Project Manager

Bright Power; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Lunch and Learns

Free Snacks

Hybrid work environment

Building Energy Efficiency Roundtables

Job summary

Bright Power seeks a Project Manager to join our Sustainability Services team in New York, NY. You will guide design and construction of multifamily and mixed-use buildings, coordinating with developers, architects, engineers, and contractors, and ensuring adherence to energy efficiency and green certification goals.

The role emphasizes decarbonization, building performance analysis, and on-site inspections, with a focus on codes and certifications like Energy Star, LEED, and Passive House.

Qualifications

• Degree related to Architecture, Engineering, Construction or equivalent.
• Experience with building energy modeling and analyzing results.
• Familiarity with energy codes and green certification programs (Energy Star, LEED, PHIUS, EGC).
• Strong communication and writing abilities; ability to convey complex concepts clearly.
• OSHA 10-HR and on-site experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage large multifamily projects pursuing green building certification.
• Advise on decarbonization and sustainability across building systems and design.
• Recommend energy efficiency and resiliency strategies with engineering calculations and simulations.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external design/construction partners to meet goals.
• Perform or review energy modeling and construction inspections for quality control.
• Liaise on program compliance and certifications (Energy Star, LEED, PHIUS).

Skills

Project management

Building energy modeling

Decarbonization

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Time management

Education

Architecture/Engineering/Construction degree

Job description

Reports to: Manager, Sustainability Services

Location: New York, NY

Bright Power is seeking a highly organized, dynamic, and enthusiastic Project Manager to join our Sustainability Services team. Project Managers work with real estate developers, contractors, architects, engineers, and contractors throughout the design and construction stages of new construction and rehabilitation projects. At Bright Power, our Project Managers consult on the design of predominately multifamily & mixed-use buildings, as well as perform a variety of inspections and tests throughout construction. These tasks are usually in line with different green building certification programs (Energy Star, Enterprise Green Communities, LEED, Passive House), incentive programs and energy code requirements.

Join Us

Bright Power works with forward-thinking owners and developers to identify, design, and implement custom energy and water solutions on a wide variety of systems. Our team is comprised of a diverse, talented, and hard-working group of individuals committed to making a positive impact on the environment.

Bright Power has been transformative in clean energy and sustainable housing for over 20 years. Our clients include affordable housing owners and developers, real estate investors and privately held firms, and some of the nation’s largest property managers.

We are passionate about reducing energy and water usage through the implementation of energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies. Our goal is to improve the health, comfort, and value of our buildings while cultivating the well-being of the planet. We are serious about delivering high-quality results, while having fun in the process. Every day we seek to have a positive impact on the world, one building at a time.

Primary Tasks:

• Manage large multifamily projects pursuing green building certification
• Advise on decarbonization and sustainability as it relates to all aspects of a project (i.e. building systems, building envelope assemblies, materials, constructability, site related improvements, active design etc.).
• Recommend energy efficiency and resiliency strategies supported by engineering calculations, building science, and simulations.
• Track progress of multiple projects simultaneously and work with other internal Bright Power team members as well as external design and construction teams to keep projects on track to meet performance/program goals
• Perform architectural and engineering design reviews and communicate feedback to design teams.
• Advise on requirements for relevant building certifications, including Energy Star, Enterprise Green Communities, LEED , and Passive House
• Perform or review energy modeling simulating projected building performance
• Perform construction inspections and testing to ensure quality installation of building envelope and mechanical systems, including air leakage testing such as blower door and duct leakage testing
• Maintain working knowledge of newest technologies and trends in the energy efficiency industry.
• Stay up to date on iterative changes related to ASHRAE Standards, Energy Code, certification programs and state/city energy incentives.
• Work towards developing subject matter expertise through the program champ initiative
• Complete documentation associated with program compliance and liaise with internal and external partners
• Improve team tools, processes, and deliverables by applying fresh eyes and diversified thought

Qualifications

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

• Education: Degree related to the fields of Architecture, Engineering, Construction, or other relevant academic programs. Multifamily residential project experience (preferred); single-family residential experience will be considered as well
• Knowledge of Passive House Institute US (Phius), Passive House Institute (PHI), ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction (ESMFNC), Enterprise Green Communities (EGC), LEED New Construction, and other rating/certification programs.
• Experience with or understanding of building energy modeling and analyzing results
• Work experience in engineering or architecture, particularly with an emphasis on building performance and sustainability
• Interpret and effectively communicate about architectural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and structural design documents. Strong understanding of engineering calculations for mechanical design including heating and cooling loads and ventilation. An understanding of building science and building envelope design, including a strong understanding of engineering calculations for mechanical design including heating and cooling loads and ventilation.
• Experience performing construction inspections or construction management is a plus
• Familiar with various mechanical HVAC equipment and able to identify system types
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to critically problem solve and troubleshoot independently
• Ability to analyze and disseminate data clearly
• Strong adaptable communication
• Strong writing abilities
• Asking constructive questions and knowing how to use available resources to build knowledge
• Proactivity and passion for leading a project team to implement high-performance best practices into building design and construction
• OSHA 10-HR and on site experience a plus

Salary Range: $75,000 - $95,000

Bright Power provides a modern and flexible hybrid office environment with the expectation that employees be in the office a minimum of 2 times per week. At the office, we provide free healthy snacks and beverages as well as weekly engagements such as lunch learning opportunities and fun gatherings. Once a month, we have a mandatory company meeting, where lunch is also provided. The office has plenty of bookable meeting spaces and flexible desk spaces. The building is secure with swipe access at main entry and office floor entry; office/building hours are typically 7am-10pm.

We are proud to provide the following "people inspired" offerings:

• Free Lunch and Learns (Thursdays)
• Free Snacks every day
• Office promotes recycling, composting, and plastic-free environment
• BEERs (Building Energy Efficiency Roundtables)- yes, we have BEER for learning and inspired events
• Sports Teams
• Flexible/hybrid work environment
• Holidays and Paid Time Off, including for volunteering

Job sites have inherent hazards, based on the activities performed at the site. Protective equipment (such as: work-boots, safety glasses, hardhats, hearing protection, etc.,) may be required to be worn at times while on a job site, due to construction and safety hazards that may be present. The noise level may warrant hearing protection. Visits to Job Sites may result in exposures to various hazards (such as: to extreme heat (100+F in boiler rooms), carbon monoxide, asbestos, lead paint, moldy dusty attics/crawlspaces, fiberglass insulation, hot pipes and/or hot metal, or high noise levels, etc.). Employees must be capable of using protective equipment and following specific safety procedures, as needed.

Physical Demands

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision and hearing abilities may be required by this job, which include close vision and ability to adjust focus based on the task and surrounding activity. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The ability for the use of tools (such as: powered hand tools and other types of tools, including but not limited to combustion appliances, machinery and motors that have moving parts, belts, pulleys, elevators, motors, pumps and/or fans) may be required. Equipment for working at height (such as: ladders, mechanical lifts, etc.,) may be required to be used. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bright Power provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Bright Power complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Bright Power expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Bright Power’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.