Assistant Director of Energy Management

Who's On the Move; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 84,820 - 112,520; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Carolina of Upstate seeks an Assistant Director of Energy Management to lead energy programs, campus facilities operations, and building systems oversight. This role reports to the Facilities Management Director and oversees energy efficiency projects, budget management, and utility data analysis.

Responsibilities span EMS programming, regulatory compliance, vendor coordination, and mentoring trade staff, with a focus on reliability, sustainability, and operational

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field and at least 5 years of experience in higher education facilities management.
• A valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• A successful background check is required.

Responsibilities

• Data Management & Analytics: Compile, analyze, and track monthly energy and utility consumption data.
• Administration: Manage operational budgets, analyze energy data, and review utility billing for accuracy.
• Area Oversight: Direct daily operations for Building and Operational Services; supervise trades.
• Asset Evaluation & Strategy: Develop lifecycle maintenance strategies and long-range infrastructure plans.
• System Administration: Serve as CMMS administrator and coordinate digital work orders.

Skills

Energy management

Leadership

Budget analysis

Building operations

EMS scheduling

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Associate degree or two-year vocational building certificate

Job description

Assistant Director of Energy Management
University of South Carolina of Upstate
STA00562PO26
Spartanburg, SC

The Assistant Director of Energy Management, reporting to the Facilities Management Director, oversees all university energy programs and building operations to include campus facilities maintenance, distribution systems, energy production plants, and all system-wide energy-consuming assets. Is responsible for planning, development, implementation, and management energy efficiency projects and sustainability initiatives; Management of operational budgets, analyze energy consumption data, and review utility billing for accuracy; Ensures full alignment with all applicable energy codes, regulatory policies, institutional guidelines, and industry best practices; Provides leadership and daily supervision for the delivery Building and Operational Services functions and execution of routine maintenance, preventative maintenance schedules, and facility repairs across carpentry, plumbing, painting, mechanical, and electrical systems within Facilities Management Department.

Data Management & Analytics

• Compile, analyze, and track monthly energy and utility consumption data, isolating performance breakdowns by individual building.
• Regulatory Compliance & Reporting: Input accurate consumption metrics into the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to facilitate statutory reporting to the South Carolina Energy Office.
• Building Automation Scheduling: Program and manage Building Energy Management Systems (EMS) to align heating, cooling, and lighting schedules with classrooms, special events, and variable facility use.
• Policy Support: Evaluate historical utility data to identify efficiency trends, Develop and implement energy-conservation policies.
• Waste Stream & Recycling Administration: Track campus-wide recycling and waste diversion metrics to generate comprehensive annual trash disposal and sustainability reports.
• Technical Guidance: Provide operational support and mentor field technicians on industry best practices for energy efficiency and system optimization.

Administration

• Manage operational budgets, analyze energy consumption data, and review utility billing for accuracy.
• Coordinate with the university Risk Manger comprehensive training, safety, and risk management programs across the Facilities Management Department.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with departmental managers to identify training needs, mitigate operational risks, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Area Oversight

• Direct daily operations within the Building and Operational Services areas to guarantee the continuous, efficient performance of system functions and facilities maintenance.
• Performance Management: Supervise technical teams and streamline maintenance workflows to minimize downtime and optimize campus infrastructure asset reliability.
• Hires, directs, and evaluates 3 FTE Trade Leads and 1 temporary trade. Provides safety oversight for a multidisciplinary crew including HVAC technicians, electricians, plumbers, carpenters, painters, locksmiths, and skilled trades workers.

Asset Evaluation and Strategy

• Continuous evaluation of facility systems to engineer, deploy, and manage comprehensive lifecycle maintenance strategies encompassing preventive, recurring, and major renovation planning and managing the financial impact.
• Strategic Lifecycle Planning: Develop and execute short- and long-range infrastructure plans, annual facility maintenance schedules, and rigorous physical inspections to maximize system uptime and longevity.
• Technical Vendor Oversight: Manage and audit the technical outputs of specialty trades, and external contractors for complex mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) infrastructure projects.
• Project Governance: Oversee, audit, and manage the technical performance of external consulting engineers and specialty contractors to ensure contract compliance, quality control, and adherence to project timelines.
• Design documents: Review capital project technical drawings to verify compliance with institutional standards, quality benchmarks, energy efficiency and serviceability.

System Administration

• Serve as the departmental administrator and technical coordinator for the Computerized Maintenance Management Work Order System (CMMS).
• Manage system configurations, streamline digital work order routing, and ensure data integrity across all departmental maintenance operations.
• Other duties as assigned for operational continuity to perform critical backup functions, safety adjustments, and ancillary facility duties as directed to maintain campus safety and operational standards.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in higher education facilities management, or an associate degree or two-year vocational building certificate and at least 7 years of experience in higher education facilities management. A valid driver’s license and good driving record. A successful background check is required.

Salary: $84,820 – $112,520; Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Work Schedule: Generally works 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. May have to work extended hours or weekend hours to support University activities. Exact work hours may be modified for seasonal patterns.

USC Upstate offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

The University of South Carolina is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution. Women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.