Hybrid Energy Advisory Account Manager

FirstService Residential; Fairfax (VA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

FirstService Energy is seeking an experienced Energy Advisor to support a diverse portfolio of residential and mixed-use properties across the United States and Canada. You will work with property managers, boards, and building operators to reduce energy consumption, lower costs, and advance sustainability goals.

This client-facing role combines technical energy market knowledge with strategic consulting and relationship management.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in building science, sustainability, energy auditing, energy consulting, commissioning, or related field.
• Strong understanding of utility rate structures, utility data analysis, and building energy performance analytics.
• Experience developing and implementing energy conservation and carbon reduction strategies.
• Advanced knowledge of commercial and multifamily building systems (Boilers, Chillers, BAS, DHW, etc.).
• Experience with energy regulation consulting across DC/PA/MA benchmarks and BERDO programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the regional subject matter expert for energy management, sustainability, decarbonization, and climate-related initiatives.
• Analyze utility rate structures and building consumption data to identify trends, anomalies, and savings opportunities.
• Conduct on-site building assessments and recommend energy and water efficiency upgrades and low-cost measures.
• Develop comprehensive energy reports that include savings estimates, ROI analyses, and implementation plans.
• Present findings to property managers and boards, including evening and in-person meetings.
• Identify and prioritize opportunities by targeting buildings based on energy spend and asset characteristics.
• Collaborate with internal teams to advance client energy strategies and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Energy management

Client relationship mgmt

Analytical skills

Building systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Sustainability, Environmental Science, Building Science, or related field

Certifications: CEM, EBCP, CBCP, LEED O+M, BPI Multifamily

Tools

RETScreen

EnergyCAP

Job description

FirstService Energy is seeking an experienced Energy Advisor to support a diverse portfolio of residential and mixed-use properties across the United States and Canada. You will work with property managers, boards, and building operators to reduce energy consumption, lower costs, and advance sustainability goals.

This client-facing role combines technical energy market knowledge with strategic consulting and relationship management.