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Engineering firm providing energy and sustainable design services for clients across Canada are currently seeking to hire 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.

• Energy Modeller will have 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.
• Mentorship & Team Development
• 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.

• 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 idea
• 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, 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

• 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

Only candidates with authorization to work in Canada will be considered.

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