Energy Manager

HDR is a Top 10 Architectural & Engineering (A&E) firm in the United States as ranked by Engineering News Record and is also one of the largest employee-owned A&E companies in the United States. HDR has been selected to run the Installation Engineering and Installation Management functions of the Civil Engineer Squadron for the United Stated Air Force Academy (USAFA). As such, we will be placing a multi-disciplinary A&E team of 50+ professionals at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. The contract is expected to begin in early 2026 and covers an eight-year period from 2026 through 2034. The U.S. Air Force Academy is one of the premier universities in our country and is one of the most widely visited locations in all of Colorado. The Air Force Academy has a rich history and a unique mission to educate and train future Air Force leaders. HDR is honored to be selected for these components of the of the Base Maintenance Contract (BMC) in conjunction with Tessera, who will be running and leading the master contract with the Air Force. HDR will be performing wide-ranging facility management services to include but not limited to: planning, programming, design, asset management, construction inspection, energy management, real estate, environmental, cultural resources, space planning, CAD, GIS, cost estimating, and numerous other functions.

Ideal candidates will have knowledge and/or experience with federal contracts and/or the Air Force Civil Engineering Squadron. They will also have a strong enthusiasm to ensure the cadets and future Air Force Leaders live and learn in state-of-the-art facilities and have the necessary resources to serve our country to the best of their abilities.

This position is full time and located on-site at the USAFA. The expected start date is March 1, 2026.

In the role of Energy Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Work with our project teams to achieve energy-efficient building and system design
• Work with designers, architects and engineers from the beginning of the design process through construction documents to help optimize energy performance
• Manage or participate in energy audits of existing buildings to identify and investigate energy conservation and utility cost reduction measure
• Participate in charrette process and/or initial project meetings to discuss energy goals
• Recommend energy-efficient design solutions and energy-efficient technologies, including lighting, HVAC and building envelope measures
• Serve as a resource to other team members regarding state-of-the art building systems, such as advanced control strategies, daylighting design, natural ventilation, cogeneration and photovoltaic systems
• Develop detailed energy models using DOE-2 compliant software
• Prepare documentation required for obtaining LEED energy credits
• Serve as the base energy manager for the United States Air Force Academy
• Identify program energy management projects for execution via Energy Conservation Investment Program (ECIP), Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP), MILCON, and Energy Service Contracts (ESC) such as "Energy Saving Performance Contracts (ESPC) and Utility Energy Service contracts (UESC)
• Manage ECIP and FEMP programs, which includes preparation of programming documents; engineering analysis of energy and cost savings; preliminary cost estimates; life cycle cost analyses for submission to the government
• Conduct facility energy and water conservation audits of at least 10% of facility square footage per year utilizing UESC and ESPC contracts. Invoices are to be validated on a monthly basis
• On monthly basis, calculate and validate utility rates for each reimbursable consumer on base to ensure accurate billing. Provide rate calculations and results to the Contracting Officer's Representative and Civil Engineer Resource Advisor
• Prepare quarterly reports for 10 Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) on Energy Performance Index, and Metering and Budgeting Program.
• Respond to 10 CES data calls addressing current items of interest involving energy management
• Serve as the base focal point for utility programs and data compilation. Provide monthly utility consumption and cost data into Defense Utility Energy Reporting System. Submit reports to higher headquarters on a quarterly basis within 15 days after the reporting quarter.
• Support all applicable DoD energy targets and Air Force energy reduction goals for USAFA. Brief the Government on status at periodic energy steering group meetings.
• Schedule, coordinate, and conduct Energy Management Steering Group meetings at least quarterly
• Assist in the preparation for and participation in client and stakeholder information meetings, site data collection visits, stakeholder interviews, charrettes, and in-progress project reviews
• Plan, coordinate, staff, or otherwise arrange for the development, funding, processing, and management of energy projects
• Provide government with life-cycle cost effectiveness information for energy projects
• Review current client sustainability and energy utilization, technology, and methodologies, and provide recommendations to assist with energy and sustainability goal attainment
• Develop DD Form 1391 energy project programming documentation to include parametric cost estimate, alternatives analysis, and project requirement calculations
• Determine the feasibility of alternative energy generation methods, special financing for Federal energy projects.
• Perform site visits to any of the USAFA site locations to assist with communication, establish standard business processes, and ensure policy compliance.
• Participate in control systems and energy master planning efforts.
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years experience in DOD energy management
• Prior Air Force Civil Engineering Squadron experience preferred
• Ability to work in person and on site at United States Air Force Academy
• Ability to pass a background check
• Certified by the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE)
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• This position is subject to a governmental background check
• Due to client contract requirements US Citizenship - US naturalized citizen is required

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• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architectural Engineering or closely related field
• A minimum of 7 years experience
• Demonstrated practical experience, competence and proven expertise in evaluating state-of-the-art building designs and energy-efficiency technologies
• Thorough understanding of mechanical systems and controls and knowledge of the specialized requirements of highly technical facilities such as hospitals and laboratories
• Ability to develop detailed energy models with eQuest or other simulation software
• Experience working within the architectural design process
• Understanding of energy-efficient commercial lighting systems
• Availability to travel out of state
• Excellent presentation skills with the ability to speak with confidence to building owners, facility personnel, contractors, architects and engineers
• Excellent writing and documentation skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must