Energy Audit Project Manager

The Vertex Companies LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 101,000 - 276,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

The Vertex Companies, LLC is seeking an Energy Audit Project Manager to lead site assessments, perform field oversight, and deliver energy reports for clients across the United States. The role requires coordinating with senior staff, managing field teams, and ensuring safety and quality on every site visit.

You will travel frequently to Illinois, Colorado, and other states, applying energy modeling tools and reporting results to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction management with extensive experience.
• Experience conducting commercial energy assessments across multiple sites.
• Willingness to travel throughout North America and perform field work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct commercial energy usage assessments, ASHRAE audits, and property condition assessments.
• Write and review energy reports and condition reports for clients.
• Coordinate subcontractor activities and ensure safety compliance on sites.
• Provide field oversight and lead project tasks to meet objectives and OKRs.
• Monitor data related to performance, deadlines, and timesheets.

Skills

Project management

Field inspections

Client communication

Safety compliance

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction management

11 years of related experience or 8 years with advanced degree

Tools

Energy modeling (EQUEST)

EPA Portfolio Manager

CAD

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a $180M global consulting firm that integrates strategic advisory, project management, and dispute resolution services for organizations facing complex challenges in a world of risk. We embody our core values of embracing lifelong learning, operating with urgency, maximizing value, and driving collaboration to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Join us if you are looking for a career that offers you a chance to love what you do and deliver meaningful impact.

Job Description

The Energy Audit Project Manager we are looking for will enjoy the challenge of working on multiple projects on a fast-paced schedule, working with senior staff to assess sites across the country, performing field work as well as providing field oversight on a variety of projects. This position is open to candidates in all parts of the United States, but will require frequent travel to various job sites in Illinois, Colorado, and other states.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct commercial energy usage assessments, ASHRAE audits, Property Condition Assessments and mechanical equipment reviews. Conduct/Direct field assessment activities.
• Write and review condition reports, energy audits and other assessment reports.
• Represent VERTEX to the client in a professional manner. Make employee safety a priority both in-house and on-site, in accordance with corporate policy.
• Schedule and coordinate subcontractor activities for projects.
• Prepare and implement Health and Safety Plans for the site where required.
• Make employee safety a priority both in-house and on-site, in accordance with corporate policy.
• Effectively coordinate with other team members as requested or assigned, able to provide technical work product review, and monitor own progress on assigned tasks or projects, and ensure work product produced by self is consistently high quality
• Support assigned manager in monitoring of all relevant data related to own performance such as individual utilization rate vs target, client deadlines, accurate and timely timesheet data, etc.
• Conduct own behavior in a "lead by example" manner, with emphasis on positivity
• Manage own tasks within assigned projects in support of meeting defined objectives and key results (OKRs).
• Perform quality control of all assigned service delivery and self-generated work product, maintaining an excellent reputation of quality
• Provide feedback to project team leader in a manner that assists with rapid identification and escalation of any client, or technical or operational challenges

Operations

• Be aware of and perform own tasks in a manner that supports the organization’s vision and defined business objectives
• Conduct self and prioritize tasks to work toward achievement of defined profit objectives of assigned projects
• Cooperate in construction of strong cross-functional teams (support staff assignments of self) to achieve success in shared goals, understanding that multiple perspectives and talents build stronger teams and results
• Complete daily tasks consistent with contract requirements and proactively alert assigned manager to any potential challenges or issues
• Ensure compliance of operations with all local, state and Federal (and International, if applicable) regulations, as well as compliance with company policy
• Ensure consistent high quality on deliverables for all individual work product
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Competencies

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction management and 8 years of related experience, a Master's degree and 6 years of related experience, or 11 years of related experience and no degree.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or Certified Energy Auditor (CEA) a plus.
• Construction and/or building science related experience with at least four years of experience conducting commercial building energy assessments.
• Experience with Fannie Mae Green Assessments for Multi-Family a plus.
• Frequent travel throughout North America and/or field work (valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required).
• Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with co-workers, clients and subcontractors.
• Able to work with minimal oversight, but take direction from Senior managers.
• Able to meet aggressive deadlines, both internally and externally.
• Other project duties as assigned by senior staff.

Knowledge & Skills

• Must be able to perform complex tasks and handle multiple priorities, and have the ability to perform exceptionally under high stress conditions.
• Knowledge of computer operations and standard software packages (word processing, spreadsheets, Adobe) required.
• Proficiency and experience with energy modeling software such as EQUEST, EPA Portfolio Manager a plus.
• Proficiency or working knowledge of CAD a plus.
• Special Health & Safety Certification pursuant to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 (HAZWOPER 40 Hour) is not required, but would be beneficial.

Physical Requirements

• Walk job sites during inspections, sometimes on uneven terrain, climbing stairs and ladders, accessing flat roofs.
• Carry field testing equipment (up to 30 pounds) onto job sites occasionally.
• Hands-On experience in the execution of Energy Auditing Services and development of energy conservation measures, determination of payback terms, energy modeling, experience with Property Condition Assessments and Environmental Assessments a plus.

Additional Information

• At VERTEX, we invest in top talent with a highly competitive total compensation package designed to reward performance and support long-term success. Total compensation includes a base salary and a performance-based discretionary bonus program.
• Our comprehensive benefits package offers multiple healthcare and dental plan options, as well as company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage—ensuring peace of mind for you and your family.
• We offer a 401(k) plan with immediate matching and full vesting, empowering employees to build financial security from day one.
• Additional benefits include Flexible Spending Accounts, a robust Employee Assistance Program, and a suite of exclusive perks that enhance everyday life.
• Time away matters—so we provide a generous paid time off program, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays (with prorated options for eligible part-time employees).
• At The Vertex Companies, our salary ranges are intentionally designed to support meaningful career growth over time. These ranges allow employees to develop, expand their impact, and increase their earnings as they progress within their job level. A new hire’s starting compensation is determined by their experience, geographical location, scope of the role at the time of hire and Company affordability. Our ranges are structured to reward growth and performance, ensuring there is room for advancement and long-term opportunity.

The Pay Range For This Role Is

• $101,000.00 - $276,000.00 USD annually (Geographical Tier A - Sample Locations: Irvine CA, Middlesex NJ, Tacoma WA, Boston, Alexandria)
• $92,000.00 - $253,000.00 USD annually (Geographical Tier B - Sample Locations - Baltimore, Chicago, Anchorage, Portland)