Senior Building Performance Consultant

AECOM is seeking a Senior Building Performance Consultant for its Canada Buildings and Places group. This role focuses on high-performance design and sustainable building consulting, including energy modelling and decarbonization strategies. Candidates should have a background in Engineering, Building Science, or Architecture, with at least 6 years of experience in the building industry. The position is remote and involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams on innovative projects.
About the position

AECOM is actively seeking a talented and highly motivated Senior Building Performance Consultant to join the Canada Buildings and Places (B+P) group. This multidisciplinary team provides high-performance design leadership and consulting on sustainable buildings and communities, with projects ranging from net-zero buildings to large-scale eco-city planning. This is a newly created position offering the opportunity to contribute to innovative and impactful projects. The ideal candidate has a background in Engineering, Building Science, Architecture, or a related field, with demonstrated experience in the green building sector and strong expertise in building energy simulation. They are a collaborative team player, able to work effectively in multidisciplinary environments while delivering high-quality analysis under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

Lead whole-building performance modelling and analysis, including design option evaluations, ASHRAE 90.1 / NECB / TGS energy modelling, daylight simulations, parametric modelling, and embodied carbon analysisSupport clients in achieving net-zero and decarbonization goals through advanced modelling and strategy developmentPerform high-level energy analysis for campuses and building portfolios using energy planning tools and AI-driven analyticsReview mechanical, electrical, and architectural drawings and specifications against sustainability and performance targetsPrepare and present technical results and recommendations to clients and project teamsProduce detailed reports outlining energy modelling results, certification pathways, and design strategiesConduct research and technical analysis to support project deliveryCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide performance-driven design feedbackSupport sustainability strategies, energy planning, and resiliency initiativesContribute to green building certification submissionsManage complex projects, ensuring quality and timely deliveryMentor junior staff and support knowledge-sharing in energy modelling and sustainable designRequirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Building Science, Architecture, or related field6+ years in the building industry, including 4+ years in energy modellingProficiency with IES-VENice-to-haves

Strong experience delivering end-to-end building energy modelling (incl. QA/QC)Proficiency with tools such as EnergyPlus, eQuest, DesignBuilder, OpenStudio, Trane TraceExperience with parametric modelling (e.g., Grasshopper, Dynamo)Knowledge of energy codes and standards (ASHRAE 90.1, NECB, SB-10)Experience with energy audits (ASHRAE Level 1–3), decarbonization strategies, and net-zero designFamiliarity with green building certifications (LEED, Zero Carbon, Passive House)Experience with LCA, embodied carbon, and LCCA (e.g., Athena, OneClick LCA)Exposure to tools such as RETScreen, Ladybug, WUFI, Insight 360, ThermExperience across sectors (institutional, transit, industrial, etc.)Site audits, data collection, and M&V experienceMaster’s degree in a relevant fieldP.Eng. designationCertifications such as LEED AP, CEM, BEMP, WELL APBilingual (French and English)Project management and ability to lead multidisciplinary teamsStrong communication and client-facing skillsAnalytical, detail-oriented, and problem-solving mindsetAble to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentBenefits

medicaldentalvisionlifeAD&Ddisability benefitspaid time offleaves of absencesvoluntary benefitsperksflexible work optionswell-being resourcesemployee assistance programbusiness travel insuranceservice recognition awardsretirement savings planemployee stock purchase plan