BPA III - Building Performance

McKinstry; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

McKinstry is seeking a Building Performance Analyst in Seattle, WA for the growing Zero+ Planning group. The role focuses on analyzing energy performance, decarbonization strategies, and coordinating with architects and engineers on new construction and retrofits.

The candidate should have 5+ years in engineering design, proficiency in energy modeling software (IES VE, EnergyPlus), and strong communication skills to present findings to non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Architectural Engineering, or equivalent
• Five years of engineering design or related experience preferred
• Professional credentials (e.g., LEED-AP, WELL-AP, LFA, CEM, CPHC) preferred

Responsibilities

• Analyze and report on existing building energy performance, benchmarking and weather regression.
• Establish baselines and track reductions from decarbonization measures.
• Collaborate with architects, MEP engineers and contractors across design phases to meet decarbonization goals.

Skills

Energy modeling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Technical communication

Education

BS in mechanical/architectural eng

Tools

IES VE

EnergyPlus

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are addingaBuildingPerformance Analystwith5+ years of experienceto our growingZero+Planning group in Seattle, WA.Position responsibilities include:

Technical

• Analyze and report onexisting buildingenergy performance; includes benchmarking, weather regression and other forms ofsavingstracking.
• Analyze utility usage patterns of facilities toestablisha baseline and track reductions due to the implementation of decarbonization measures.
• Work with multi-disciplinary project teams (architects, MEP engineers, general contractors, etc.) on new construction projects toestablishproject goals and help the team in achieving those goals. Work across the typical new construction design process (i.e.Concept Design to Construction Administration) todeliver onproject goals.
• Work with owners (see examples of clients below) of existing building portfolios to establish decarbonization goals andestablishpathways to achieving goals.
• Understand systems thatimpactbuilding energy usage and carbon emissions, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, renewables, and architectural. This is at the building, portfolio, and district level.
• Develop energy efficiency and carbon reduction measures at the building, portfolio, and district level.Assistinternal mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design teams in scoping measures.
• Perform whole building energy modeling via software such as IES VEfor new construction and existing buildings. Maintain energy models across the life of a project.
• Perform detailed building-level and district-level energy calculations using hourly spreadsheets and data analysis tools.
• Rank and prioritize decarbonization measures forownersand project teams, understanding their priorities and existing conditions.Provideinput on the impacts of different decarbonization strategies and/or design changes.
• Identifyprocess improvement opportunities anddevelopsinnovative workflows to streamline modeling and analysis processes.
• Carefully review own work and work delegated to others. Possess afully developed“sense” for when somethingdoesn’tseem right and initiate outreach for support and guidance.

Documentation

• Communicate complex technical topics for non-technical audiences via graphical reporting and dynamic data visualizationtools.
• Develop long-term decarbonization roadmaps for building, portfolio, and campus Owners toidentifypaths towardsachievingtheir long-term decarbonization goals.
• Develop compliance documentation for whole building energy modeling (e.g.Local Energy Code, LEED, Living Building Challenge, etc.).

Coordination and Communication

• Work directly with clients,and sometimes lead discussions with the client,throughout the life of the project.This includes regular meetings, milestone presentations, andgeneral coordination.
• Coordinate across various internal groups at McKinstry, such as Technical Services, Energy,EcoDistricts, Renewables and Electric Vehicles.
• Work with construction, cost estimating, and design teams toestablishpricing for decarbonization measures.
• Assist McKinstry’s implementation/construction side in implementing decarbonization strategies.
• Develop relationships with internal and external clients to gather information and build trust.
• Create project work plans for large tasksorsmall projects to match effortto project scope and fees.
• Network and engage with local professional societies,seek opportunities to present work at conferences.

Clients-We work with a broad range of clients, including:

• External Clients – Universities, local governments, private developers, private owners with multiple buildings/venues across the country, architects.
• Internal McKinstry Partners – Energy and Technical Services,EcoDistricts, Design Build New Construction.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry

• BA/BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or equivalent field of study or equivalent work experiencerequired.
• Five (5) years of experience in engineering design or related field is preferred.
• BEMP orotherprofessionalcredentials(e.g., LEED-AP, WELL-AP, LFA,CEM,CPHC, etc.) preferred.
• EIT or PE credential preferred.
• Proficiencyin interpersonal verbal and written communication (especially technical writing)required.
• Experience with whole building energy modeling software such as IES VEorEnergyPlusrequired.
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel, including use of Pivot Tables and/or Macrosrequired.
• Experience with graphic design software such as InDesign preferred.
• Some data analysis and/or experience with Python preferred.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau andPowerBIpreferred.
• Experience in evaluating construction drawingsrequired.
• Some construction or engineering-related work experience preferred.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• “Building Good” paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $39.20 - $62.31per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits,dependenton the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

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