Technical Coordinator, home energy efficiency

GoodWork.ca; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35-hour work week

Health benefits

RRSP with company contribution

Paid vacation and office closure

Flexible hours

Job summary

EnviroCentre in Ottawa seeks a Technical Coordinator to liaison with Registered Energy Advisors and contractors, verify energy audits, and create detailed work plans. You will troubleshoot sites and monitor progress to align with program standards and timelines.

The role demands strong knowledge of residential construction, retrofit best practices, and environmental sustainability, plus excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in green building, retrofits, construction, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of professional experience in residential building construction or retrofit work.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and effectively problem solve.
• Computer proficiency with MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Sound understanding of residential energy modeling and building science.
• Bilingualism (English/French) is a strong asset.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Experience with Hot2000 an asset.
• A general understanding of sustainability and environmental issues.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with energy advisors and installation contractors to ensure work meets program requirements and timelines.
• Troubleshoot site challenges and resolve workplan discrepancies.
• Provide required reporting and tracking information to leadership.
• Track, report, and resolve invoice discrepancies between insulation contractors.
• Create and update work plans.
• Collaborate with File Modellers to update work plans as required.
• Implement safety policies and industry standards to prevent injuries.
• Identify program needs and stay updated on retrofit best practices.
• Support tracking of program performance metrics and reporting.
• Maintain relationships with advisors, contractors, clients and stakeholders.
• Participate in or manage internal EnviroCentre committees and activities.
• Work in accordance with health and safety legislation and policies.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Deadlines management

MS Office proficiency

Building science knowledge

Independent working

Team collaboration

Client service focus

Education

Post-secondary education in green building

Tools

MS Office

Hot2000 (asset)

Job description

Home energy efficiency, green building, retrofits

Job Title: Technical Coordinator

Organization: EnviroCentre

Location: Ottawa,mustresidein the National Capital Region (Ottawa area)forsomein-personworkand meetings

Number of Positions: 1

Pay Grade: $59,000 - $66,000

PositionType: Full-time, permanent

Vacancy Status:Vacant Position

Reports to:Technical Manager

About Us

EnviroCentre is an Ottawa-based environmental not-for-profit that supports residents, enterprises, and communities to find practical ways to reduce their environmental impact in ways that benefit our communities. Our four key impact areas are Home Energy Efficiency, Sustainable Transportation, Waste and Circular Economy, and Green Infrastructure. We have been working for over twenty-five years to promote practical climate action and awareness in our local communities and Eastern Ontario, and we are one of the leading agencies in environmental action.

At EnviroCentre, we have a dynamic, growing, and engaged team of over 80 staff.We area fully remoteoffice andwillprovide the technology and tools to work effectively and collaborativelyright from home.We offercompetitive employment packages that includehealthbenefits, Communautomembership, andopportunitiesfor training and professional development.We approach our work with a collaborative mindset, and our growing team values everyone's contributions and ideas. We provide excellent working conditions with flexible hours.

Job Summary

The Technical Coordinator liaises with Registered Energy Advisors and installation contractors, performs quality checks on energy audits, troubleshoots site challenges and work plan discrepancies, and creates work plans for contractors. The Technical Coordinator should have a strong understanding of residential construction, retrofit work, retrofit industry standards and best practices, as well as a general understanding of environmental sustainability to support the Technical Manager in tracking and reporting work in progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaising with Registered Energy Advisors and installation contractors to ensure work is being completed in accordance with approved program requirements, standards, and timelines.
• Working with Registered Energy Advisors and installation contractors to troubleshoot site challenges and workplan discrepancies.
• Providing the Director of Energy Affordability Programs and the Technical Manager with all relevant information, including reporting and tracking, as required.
• Tracking, reporting, and resolving invoice discrepancies between insulation contractors.
• Creating work plans.
• Working in collaboration with the File Modellers to update workplans as required.
• Implementing EnviroCentre’s policies, procedures and protocols to prevent and reduce workplace risks and injuries. This includes regular verifications, knowledge of industry standards and safety practices.
• Helping to identify program needs.
• Staying up to date on technical advances in building science and retrofit best practices.
• Supporting the tracking of program performance objectives/metrics and associated reporting requirements.
• Maintaining effective working relationships with advisors, contractors, clients and other stakeholders.
• Participating in or managing internal EnviroCentre committees and activities that support broader organizational objectives.
• Working in accordance with applicable health and safety legislation, policies and procedures.
• Performing other duties as necessary.

Note:We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the screening and evaluation of applications for this position.

Skills And Experience

• Post-secondary education in green building, retrofits, construction, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of professional experience in residential building construction or retrofit work.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and effectively problem solve.
• Computer proficiency with MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Sound understanding of residential energy modeling and building science.
• Bilingualism (English/French) is a strong asset.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Experience with Hot2000 an asset.
• A general understanding of sustainability and environmental issues.
• Ability to lead and maintain an environment that embraces innovation.
• Analytical ability to solve problems with practical solutions.
• Ability to work independently and be self-directed.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills as well as the ability to work within a team.
• Ability to focus on client service and excellence.

Working Conditions

• EnviroCentre will provide the necessary technology and IT support
• Frequent computer use
• Occasional evening or weekend work

In addition to competitive pay, we offer:

• 35-hour work week and the ability to work flexible hours
• A workplace that supports work-life flexibility and a positive team culture
• Starting 3 weeks paid vacation per year, plus paid office closure between Christmas and New Year and summer half-day Fridays
• Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP) with company contribution equivalent to up to 5% of your base salary per year
• Health, dental, and wellness coverage for you and your dependents
• Paid sick days, and additional time off for personal and care responsibilities
• A caring, compassionate, and supportive work environment that recognizes that work is one of the many responsibilities we have to prioritize in our lives.

EnviroCentre is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or municipal laws. EnviroCentre is committed to a workplace where everyone can participate safely, freely and confidently. We encourage applications from individuals who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Peoples of Colour) and/or members of equity-deserving groups.

EnviroCentrerecognizes a diversity of backgrounds and experiences.If you do not have the formal experience described but can meet the requirements of the role and are willing to learn, we encourage you to apply and make your case in your cover letter. We are interested in a diverse team, and we are willing to train the right person.

EnviroCentreis committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, pleaseadviseusina timelyfashion of any accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair andequitablemanner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.