Program Manager - Building Energy Performance

Salary range is $65k to $150k, with a midpoint of $105k. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including:

• Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement Plans: 401a - 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b - up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).
• Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.
• Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.
• Pet Insurance.
• ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.
• Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services.
• Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you'll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Under general direction, the Program Manager of Building Energy Performance oversees compliance with state and local energy efficiency and clean building regulations across Sound Transit's diverse portfolio of facilities and assets. This role plays a key role in improving building energy performance and reducing greenhouse gas emissions across our facilities in order to advance agency sustainability commitments and comply with energy regulatory requirements. This position will lead strategic development and implementation of energy efficiency and clean building compliance for existing buildings, while working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to optimize building energy performance and ensure regulatory adherence.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Develop and implement strategies to achieve compliance with energy efficiency and clean building regulatory requirements including, but not limited to, Washington's Clean Building Performance Standard, Seattle's Building Tune-Up policy, and Seattle's Building Emissions Performance Standards.
• Conduct energy audits and assessments of Sound Transit facilities, in compliance with regulatory requirements, to identify energy efficiency opportunities and areas for performance improvement.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Utilities & Resource Conservation, Facilities Maintenance, Engineering, and Sustainability teams, to develop, prioritize, and implement energy efficiency measures in compliance with State and local energy regulations.
• Identify and document technical and operational information, evaluate energy reduction and energy management opportunities, and develop recommendations for improvements.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to ensure projects adhere to energy efficiency standards and best practices.
• Support development and implementation of an enhanced building commissioning program that aligns with existing building energy performance requirements and industry best practices.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for energy regulatory agencies, ensuring timely and accurate reporting and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Monitor and evaluate emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in building energy management and resource conservation to identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical support to project managers, engineers, and facilities staff on energy-efficient operations, maintenance practices, and occupant behavior strategies.
• Prepare and submit required compliance documentation, reports, and certifications to regulatory agencies, including energy performance reports, energy management plans, and annual energy use intensity (EUI) calculations.
• Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.
• Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit's Equity & Inclusion Policy.
• It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees.
• It is the responsibility of all employees to integrate sustainability into everyday business practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Sustainability, Environmental Science, or closely related field, and four years of experience working in the energy efficiency, building commissioning, clean energy, or facilities management field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Licenses or Certifications:

• Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) Certified Energy Manager certification or similar qualifying certification.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Building energy systems and technologies, including HVAC, lighting, controls, and building envelope.
• Energy auditing and retro-commissioning methodologies.
• Building energy codes and standards, including ASHRAE, IECC, and local jurisdictional requirements.
• Project management principles with experience managing or implementing complex projects with the ability to coordinate, support, or manage multi-disciplinary staff and consultants.
• Energy benchmarking, data analysis, and performance tracking techniques.
• State and local regulatory compliance requirements related to building energy efficiency and clean building performance.
• Strategic and tactical energy management practices for commercial/industrial application.
• Advanced building energy efficiency and decarbonization principles.
• Communicating complex, technical information to diverse audiences.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis and reporting.
• Working independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.
• Analyzing and leveraging building performance data to inform decision-making.
• Conducting research and analysis and providing appropriate recommendations based on findings.
• Preparing and analyzing complex data and comprehensive reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and energy or building management software platforms.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work is performed both in a standard hybrid office and field environment, active light rail areas, commuter rail, and bus transit facilities.
• Positions working in field may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and/or extreme noise.
• Positions is responsible for performing a variety of buildings audits; may be subject to bending, climbing, crawling, grasping, hearing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, talking, seeing, walking, and carrying and lifting up to 25 pounds.
• The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.

Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status or other protected class.