Energy Manager

We transform the way people use energy.

We embrace a culture of belonging in the workplace.No matter who you are, where you’re from, how you think, what you believe in,or whom you love, we welcome your application. We all come from differentbackgrounds and different walks of life, bringing in unique perspectives andexperiences. We encourage applicationsfrom 2SLGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, African Nova Scotian, racialized persons, andPeople of Colour (BIPOC), women, newcomers to Canada, and people withdisabilities. Please let us know if you requireany accommodation in the application and interview process (including differentmaterials or otherwise).

About EfficiencyOne Our core values are

Integrity,Innovation, and Partnership.

EfficiencyOne is aleading efficiency enterprise delivering cost-effective energy efficiency andcarbon mitigation services across Nova Scotia and beyond.

Together, we helppeople save money, improve comfort, reduce environmental impact, and supportthe transition to a net-zero future.

Learn more about our impact here:

Why you’ll love working here:

Supportive culture that valueswork–life balance.

Inclusive, engaging teamenvironment.

Competitive salary and benefitsstarting day one.

Wellness programming, fitnesschallenges, and corporate gym memberships.

Professional development andgrowth opportunities.

Meaningful work supporting NovaScotia’s 2050 net-zero goal.

The Opportunity: The Energy Manager will be responsible for engaging with all stakeholders involved in provincial healthcare construction. Reporting to both the Manager, Energy Management Services at EfficiencyOne and an organizational lead, the Energy Manager will provide technical support related to energy efficiency for provincial healthcare new construction and large retrofits, as well as work with third-party engineering firms and contractors to influence energy management activities within the provincial government. The Energy Manager will be accountable for contributing to capital planning and assisting with the implementation of energy efficiency projects. Furthermore, the Energy Manager will support business case development for projects and packages of projects for buildings, as well as evaluate and apply for outside funding opportunities for energy efficiency projects.

Major activities include

Impacting major capital health projects through influencing the systems delivering infrastructure.

Work with stakeholders (DHW, NSH, Build NS/DPW) of new health construction projects to implement governance that will support Provincial Net Zero Legislation.

Create a roadmap document that outlines the resources needed to implement projects identified by the NSHA and IWK. The roadmap should also extrapolate the resources needed to meet provincial GHG emission targets.

To support this governance work, develop a guideline document that summarizes best design practices for energy efficiency in new healthcare facilities through engagement in lobbying groups and building on work completed within the NSHA.

Input to policies that support energy efficiency and decarbonization.

Drive investment in Energy Efficiency within Healthcare through provincial, federal, and special purpose funding avenues.

Support energy-related projects of provincial interest within healthcare (alternate fuels, electrification, etc.)

Provide the ‘energy lens’ to strategic planning for future infrastructure in NS, by demonstrating impacts in healthcare planning.

Responsible for contributing to energy projects and policy planning and assisting with the implementation of energy projects as well as identifying building optimization opportunities in a portfolio of existing buildings.

Responsible for involvement in Energy Management activities on both a technical, policy, and governance level for the assigned client.

Involved in Project management activities (budget reviews, work orders, communications, meetings, etc.).

Responsible for utilizing building automation systems and energy management information systems to track energy usage and identify energy savings opportunities.

Responsible for enrolling projects in building optimization programs and developing measurement and verification plans for building optimization projects.

Complete technical audits, recommend energy efficiency technologies, and prepare and assist in feasibility studies and business cases for approval.

Develop an understanding of the mechanical and electrical systems within client facilities.

Coordinate and administer EfficiencyOne project documentation, incentive applications, project development agreements, reports, and incentive applications.

Develop an understanding of the organization’s budgetary framework and procurement policies and contracts.