Green Building Analyst

~ Association for Energy Affordability (AEA) is a rapidly growing nonprofit energy services and training organization which is dedicated to achieving energy efficiency in buildings in order to foster and maintain affordable and healthy housing and communities. ~

Energy consulting services are completed through AEA's participation in a variety of federal, state, and local energy efficiency initiatives. AEA is a national organization, with over 20 years of industry experience and has been operating a West Coast office for over three years. The office has the energy and vitality of a startup with the support system of an accomplished and nationally recognized industry leading organization.  

Position Overview 

AEA seeks to add a Green Building Analyst to
its growing Green New Construction team, which provides energy-efficiency
design and construction solutions to affordable housing developers in New York State.    

The Green
Building Analyst assists in providing building owners and developers with expertise
that promotes high energy performance with a vision toward green or sustainable
building design. To learn more, click here. 

Responsibilities  

Under
supervision, the Green Building Analyst is responsible for energy analysis and modeling of residential
new and gut rehab construction projects. The
Green Building Analyst collaborates in energy modeling with a variety of internal
and external parties with a vision toward developing and implementing energy efficient and substainable residential
new construction projects.  

She or he evaluates
new multifamily building designs and makes design recommendations to reduce energy
consumption and minimize negative environmental impact, and promote healthy living.  

Responsibilities
include the following, and are subject to change as needed: 

• Develop multifamily building energy reduction plans by analyzing building
  designs in order to maximize energy efficiency.

• Create energy-efficiency models in conformance with program guidelines, utilizing building simulation software.  Review constuction documents and make recommendations for engergy efficiency improvements.

• Engage in a collaborative process with
  already established and/or new construction development teams comprised of building
  developers, architects, engineers, and/or general contractors in order to  communicate and promote the benefits of high-performance, energy-efficient design.

• Make recommendations to reduce energy
  consumption by evaluating potential technologies for building applications. 

• Collaborate with the new development teams in preparing and submitting reports to
  regulatory agencies, such as NYSERDA, NYSHCR,  and certifying bodies such as Enterprise, USGBC and Passive House Institute.

• May include visits to construction sites with other members of AEA's Green Buildings team
  and/or outside agents to engage in project oversight, including  testing and verification, including technical
  assessments.

• Work with project development teams to ensure compliance with targeted sustainability programs, such as NYSERDA, Enterprise Green Communities, LEED, Passive House, etc. 

Qualifications/Skills 

• B.A. or  B.S. with  a  major
  in Engineering, Architecture, Energy Management, Environmental Sciences, Urban
  Planning, or related field.

• Strong computer software and
  analytical and computational skills required.

• Good communication skills with the ability
  to convey technical information to audiences of varying backgrounds.

• Demonstrated interest in and commitment
  to the principles of energy conservation and green building design.

• Should have some technical knowledge regarding
  energy efficiency standards, green building standards and building science.

• Good organizational skills with the ability
  to maintain attention to detail and exercise good independent judgment.

• Ability to efficiently and effectively
  manage multiple projects and priorities within a team oriented office environment.

• Prior knowledge of modeling software
  (DOE-2, eQUEST, TREAT) preferred, but not required.

• Familiarity with ASHRAE  or Passive House Standards, LEED,  Enterprise Green Communities, and Passive House construction techniques a plus.

• LEED Professional Accreditation or certification as a Passive House Consultant or Tradesperson a
  plus. 

Physical Requirements:  

An essential portion of the responsibilities and time of the Green Building Analyst position will be performing field-based responsibilities including construction oversight, testing and verification, building inspections and similar work. The occupant of this position must be able to: 

• Bend, lift and carry up to 40 lbs. in order to transport, set up and operate building testing and verfification equipment; Ascend and descend stairs and ladders in order to travel from floor to floor;

• Stand, walk and move about for extended periods of time; Handle exposures to hot and cold temperatures, both outside and inside;

• Traverse rough surfaces, both inside and outside building properties; and

• Tolerate exposure to dust, fumes, mold, and other inhalants in order to conduct building inspections. 

To Apply 

• Please use the email address or fax number below to send your resume to the attention of Mary Patterson.

• Should you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency.  

~ Association For Energy Affordability, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer ~