Passive House Specialist - Project Manager/Field Verification

Ettinger Engineering Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ettinger Engineering Associates, based in New York, seeks a Passive House Project Manager to lead sustainable building projects. This role involves managing Passive House certification, coordinating with clients and teams, and ensuring high-energy performance standards are met. Ideal candidates will hold relevant degrees and certifications and possess proven experience in high-performance building design.

Benefits

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Experience managing Passive House projects.
• PHIUS Certified Passive House Consultant or Designer accreditation required.
• 5+ years in high-performance building project management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute Passive House certification for projects.
• Conduct design-phase and construction-phase verifications.
• Coordinate with clients and contractors to meet performance goals.

Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Energy Modeling

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture, engineering, building science

Tools

WUFI Passive

PHPP

THERM

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Ettinger Engineering Associates (EEA), a leader in sustainable MEP/FP and civil engineering design based in midtown Manhattan, is seeking a qualified Passive House Project Manager to lead and coordinate energy-focused work across our high-performance building portfolio. This is a unique opportunity for a technical expert in Passive House design and verification to take a key role in delivering multifamily, mixed-use, and institutional projects targeting PHI or PHIUS certification.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage and execute Passive House certification scope for new and existing building projects.

- Lead PHIUS/PHI project documentation, modeling, and quality control through all phases of design and construction.

- Coordinate and communicate with clients, design teams, contractors, and certifiers to ensure alignment with Passive House performance goals.

- Conduct design-phase and construction-phase verification, including field inspections, blower door testing, infrared scanning, and performance assessments.

- Support energy modeling using WUFI Passive, PHPP, or other platforms to inform and validate Passive House strategies.

- Review drawings, specifications, and submittals for Passive House and energy code compliance.

- Train and mentor junior staff in Passive House methodology and quality assurance processes.

- Stay current on evolving Passive House standards, NYC energy codes, and funding/incentive programs (e.g., NYSERDA, HPD, HCR).

Minimum Qualifications

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture, engineering, building science, or a related field.

- PHIUS Certified Passive House Consultant (CPHC) or PHI Certified Passive House Designer accreditation required.

- 5+ years of experience in high-performance building design and project management.

- Demonstrated experience with Passive House design and field verification on multifamily or commercial projects.

- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, air barriers, thermal bridging, and enclosure detailing.

-LEED Homes Green Rater and PH Field Verifier preferred

- Familiarity with LEED, ENERGY STAR, Enterprise Green Communities, and NYC/NYS energy codes is a plus.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

- Proficiency in WUFI Passive, PHPP, THERM, or other energy modeling and detailing tools preferred.

If you are passionate about energy performance and Passive House excellence, please send a resume labeled with your full name, minimum salary requirements, and a brief cover letter describing your experience with high-performance building projects.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

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