Team Lead, Energy Consulting

Sustainable Projects Group (SPG); Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Sustainable Projects Group (SPG) is looking for a Team Lead, Energy Consulting in Vancouver. This full-time role involves planning, leading a team of Energy Analysts, and managing projects to drive energy efficiency and GHG reduction initiatives. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field, experience in energy consulting, and leadership skills. The position offers a salary range of $80,000 to $90,000 per annum, along with the opportunity to contribute to meaningful climate action projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in energy consulting or sustainability.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience supervising technical staff.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Energy Analysts.
• Manage consulting projects including energy audits and GHG reduction pathways.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and oversee project deliverables.

Skills

Energy consulting

Leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field

Tools

Energy modelling software (e.g., RETScreen, eQuest)

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)

Job description

Sustainable Projects Group (SPG) is a design-build energy efficiency company that partners with industry leaders to achieve measurable energy savings through innovative solutions. Specializing in energy efficiency projects such as LED lighting upgrades, high-efficiency boiler and HVAC improvements, and building system retro‑commissioning, SPG customizes solutions to meet the unique needs of every client. Based on thorough energy audits, SPG identifies projects that deliver the highest savings potential and quick paybacks. Our diverse team of experts includes engineers, energy auditors, skilled trades professionals, and scientists, offering comprehensive expertise through a single point of contact to reduce project risks and costs.

Position Title: Team Lead, Energy Consulting

Reports to: Manager Energy Consulting

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000 per annum

Hours of Work:40 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Position Summary

As the Team Lead, Energy Consulting you will plan, organize, direct, and evaluate the work of a local team of Energy Analysts while overseeing technical consulting projects related to energy efficiency, building systems, and GHG reduction. Duties include:

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of Energy Analysts.
• Assign work, monitor performance, and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Oversee onboarding, training, and development of team members.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Manage team capacity, resource planning, and utilization targets.

Project Management

• Plan, manage, and execute consulting projects including energy audits, building condition assessments, and GHG reduction pathways.
• Review project contracts, proposals, and scopes of work.
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, deliverables, and quality control.
• Ensure all deliverables meet technical and quality standards before submission.
• Track and report on KPIs such as productivity, client satisfaction, and project profitability.

Technical Oversight

• Provide technical guidance on energy modelling, building systems, ECMs, and sustainability strategies.
• Review and validate technical analysis, modelling outputs, and recommendations.
• Support development of scalable solutions for building decarbonization.

Client Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for local clients.
• Build and maintain long‑term client relationships through regular meetings and check‑ins.
• Address client concerns and elevate issues when required.
• Support project close‑out and hand‑off to internal stakeholders.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Approve timesheets, expenses, overtime, and time‑off requests.
• Support conflict resolution and employee relations matters within the team.
• Organize team‑building activities and co‑working sessions to strengthen collaboration.

What We’re Looking For

Required Experience & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Building Science, or a related field (required).
• Professional Engineering designation (P.Eng.) is an asset.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in energy consulting, building systems, or sustainability.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience supervising or mentoring technical staff.
• Experience with project management, budgeting, and client relationship management.
• Experience with energy audits, ECMs, and energy modelling software (e.g., RETScreen, eQuest) is an asset.
• Strong leadership and team‑building abilities.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and visual).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Willingness to use personal mobile phone for business purposes.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Experience managing hybrid, remote, or distributed teams.
• Self‑starter with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Experience working with First Nations communities and/or non‑profit organizations is considered an asset.

Why Join SPG?

• Work on meaningful retrofit projects that directly support climate action.
• Be part of a collaborative, fast‑moving organization with room to shape how projects are delivered.
• Competitive salary with opportunities to grow alongside the business.