Building Performance Specialist

at  Stantec

DESCRIPTION

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.
Stantec is currently seeking a self-motivated engineer-in-training with specialized intermediate expertise in sustainable design, energy efficiency, and building energy simulation. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership within Stantec’s Sustainability and Building Performance team, including responsibility for delivering simulation assignments, working with energy modeling staff, and working with leadership to grow Stantec’s simulation practice.
The qualified candidate will have considerable background in energy-efficient system design and simulation, LEED rating systems, energy analysis studies, and energy management & incentive programs. A good knowledge of HVAC and lighting systems, building control systems, energy conservation measures, greenhouse gas emission, and building energy simulation programs is expected. Well-developed communication skills, the ability to provide excellent client service and a commitment to sustainable design are essential for this position.

YOUR CAPABILITIES AND CREDENTIALS:

• Strong background in energy-efficient system design and simulation, daylighting, LEED rating systems, energy analysis studies, and energy management & incentive programs.
• Experience with thermal comfort analysis, daylight simulation, life-cycle cost analysis, and/or existing building auditing preferred.
• Good knowledge of HVAC and lighting systems, building control systems, energy conservation measures, greenhouse gas emission, and building physics.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Eligibility for EGM/APEGM membership as an EIT or P.Eng.
• 5 years of experience in energy-efficient system design and simulation.
• LEED Accreditation would be an asset.
• Experience with simulation software: IES , and/or EnergyPlus.
• RETScreen experience would be anasset.
• Experience integrating BIM tools such as Revit with simulation tools such as IES would be an asset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and an ability to provide excellent client service.
• A commitment to sustainable design is essential for this position.
• Strong professional verbal and written communication skills -ability to communicate in a timely manner appropriate with clients and building design team members
  Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each others’ talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #DesignYourPlace
  Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a well-being program, health care spending account, wellness spending accounts, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
  Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
  The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
  Primary Location : Canada-Manitoba-Winnipeg
  Organization : BC-1154 Buildings-CA Manitoba
  Employee Status : Regular
  Job Level : Individual Contributor
  Travel : No
  Schedule : Full-time
  Job Posting : Feb 28, 2024, 12:20:08 PM
  Req ID: 240000YX
  Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

• Manage and deliver building performance and simulation assignments (whole building energy modeling, natural ventilation design, thermal comfort, CFD etc), and greenhouse gas emissions analysis
• Mentor more junior energy modeling staff
• Identify strategies and solutions, for clients that improve energy performance, indoor air quality, and thermal comfort.
• Prepare and periodically deliver presentations to clients and/or design teams.
• Prepare NECB 2017 Performance Compliance Path documentation for Buildings Permit submission
• Prepare LEED, Zero Carbon and other documentation associated with energy modeling; assist with coordination of other LEED documentation as necessary
• Perform energy audits in accordance with ASHRAE standards
  Qualifications