The Energy and Sustainability Manager

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About the Job:

• Job Role: Energy and Sustainability Manager
• Job Location: San Bernardino, CA
• Job Type: Full Time - Hybrid
  
  

We are seeking a Energy and Sustainability Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Sustainability & Energy Manager to strengthen organizational capabilities in sustainable design, energy performance, electrification, and high-efficiency HVAC systems. This role focuses on internal staff development, client engagement, business development collaboration, and expanding sustainability-focused service offerings.

The ideal candidate will serve as the subject matter expert for energy modeling, decarbonization pathways, and advanced HVAC strategies while ensuring high-performance design outcomes across projects.

What We Offer:

• Fun, inclusive, and people-focused work environment.
• Flexible and hybrid work schedule options.
• Team-building activities and community engagement opportunities.
• Ongoing professional development and mentorship support.
• Assistance with certifications and licensing goals.
• Networking and continuing education opportunities through conferences and industry organizations.
• Collaborative team environment with cross-office project involvement.
• Strong commitment to company growth and employee career advancement.
  
  

Core Responsibilities

• Internal Staff Training & Technical Development
• Lead sustainability-focused training programs for Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Commissioning, and Technology teams.
• Develop concise guides and standards for Title 24, LEED v4.1/v5, CALGreen Tier 1/2, and electrification best practices.
• Mentor engineers and designers on high-performance HVAC systems, energy modeling interpretation, and carbon reduction strategies.
• Conduct quarterly sustainability training sessions covering new codes, technologies, and utility incentive programs.
• Oversee QA/QC processes for energy models, sustainability narratives, and BAS sequence integration.
• Represent the organization as a sustainability and electrification subject matter expert during client meetings, presentations, and workshops.
• Develop compelling sustainability narratives for proposals and planning efforts.
• Lead discussions regarding energy efficiency, electrification pathways, lifecycle carbon impacts, and ROI considerations.
• Build relationships with architects, developers, facility owners, school districts, and municipal agencies.
• Promote sustainability services through presentations, industry events, and educational sessions.
• Business Development & Marketing Collaboration
• Support Business Development and Marketing teams with sustainability-focused proposal content and interview preparation.
• Identify key differentiators and sustainability strategies tailored to project pursuits.
• Participate in fee strategy discussions and evaluate sustainability complexity and client expectations.
• Collaborate on thought leadership content, conference materials, and social media initiatives.
• Monitor evolving sustainability policies and market trends to support strategic growth initiatives.
• Sustainability Service Growth
• Develop and expand sustainability-focused service offerings, including:
• Electrification assessments
• Decarbonization master planning
• Energy modeling services
• EUI and carbon benchmarking dashboards
• Sustainability commissioning support
• Identify and pursue new clients seeking high-performance MEP design services.
• Assist clients in developing long-term sustainability roadmaps aligned with operational and budget goals.
• Evaluate grants, utility incentives, and energy-efficiency programs to improve client ROI and competitiveness.
• Support sustainability-related revenue forecasting and market expansion initiatives.
• High-Performance HVAC Leadership
• Provide technical leadership for sustainable HVAC systems, including:
• VRF DOAS systems
• Heat pump RTUs and hydronic heat pump plants
• Heat recovery chillers and hybrid systems
• HPWH and water reuse systems
• ERV/HRV systems and energy recovery solutions
• Central utility electrification strategies
• Lead system selection discussions utilizing EUI, lifecycle cost, carbon impact, and resiliency metrics.
• Ensure HVAC designs align with electrical and plumbing systems for electrification readiness.
• Review BAS sequences to optimize energy performance and commissioning alignment.
• Stay current with low-GWP refrigerant requirements and industry trends.
• Standards Development & Innovation
• Maintain sustainability standards, modeling templates, and design checklists.
• Standardize QA/QC procedures for energy modeling and documentation consistency.
• Research emerging technologies and evolving codes to maintain industry competitiveness.
• Lead pilot studies and innovative sustainable HVAC solution initiatives.
• Support development of sustainability dashboards and performance tracking metrics.
• Metrics, Reporting & Accountability
• Define and monitor KPIs, including:
• Percentage of projects utilizing sustainable systems
• EUI and carbon reduction metrics
• Energy modeling variance analysis
• Sustainability-related revenue growth and win rates
• Prepare quarterly sustainability and performance reports for leadership teams.
• Maintain data supporting business planning, financial forecasting, and performance measurement.
  
  

Required Background & Skills:

• Strong foundation in mechanical/HVAC engineering with hands-on design experience.
• Working knowledge of Title 24, CALGreen, LEED v4.1/v5, ASHRAE 90.1, and electrification codes.
• Experience with energy modeling platforms such as eQuest, EnergyPlus, IESVE, or Cove.tool.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to collaborate across engineering, commissioning, technology, business development, and marketing teams.
• Strong understanding of project fees, ROI analysis, sustainability positioning, and market strategy.