ICF
Senior Energy Engineering Manager – Energy Efficiency Programs
Location: Columbia, MD (Remote – Home Office with Local Travel)
The Senior Energy Engineering Manager will oversee and train a team of energy engineers that conduct engineering reviews of energy efficiency projects in commercial, industrial, schools, and government buildings. This individual will manage a team of five or more engineers by utilizing a unique combination of interpersonal and technical skills to be successful. The Engineering Manager will support project engineering reviews, oversee peer reviews, provide technical guidance, and ensure the engineering team remains current with relevant code, regulatory, policy, and procedural matters in order to provide technical guidance to the team and to clients. The Manager will also assist in identifying areas for improvement in processes and management resources, training, and innovation. This position involves exercising a high degree of technical rigor, people management capabilities, and mentorship. The Senior Energy Engineering Manager is a highly analytical and client‑centric position that includes working with utilities, recognizable Fortune 500 global corporations, as well as a variety of industry and Government organizations.
Why You Will Love Working Here
Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work‑life balance
Investment of community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)
What You Will Be Doing
Manage a team of internal and subcontracted energy engineers to successfully implement utility energy efficiency incentive programs.
Provide technical support, training, and mentorship to develop the engineering team’s expertise and capabilities.
Manage and lead engineering reviews of energy savings calculations for HVAC systems, Building Automation Controls, lighting and industrial equipment.
Provide guidance to engineering staff on best practices, baseline selection for existing buildings and new construction and preparing measurement and verification (EM&V) plans for energy savings verification.
Coordinate with utility program and project managers to manage review queues, identify priorities, and coordinate team efforts and deliverables.
Assess feasibility for new energy efficiency measures or disruptive technologies, liaise with clients to develop pilot studies and potential deemed savings methodologies.
Identify and arrange team training opportunities.
Coordinate with other team members and clients to develop strategies to influence the market and increase participation in programs.
Must have a reliable vehicle for local travel, which is required 5% to 20% of the time. (Reimbursement for mileage is provided.)
What We Need You To Have (minimum Qualifications)
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Energy, or related field
8+ years of energy efficiency design and implementation or ESCO experience
3+ years of engineering team and people management experience
5+ years demonstrated knowledge of lighting, motors, HVAC systems, building automation systems, or decarbonization technologies
3+ years of knowledge of energy code standards for any of the following existing building and new construction codes such as ASHRAE 90.1 (including Appendix G), ASHRAE 62.1, LEED/WELL and other Green Building standards
Professional Engineer (PE) license, Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certificate, or related certification
What We Would Like You To Have
Master’s degree in energy, electrical, mechanical, or related engineering field
Experience with standard EM&V protocols (IMPVP) and energy savings calculation methodologies such as bin hour calculations, whole building energy modeling and chiller/boiler plant load modeling
Knowledge of building decarbonization and experience developing and managing carbon neutral programs
Experience with analyzing utility interval data (AMR data) and regression modeling preferred
Experience training staff and junior engineers on engineering principles
Experienced with using Technical Resource Manuals (TRMs) and supervising the development of tools that utilize deemed savings methodologies
Provide insight and recommendations for program changes based on existing market knowledge and program trends
Professional Skills
Strong interpersonal skills and client service orientation; ability to connect quickly with others and establish rapport
Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to analyze situations, identify existing or potential problems, and recommend solutions
Ability to form and develop strategic relationships with industry stakeholders
Ability to work well in a fast‑paced and dynamic work environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills; effective listening and probing skills
Professional presentation and demeanor
Ability to work effectively as a people manager and in a team environment; ability to successfully work with all levels of internal staff, as well as outside clients and vendors
Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information
Self‑starter and highly motivated to excel
Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting‑edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world’s toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
Candidate AI Usage Policy At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in‑person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range The pay range for this position based on full‑time employment is: $143,663.00 - $244,227.00 (Nationwide Remote Office US99)
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Business Consulting and Services
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The Senior Energy Engineering Manager will oversee and train a team of energy engineers that conduct engineering reviews of energy efficiency projects in commercial, industrial, schools, and government buildings. This individual will manage a team of five or more engineers by utilizing a unique combination of interpersonal and technical skills to be successful. The Engineering Manager will support project engineering reviews, oversee peer reviews, provide technical guidance, and ensure the engineering team remains current with relevant code, regulatory, policy, and procedural matters in order to provide technical guidance to the team and to clients. The Manager will also assist in identifying areas for improvement in processes and management resources, training, and innovation. This position involves exercising a high degree of technical rigor, people management capabilities, and mentorship. The Senior Energy Engineering Manager is a highly analytical and client‑centric position that includes working with utilities, recognizable Fortune 500 global corporations, as well as a variety of industry and Government organizations.
Why You Will Love Working Here
Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work‑life balance
Investment of community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)
What You Will Be Doing
Manage a team of internal and subcontracted energy engineers to successfully implement utility energy efficiency incentive programs.
Provide technical support, training, and mentorship to develop the engineering team’s expertise and capabilities.
Manage and lead engineering reviews of energy savings calculations for HVAC systems, Building Automation Controls, lighting and industrial equipment.
Provide guidance to engineering staff on best practices, baseline selection for existing buildings and new construction and preparing measurement and verification (EM&V) plans for energy savings verification.
Coordinate with utility program and project managers to manage review queues, identify priorities, and coordinate team efforts and deliverables.
Assess feasibility for new energy efficiency measures or disruptive technologies, liaise with clients to develop pilot studies and potential deemed savings methodologies.
Identify and arrange team training opportunities.
Coordinate with other team members and clients to develop strategies to influence the market and increase participation in programs.
Must have a reliable vehicle for local travel, which is required 5% to 20% of the time. (Reimbursement for mileage is provided.)
What We Need You To Have (minimum Qualifications)
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Energy, or related field
8+ years of energy efficiency design and implementation or ESCO experience
3+ years of engineering team and people management experience
5+ years demonstrated knowledge of lighting, motors, HVAC systems, building automation systems, or decarbonization technologies
3+ years of knowledge of energy code standards for any of the following existing building and new construction codes such as ASHRAE 90.1 (including Appendix G), ASHRAE 62.1, LEED/WELL and other Green Building standards
Professional Engineer (PE) license, Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certificate, or related certification
What We Would Like You To Have
Master’s degree in energy, electrical, mechanical, or related engineering field
Experience with standard EM&V protocols (IMPVP) and energy savings calculation methodologies such as bin hour calculations, whole building energy modeling and chiller/boiler plant load modeling
Knowledge of building decarbonization and experience developing and managing carbon neutral programs
Experience with analyzing utility interval data (AMR data) and regression modeling preferred
Experience training staff and junior engineers on engineering principles
Experienced with using Technical Resource Manuals (TRMs) and supervising the development of tools that utilize deemed savings methodologies
Provide insight and recommendations for program changes based on existing market knowledge and program trends
Professional Skills
Strong interpersonal skills and client service orientation; ability to connect quickly with others and establish rapport
Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to analyze situations, identify existing or potential problems, and recommend solutions
Ability to form and develop strategic relationships with industry stakeholders
Ability to work well in a fast‑paced and dynamic work environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills; effective listening and probing skills
Professional presentation and demeanor
Ability to work effectively as a people manager and in a team environment; ability to successfully work with all levels of internal staff, as well as outside clients and vendors
Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information
Self‑starter and highly motivated to excel
Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting‑edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world’s toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
Candidate AI Usage Policy At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in‑person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range The pay range for this position based on full‑time employment is: $143,663.00 - $244,227.00 (Nationwide Remote Office US99)
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Business Consulting and Services
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