Energy and Utilities Manager

California State Polytechnic University-Pomona; California (MO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan with CalPERS

24 PTO days per year

14 paid holidays

Tuition fee waiver

Job summary

California State Polytechnic University-Pomona is seeking a senior facilities leader to guide Utility & Energy programs across campus.

Responsibilities include directing utility systems, coordinating with trades, and advancing sustainability goals while ensuring regulatory compliance and fiscal accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, Facilities Management, Energy Management, Sustainability, Environmental Science or Management, Construction Management, or a closely related technical or facilities-related field.
• 5–7 years of progressively responsible experience in utilities, energy management, facilities operations, engineering, or infrastructure systems.
• 3–5 years of experience supervising, leading, or providing technical direction to staff, contractors, or vendors in a facilities or utilities environment.
• Experience overseeing operation, maintenance, and reliability of complex utility or building systems.
• Experience with energy management, sustainability initiatives, and utility conservation programs.
• Experience in utility budgeting, financial forecasting, and revenue analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for planning, operation, and management of campus utility systems and related infrastructure.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to improve system reliability and energy efficiency.
• Develop and implement energy and sustainability strategies supporting decarbonization and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee utility procurement, rate analysis, energy purchasing, and financial planning.
• Ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and CSU policies governing utility operations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Energy Management, Sustainability, Environmental Science or Management, Construction Management, or a closely related technical or facilities-related field

Job description

Facilities Planning and Management (FP&M) leads the campus efforts in planning, development, and maintenance of the campus natural and built environments in support of the university’s mission. The department seeks to preserve and enhance CPP’s history, aesthetics, physical assets, and natural ecosystems through coordinated planning, design, and construction of buildings, transportation systems, infrastructure, landscaping and other physical improvements. As an advocate on behalf of the university and its auxiliaries, FPM strives to provide facilities that meet scope, budget, operational needs, functional and legal requirements. FP&M comprises approximately 160 facilities professionals and provides Facilities Operations and maintenance services, including custodial services, landscaping, recycling, building and mechanical trades, energy and utility management, fleet, and auto services.

Duties And Responsibilities

Utility & Energy Management

• Provide leadership for the planning, operation, and management of campus utility systems, including electrical, water, wastewater, stormwater, natural gas, thermal energy, central plant, and associated utility infrastructure.
• Partner with FPM leadership and the Electrical, HVAC, Controls, Plumbing, and Maintenance Shops to integrate utility operations with preventive maintenance, building system optimization, utility shutdowns, infrastructure renewal, deferred maintenance, and capital projects.
• Coordinate cross-functional trade activities to improve system reliability, energy efficiency, operational resiliency, regulatory compliance, and long-term asset performance while supporting the university's sustainability and decarbonization goals.
• Develop and implement short- and long-term utility, energy, and sustainability strategies that support energy efficiency, infrastructure resiliency, decarbonization, carbon reduction, regulatory compliance, and campus growth.
• Oversee utility procurement, rate analysis, energy purchasing, utility forecasting, consumption analysis, and financial planning to ensure reliable and cost-effective service delivery.
• Develop and maintain utility master plans, operating standards, procedures, and best practices that enhance system performance, reliability, sustainability, and lifecycle asset management.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulatory requirements to identify opportunities for operational improvements and infrastructure modernization.

Utility Infrastructure Operations & Maintenance

• Establish and oversee preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs that maximize asset performance, extend equipment life cycles, and reduce operational risk.
• Collaborate closely with FP&M leadership and the Trades Shops to optimize the performance, reliability, and energy efficiency of campus building systems to optimize the performance, reliability, and energy efficiency of campus building systems.
• Coordinates the implementation of energy conservation measures, building automation system (BAS) optimization, utility management initiatives, preventive maintenance strategies, and capital improvement projects that reduce energy consumption while maintaining occupant comfort, operational reliability, and regulatory compliance.
• Partners with trade supervisors to analyze building performance, prioritize energy-related maintenance and equipment upgrades, resolve system inefficiencies, and support campus sustainability, decarbonization, and utility cost reduction goals.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements governing utility operations, water systems, environmental programs, and related infrastructure.
• Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise for utility system maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, optimization, and emergency response activities.

Sustainability & Energy Programs

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for energy and sustainability programs, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, innovation, customer service, and continuous improvement.
• Lead campus energy management, sustainability, electrification, water conservation, and greenhouse gas reduction initiatives in support of CSU policies, climate action commitments, and carbon neutrality goals.
• Oversee advanced metering, utility monitoring, and energy management systems to support data-driven decision-making and performance optimization.
• Identify, develop, and implement energy conservation measures, infrastructure improvement projects, and system optimization strategies that reduce operating costs and environmental impacts.
• Monitor and report progress toward sustainability, energy efficiency, and greenhouse gas reduction objectives.
• Work collaboratively with the Sustainability team on campus energy and sustainability initiatives, projects, and programs; prioritize projects and work activities, providing direction, coordination, and support as needed.

Budget & Resource Management

• Work in close collaboration with Capital Finance & Budget Manager to develop, administer, and monitor operating and capital budgets for utility infrastructure, energy management, and sustainability programs.
• Forecast utility costs, manage expenditures, and ensure responsible fiscal stewardship, transparency, and accountability.
• Optimize staffing, workload distribution, contracted services, and resource allocation to support efficient and effective operations.
• Coordinate utility financial reporting, cost recovery programs, and recharge methodologies in collaboration with Capital Finance & Budget Manager and other campus partners, to support accurate financial tracking, transparency, and compliance with CSU policies and campus administrative procedures.

Administration & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, environmental requirements, CSU policies, and university standards governing utility operations and infrastructure.
• Develop technical standards, specifications, procurement documents, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and operational procedures supporting utility and energy programs.
• Oversee contractor and vendor performance to ensure quality, safety, contract compliance, and effective project execution.
• Conduct organizational assessments, personnel management activities, performance evaluations, and workforce development initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, Facilities Management, Energy Management, Sustainability, Environmental Science or Management, Construction Management, or a closely related technical or facilities-related field.
• Valid and in State Valid California Driver's License and proof of insurance
• 5–7 years of progressively responsible experience in utilities, energy management, facilities operations, engineering, or infrastructure systems.
• 3–5 years of experience supervising, leading, or providing technical direction to staff, contractors, or vendors in a facilities or utilities environment.
• Experience overseeing operation, maintenance, and reliability of complex utility or building systems, including preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
• Experience with energy management, sustainability initiatives, utility conservation programs, or efficiency projects, including data tracking, analysis, and reporting.
• Experience in utility budgeting, financial forecasting, and revenue analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Environmental Engineering)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) – Project Management Institute
• Experience with utility metering systems, building automation systems (BAS), or energy management systems (EMS).
• Experience supporting sustainability, decarbonization, or climate action initiatives at an organizational level.
• Experience in higher education, public agency, or large institutional environments.

Benefits and Total Rewards

• Pension plan with CalPERS, and other voluntary savings plans (403(b), 457, 401(k))
• Work-life balance - Accrue 24 PTO days per year, 14 paid Holidays, 1 personal holiday
• Health savings account, life and AD&D coverage, and more
• Tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents
• Auto/homeowners insurance, pet insurance, and pre‑paid legal services
• Child and elder care resources
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And more! Learn about the CSU’s Comprehensive Benefits Package.

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly Pomona provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly Pomona complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

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