Senior Energy/EnvironmentOriginal Posting Date 16-Dec-2011
STARS Requisition number 15008BR
Department Facilities
University Generic Title Senior Energy/Environment
Posting Position Title Director of Energy Management
Bargaining Unit None
Job Category Managerial & Professional
Type of Employment Full Time
Duration Type Regular
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Work Week Standard - 40.0 hrs (M-F, 8:00-5:00)
Work Location Central Campus
Worksite Address 2 Whitney
Position General Purpose/Overview of Responsibilities: Reporting to the Director of Utilities and Engineering with broad latitude to exercise a high level of independent judgment and initiative, develop, oversee and monitor comprehensive energy programs and initiatives for all of Yale Campuses in support of Yale's energy and sustainability goals and objectives. Responsible for developing and implementing processes and projects consistent with the University's long term utilities strategy while providing leadership to the department, including technical oversight of 24/7 Control Center Operations. Direct reports include the Senior Energy Conservation Engineer and Systems Engineer.
Essential Duties 1. Provide management and leadership in creating a campus wide Energy Policy/Program. Work to increase the visibility of energy management while assuring accountability and commitment from core parts of the organization. Obtain recognition for achievements.
2. Measure, track, evaluate and communicate results to Senior Management and Campus Departments.
3. Develop, oversee and monitor comprehensive energy programs and initiatives for all of Yale Campuses in support of Yale's energy and sustainability goals and objectives.
4. Build upon current master planning efforts and develop future planning for energy based initiatives.
5. Jointly manage the Control Center Operations (the campus energy management and control system) at Central Campus. Management responsibilities include technical operations and functionality, change compliance, hardware/software technical issues, integration within Capital Projects, continuous commissioning, trending and load shed programs.
6. Directly interface with the Campus Metering Program for all campuses and power plants to obtain, evaluate and reconcile utility metering data. Includes management of: data collection and historical analysis; interface with Distribution for maintenance and upkeep of meters; coordinate resulting energy changes to the appropriate accounts.
7. Manage the tracking and analysis of energy and water consumption for all campus buildings and utility power plants.
8. Develop and oversee the maintenance of monthly reports which document campus wide energy consumption and GHG Emissions, contain historical energy performance analysis, identify areas/buildings for potential energy improvements.
9. Identify, track and apply Utility and Government based incentive programs to current projects and initiatives.
10. Evaluate and recommend solutions for energy conservation both within buildings and within the power plants. Develop, formulate and implement energy based projects.
11. Support development and maintenance of design guidelines in support of energy initiatives and Control Center operations.
12. Provide leadership and inspiration to a staff of professionals and L35 Union employees. Create an atmosphere where by people can exchange ideas incorporating best practices and creativity. Foster a culture of teamwork with colleagues in Utilities/Engineering and with other departments. Provide administrative leadership for staff, evaluating performance and providing for training and professional development. Coordinate with the Facilities Business Office and Human Resources on any staff actions, such as hiring and staff relations matters. Maintain appropriate employee records.
13. Provide a high level of specialized expertise through participation with the University Budget, Investment and Procurement Offices in the development of purchase strategies for various utility commodities such as gas, electricity, oil, water and sewer.
14. Work in collaboration with the University Budget Office and the Facilities Business Office in the development of short and long term commodities budgets and financial projections.
15. Work in concert with Yale trade personnel in identifying and implementing energy based projects and initiatives.
16. Evaluate project energy and water LEED commitments.
17. Develop and manage a program for Measurement and Verification (M&V) as it relates to LEED projects and Continuous Commissioning efforts in collaboration with the Control Center and other Campus Departments.
18. Track, monitor and report on Campus wide water consumption.
19. Utilize internal and external resources for conducting energy analysis and site walkthroughs in support of developing energy savings based projects and/or initiatives.
20. Develop renewable energy strategies and initiatives on and off campus.
Required Education and Experience 1. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and ten years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Additional Education and Experience 1. Experience in strategic planning both in development and implementation.
2. Previous supervisory experience.
3. Experience with financial matters related to facility maintenance, operations and project engineering.
4. Experience with regulatory requirements of the energy industry, energy auditing, negotiating, coordinating and managing contracts in a multi-location environment.
5. Experience in energy engineering, utility cost analysis, facilities management, life cycle cost analysis with strong project management and estimating knowledge.
6. General Knowledge and experience with Building Automation Systems.
7. Preferred: Master's Degree in an appropriate discipline; professional engineer; certified energy manager.
Skills & Abilities 1. Advanced knowledge of management theory, principles and practices.
2. Well developed analytical, organizational, negotiating, financial management, management and supervisory skills.
3. Strong problem solving skills.
4. Demonstrated ability to manage people and organize effective project teams.
5. Ability to lead teams to develop cost savings initiatives related to energy use and drive efforts to completion.
6. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
7. Strong verbal and written communications and presentation skills.
8. Demonstrated leadership and strategic planning skills.
9. Well-developed computer skills. Proficiency with software tools such as Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and database computer programs.
10. Ability to be flexible; adaptable to changing priorities, programs and organizational goals including implementation thereof.
11. Professionalism, good judgment, strong code of ethics.
12. Ability to manage multiple projects/assignments and deadlines.
Weekend Hours Required? Occasional
Evening Hours Required? Occasional
Background Check Requirements All external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check. Please visit for additional information on the background check requirements and process.
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