Project Engineer II - Energy

Veregy LLC seeks a Project Engineer II - Energy in Chesterfield, MO. The role involves identifying and developing Energy Conservation Measures for Guaranteed Energy Savings Projects, requiring strong communication and leadership skills. Responsibilities include analyzing utility consumption, preparing cost estimates, facilitating subcontractor meetings, and ensuring project timelines and budgets are met. The position demands collaboration with a project development team to deliver eco-friendly solutions.
Veregy is an award-winning NAESCO-Accredited decarbonization company focusing on accelerating and simplifying Energy Transition. We provide turnkey engineering and construction services designed to reduce our clients' energy and operating costs through the implementation of energy efficiency and infrastructure upgrades, smart building technology, fleet EV infrastructure, clean energy generation, and sustainability.

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Summary of Position Functions

The Project Engineer II is responsible for the identification and development of Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) and Facility Improvement Measures (FIMs) that are the basis of Guaranteed Energy Savings Projects. The position requires an innovative solutions-oriented engineer. Leadership is required to work within the project development team to fully develop the solutions and stay on schedule. The team will typically comprise of an Account Manager, M&V specialist, and Project Manager. High importance is placed on communication skills to convey the solutions with accurate scopes of work, existing conditions, energy savings, and M&V plan. This position reports to the Engineering Manager.

Essential Position Functions
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Owners, Architects, Engineers, Project Team, Account Executive and Subcontractors.
• Communicate regularly with all team members regarding project development progress, open and closed tasks and issues.
• Analyze facility utility consumption, review capital and operating budgets, set preliminary performance targets and perform initial energy savings benchmarking.
• Conduct facility walk-thru to identify/verify preliminary scope items.
• Prepare a preliminary cost estimate for the Improvement Measures that address customer needs.
• Participate in the presentation of the Feasibility Report to the customer.
• Create a development plan, timeline, budget, and project development control index.
• Provide facility existing conditions descriptions, utility analysis, facility energy profile, preliminary facility improvement and energy conservation measure explanations.
• Identify potential Energy Savings, applicable Utility Rebates, or Incentives.
• Develop detailed MEP Scopes of Work, Specifications and Preliminary Implementation Schedule.
• Solicit bids from qualified contractors.
• Facilitate subcontractor pre-bid meeting and facility walk-thru with Regional Operations Manager and Project Developer.
• Address any Requests for Information.
• Receive subcontractor bids and review for completeness.
• Prepare final estimate and assess project risk.
• Complete energy savings calculations and/or energy modelling for the establishment of the project’s energy savings guarantee.
• Validate the Energy Savings Guarantee and M&V Plan.
• Participate in project interviews.
• Participate in final Turnover Meeting with the Development and Operations Teams.
• Assist the Regional Operations Manager with the review of Submittals and Shop Drawings.
• Support the Project Manager as required during Construction.

Note: The statements contained herein describe the essential functions of this position but should not be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.

Non-Essential Position Functions
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities
• None at this time.

Education and Qualifications

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Architectural Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 7+ years’ experience in energy-related field with experience in the development of Energy Conservation Measures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Proficiency in computer applications, preferably Microsoft Office with an understanding of Microsoft Excel, Project and PowerPoint.
• Strong relationship and communicative skills demonstrated by the ability to work collaboratively with a team of like-minded Professionals, Owner representatives, third-party consultants and/or subcontractor’s representatives.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
• Valid driver's license required.
• Professional Engineer Licensure and Certified Energy Manager credentials preferred.

Travel Requirement
• Some travel may be required.

Benefits
• Competitive Compensation.
• Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Leave, and Paid Time Off.
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans.
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions (%).
• Employer Sponsored Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance.
• Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Continued Education and Trade Certification Sponsorship (Specific Positions).
• Company Branded Trucks Provided (Specific Positions).

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Veregy, where employment is based upon capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic history, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.