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Regional Energy Manager (REM)
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Position Number: 1511572
Location: Ann Arbor, MI
Position Type: Facilities Management

Regional Energy Manager (REM)

Job Opening ID: 174411
Work Location: Ann Arbor Campus
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
FLSA Status: Exempt
Organizational Group: Fo Sustainability
Department: F&O Sustainability
Posting Begin/End Date: 6/24/2019 7/01/2019
Salary: $75,000.00 $85,000.00
Paid Time Off:
Career Interest: Administration

How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary
Facilities and Operations (F&O) has primary responsibility for the stewardship of the university's physical properties, including nearly 36 million square feet of building space. We are responsible for sophisticated and complex academic, research and clinical facilities, as well as associated environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance. We strive to optimize our resources in order to support the university's commitment to academic excellence and cost containment. The Office of Campus Sustainability (OCS) is responsible for driving institutional sustainability efforts throughout operations, research, and healthcare. This position is a part of the Energy Management (EM) team, a subset of the OCS.

Reporting to the Manager of the Energy Management team, the Regional Energy Manager (REM) has the responsibility for the development and ongoing management of the organization's energy conservation program. Working in collaboration with building owners, building occupants, managers, and maintenance personnel, the REM ensures that assigned buildings are meeting the needs of occupants (faculty, staff, and students) while consuming the least amount of energy in respect to electricity, steam, natural gas, and water. The REM works with EM support staff to implement energy reduction methodologies and building system optimization.

Mission Statement
Facilities and Operations seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to sustain the excellence of the university, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives and ways of knowing and learning.

Responsibilities*

Fan scheduling & runtime reporting
Building walkthroughs to identify energy waste
Monitor monthly utility consumption for variations
Coordination with facilities maintenance groups (with a focus on energy conservation)
Occupant engagement
Steam trap testing - coordination
Main contact for building facility manager regarding energy issues
Review capital project plans and provide comments related to system selection/design for energy efficiency
Identify and analyze other potential operational savings
Building Automation System (BAS) programming/trend review
Lead building energy deep dives with engineering support
Develop scopes of work for re-commissioning projects
Identify potential Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) including cost analysis with payback period and GHG reduction impact
Identify and develop ECMs
Assist with ECM commissioning, measurement & verification, and closeout
Participate in budget planning process (as requested)
Other assignments as identified that result in decreased utility consumption
Create new and implement existing energy programs as opportunities arise
Support faculty-driven projects related to energy conservation

Required Qualifications*

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Architecture or a related technical degree
A minimum of 4 years experience in a facilities management environment
CEM Certification or equivalent certification
Demonstrated knowledge of building heating, ventilation, air conditioning, electrical, and water systems
Practical experience with digital building control technology and building automation systems (BAS)
Demonstrated experience in leading programs and projects
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing at all levels of an organization
Demonstrated proficiency with current computer technology and applications (i.e. Google Docs, Microsoft Office Suite, work management interface, etc.)

Experience working with a diverse population at all levels, including bargained for and non-bargained for staff, faculty, and students
Ability to travel frequently between sites across the U-M Ann Arbor campus
Ability to work autonomously and make self-directed decisions about priorities and work

Desired Qualifications*

Master's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Energy Systems Engineering
Experience working in research laboratory facilities and with associated building systems is highly desired
Passion for energy conservation and waste reduction activities or environmental action
Experience in a higher education, public service, or a non-profit organization is highly desired
Prior knowledge of and experience with commercial or university buildings
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams
Demonstrated proficiency with AiM software (work management interface)
Experience managing project rebates from utility provider

Work Schedule
Work schedule is primarily regular business hours; however, candidate must be able to adjust schedule for occasional after hours work-related duties.

Additional Information
Please submit cover letter and resume to the umjobs.org website and also email to: REMposting@umich.edu

Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

To apply, visit http://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/174411/regional_energy_manager_rem