SUMMARY

The Building Performance Specialist I provides building energy engineering, commissioning, retro-commissioning and re-commissioning services to optimize building systems and operations for the purpose of achieving optimal operation and energy efficiency for the subject building systems. 

This position requires relevant experience in dealing with the operation of building mechanical systems, HVAC equipment and building controls.  A working knowledge of building electrical systems is also required.

 

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Energy Retrofit Project

Reviews current state of building equipment and identifies energy savings opportunities. Conducts analysis to determine project costs and expected energy savings. Prepares proposals summarizing project costs, expected energy savings and rationale for energy retrofit projects. Provides technical guidance to project managers for building energy retrofit projects. Reviews and/or develops scope of work in collaboration with project managers. Provides recommendations for new product selections and current product upgrade opportunities. Assists in the development of measurement, verification and monitoring methodologies to verify energy savings.

Commissioning / Re-commissioning Projects / Retro-commissioning Projects

Follows and completes standard processes for commissioning assignments. Reviews current state of building operations to identify opportunities to improve occupant comfort and energy savings. Provides recommendations for in-scope activities for re-commissioning projects. Assists in the development of procedures to perform re-commissioning activities. Performs re-commissioning activities such as making operational and system programming changes. Develops documentations outlining findings, operational and system programming changes performed.

 

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Minimum of 3-5 years relevant work experience with a university degree or professional certification (e.g. P. Eng, CMA, CGA or equivalent courses). Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, details and specifications. Knowledge of current construction practices. Knowledge and understanding of building automation systems. Knowledge and understanding of building HVAC systems. Solid understanding of all construction trades. Computer literate (MS Office). Trade background an asset. Ability to maintain composure while under high pressure, time sensitive project decisions while maintaining a sense of urgency. Exemplary work ethic. Experience conducting building condition assessments for mechanical systems would be an asset.

 

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

BCxA or ASHRAE Commissioning Designations an asset.