Senior Energy Modeller / Sustainability Consultant | Building Services | Engineering Firm | Van[...]

Outpost Recruitment; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in energy and sustainable design is seeking an intermediate-senior Energy Modeller to join their dynamic team. This role involves conducting energy audits, leading building performance consulting, and providing expertise in HVAC system design and energy conservation. With a focus on innovative solutions for iconic projects across British Columbia, the position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work on diverse projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a background in energy modeling, and a commitment to sustainable design. Join a forward-thinking firm where your contributions will make a significant impact on the future of energy efficiency.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Annual bonuses (10% of base salary)

Health benefits program

12:30 finish on Fridays

20 paid vacation days

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in energy modeling and building performance consulting.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems and energy conservation measures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct energy audits and modeling for various building types.
• Lead projects ensuring timely delivery and high-quality standards.

Skills

Energy-efficient building design

HVAC systems knowledge

Energy modeling

Communication skills

Client service

Project management

Time management

Technical analysis communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration

Tools

IES Virtual Environment

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Lucid Chart

PowerPoint

Python

PowerBI

Job description

Engineering firm providing energy and sustainable design services for clients across Canada is currently seeking to hire an intermediate - senior level Energy Modeller. The Client delivers energy, carbon, and sustainability solutions to many of British Columbia's iconic projects across the commercial, institutional, residential, hospitality, educational, and industrial sectors. Salary range is $90,000 - $130,000 and locations in Vancouver, BC. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role.

Core Competencies of Senior Energy Modeller:

• Considerable background in energy-efficient building design and simulation, energy analysis studies, energy management, and incentive programs. Expert knowledge of HVAC and lighting systems, building control systems, building envelope design, energy conservation measures, greenhouse gas emissions, and building energy simulation programs are expected.
• Lead building performance consulting for new and existing buildings across various sectors, including healthcare and commercial real estate.
• Conduct energy audits, energy modeling, and carbon reduction analysis using industry-leading tools.
• Provide expertise in HVAC system design, building envelope optimization, lighting design, and control sequences to improve building performance.
• Oversee measurement & verification (M&V) planning, energy conservation measure analysis, and compliance.
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery while maintaining high-quality standards. Support funding applications and feasibility studies for energy efficiency projects, including incentives through CleanBC, BC Hydro, FortisBC, FCM Green Municipal Fund, CMHC, and other Canadian programs.
• Work directly with facilities operations teams, developers, general contractors, architects, and engineers to integrate sustainable design strategies.
• Advise clients on energy efficiency and carbon reduction strategies.
• Support development, monitoring, and adherence to energy and carbon targets for buildings.
• Support LEED and Zero Carbon Building certifications, including energy modeling for LEED EA credits.
• Guide and mentor junior engineers and energy modelers in building performance analysis and simulation techniques.
• Develop internal training materials, tools, and resources to improve team knowledge and efficiency.
• Ensure best practices in quality control and documentation for energy modeling and reporting.

Skills and Qualifications of Senior Energy Modeller:

• An excellent level of both written and spoken English.
• A personable character with an ability to foster good working relationships with clients.
• The ability to effectively communicate technical analysis, concepts, and ideas.
• Exceptional communication skills, the ability to provide excellent client service, and a commitment to sustainable design are essential for this position.
• Strong client-facing and time management skills.
• The ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• A proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel to create tools, manage workflows, and present data.
• An ability to use Microsoft Word, Lucid Chart, and PowerPoint for report writing, presentation, and illustrations.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Science, Energy Management, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration with EGBC, or other Canadian associations, or eligibility for registration.
• 5+ years of experience in building energy performance consulting, including energy modeling and analysis.
• Proficiency in IES Virtual Environment or equivalent energy modeling software, including APACHE HVAC for complex system simulation.
• Strong background in HVAC system design, control strategies, and energy conservation measures.
• Experience with Title 24, ASHRAE 90.1, NECB, BC Step Code, and the Vancouver Building Bylaw (VBBL).
• Knowledge of building envelope design, thermal performance, and renewable energy integration.
• Familiarity with LEED, WELL, Zero Carbon Building, and BOMA BEST certification frameworks.
• Experience in financial modeling, incentive programs, and government funding applications for energy efficiency projects.
• Strong report writing, presentation, and client communication skills.
• Experience preparing energy modeling documentation for LEED EA energy modeling credits.
• Experience working with healthcare institutions, government projects, or large commercial buildings.
• Familiarity with Python, Excel-based tools, PowerBI, or database management for workflow automation and data analysis.
• Knowledge of measurement & verification (M&V) methodologies following IPMVP standards.
• Project management experience.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Additional annual bonuses, typically in the region of 10% of base salary.
• Enrollment in health benefits program.
• 12:30 finish on Fridays.
• 20 paid vacation days.
• This position is primarily office-based, located in Vancouver, allowing for optimal team collaboration and a hands-on approach to learning our processes and systems. After an initial period of integration and performance evaluation, typically six months, we offer the flexibility to incorporate some remote work into your schedule. This hybrid approach is designed to balance effective teamwork and in-person interaction with the convenience and flexibility that remote work provides.

Ideal Candidate:

Only candidates with authorization to work in Canada will be considered. Please clearly highlight relevant work experience, project overviews, and project scale ($) in your resume.