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager

The Company

About Resource Innovations

-Merged with Nexant in 2021 and backed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners in 2024, accelerating its scale and reach. -Specializes in transforming utility operations through demand-side management, software systems, and advisory services. -Works on diverse projects—from residential weatherization to grid modernization, electrification, and utility marketplaces. -Operates globally but retains utility-scale focus, delivering integrated energy solutions at significant scale.

Sector Specialisms

Energy Efficiency

Electrification

Distributed Energy Resources

Clean Energy

Renewables

Microgrids

Smart Homes

Connected Devices

Utility Services

Government Energy Programs

Community Development

Energy Demand Management

Energy Software Solutions

Decarbonization

Sustainability Consulting

Energy Transformation

Energy Generation

Energy Distribution

Energy Consumption

Energy Savings Programs

Energy Engagement

Energy Analytics

Market Transformation

Codes and Standards

Emerging Technology

Security Clearance

-comprehensive background and reference check required. -pre‑employment drug screen may be required if applicable.