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Building Energy Program Manager

McKinstry
McKinstry Salary
Seattle, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/17/2026

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

  • renewables and energy services
  • engineering and design
  • construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are currently seeking a Building Energy Program Manager to join McKinstry as a member of our growing Western Washington Energy division.  Our Program Managers lead a high performing cross-functional team that identifies, analyzes and develops innovative energy conservation projects for our clients at existing facilities.  Additionally, some responsibilities you will have include:

  • Energy project development.
  • Participates in design meetings with clients and the engineering team.
  • Defines project scope and intent.
  • Oversee estimates for projects, energy calculations, energy audits, and identify energy measures.
  • Assesses, manages and develops project delivery plan, schedule, budget and proposal outline.
  • Finalizes proposals that include scope of work, energy savings, and implementation plan and project financials.
  • Delivers proposals that meet client and project criteria and expectations.
  • Manage complex projects and multiple clients at once.
  • Successfully communicates project risks.
  • Develop final reports reiterating projects’ value.
  • Coordinates resources to ensure proper staffing on projects.
  • Manages project development budgets and schedules.
  • Recommends enhancements of client plans to help improve outcomes and reduce risk.
  • Establish goals for individual team members.
  • Form and lead project teams.
  • Client point of responsibility during project development.
  • Make presentations to a variety of internal and external audiences.
  • Report on the financial status of projects to stakeholders.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry

  • Demonstrated proficiency in the responsibilities listed above. 
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook required; working knowledge of SharePoint and Bluebeam preferred.
  • Four (4) year college level training in architecture, architectural engineering, engineering, mechanical/electrical engineering or related field, or equivalent professional experience required.
  • Five (5) years of existing building retrofit project experience required; education may substitute for experience.
  • PE, ASHRAE, AEE, LEED, CPM professional designations preferred. 

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

  • Competitive pay
  • 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

  • Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
  • Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
  • Transgender inclusive benefits
  • Commuter benefits
  • Pet insurance
  • “Building Good” paid community service time
  • Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
  • McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $92,520 - $152,200 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

Salary : $92,520 - $152,200

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