Passive House Verifier & Energy Modeler

Massachusetts Clean Energy; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid vision and dental insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Generous paid time off: 15 days PTO + 11 holidays

Paid time off 15 days + 11 holidays

Employee referral program

Job summary

A building commissioning company in Worcester, MA is looking for an experienced professional to certify residential and multifamily projects under various energy standards. The role includes performing energy analysis, site inspections, and collaborating with a team to ensure compliance with performance standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience as a Certified Passive House Verifier. Excellent benefits include employer-paid vision and dental insurance, generous PTO, and a retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a Certified Passive House Verifier (Phius).
• Certifying projects like ENERGY STAR Homes or Zero Energy Ready Homes.
• Performing on-site inspections using diagnostic testing equipment.
• On-site inspections including blower door, duct leakage, and ventilation testing.
• Proficient energy analysis/benchmarking with common tools.
• Review documents for energy efficiency compliance and provide feedback.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Certify residential and multifamily projects under relevant standards.
• Conduct field inspections and diagnostic performance tests.
• Work closely with project teams to resolve technical issues.
• Prepare detailed reports and documentation for certification submissions.
• Stay current with evolving building performance standards; contribute to knowledge sharing.

Skills

Energy modeling and analysis

On-site inspections

Project certification

Collaboration with architects and engineers

Education

Bachelor of Science in engineering or architecture

Tools

eQuest

EnergyPlus

OpenStudio

WUFI

THERM

Job description

At Building Evolution, we’re more than a building commissioning company—we’re innovators shaping the future of building design and performance. Our mission is to deliver world‑class guidance, analysis, and consulting services that help clients achieve smarter, more efficient buildings.

We’re a team of passionate problem‑solvers from diverse backgrounds, united by a shared commitment to building performance and continuous learning. Collaboration isn’t just a buzzword here—it’s how we work every day. We teach, explore, and grow together, delivering forward‑thinking solutions that make a real impact.

If you’re ready to bring your expertise and curiosity to a culture that values innovation, sustainability, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Project Certification: Certify residential and multifamily projects under ENERGY STAR Homes, Indoor AirPLUS, Enterprise Green Communities (EGC), Zero Energy Ready Homes, and Passive House (Phius) standards.
• Energy Modeling & Analysis: Perform energy analysis and benchmarking using industry‑standard tools; develop and maintain energy models in software such as eQuest, EnergyPlus, OpenStudio, WUFI, and THERM.
• On‑Site Testing & Verification: Conduct field inspections and diagnostic testing, including blower door, duct leakage, and ventilation performance tests, ensuring compliance with program requirements.
• Technical Take‑Offs: Complete detailed take‑offs for building enclosure, mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and lighting systems to support energy modeling and certification processes.
• Quality Assurance: Review construction documents and specifications for compliance with energy efficiency and Passive House standards; provide feedback to project teams.
• Collaboration & Reporting: Work closely with architects, engineers, and contractors to resolve technical issues; prepare detailed reports and documentation for certification submissions.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with evolving building performance standards, modeling techniques, and sustainability best practices; contribute to team knowledge sharing and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, architecture, building technology, or similar.
• 5+ years of experience as a Certified Passive House Verifier (Phius), including HERS ratings on multifamily buildings.
• Certifying projects under ENERGY STAR Homes / Multifamily New Construction, Indoor AirPLUS, EGC, and Zero Energy Ready Home.
• Performing on‑site inspections, including blower door, duct leakage, and ventilation testing using diagnostic testing equipment.
• Demonstrable experience with common energy analysis/benchmarking and energy modeling software. Experience with eQuest, EnergyPlus, OpenStudio, WUFI, and THERM a plus.
• 100% employer‑paid vision and dental insurance
• 100% employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off: 15 days PTO + 11 company holidays
• Employee referral program

How to Apply

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