Energy Compliance Supervisor

at  FirstService Residential

JOB OVERVIEW:

This role’s main responsibility is to ensure the accurate and timely execution of energy compliance filings within the portfolio. Below is a breakdown of the specific areas within the role you will focus on including; management, development, deliverable execution, benchmarking, communications and data analysis.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Undergraduate degree
• Strong people leader who can delegate tasks efficiently
• 5 Years Working with Energy Data (EnergyStar Portfolio Manager, Utility Bill Data etc.)
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Capable of navigating unclear projects and advancing them effectively
• Strong project management skills /able to lead projects including cross-functional assignments
• Comfortable presenting to internal and external clients
• Able to explain complex data to stakeholders unfamiliar with Energy Data
• Able to analyze data and drive clear conclusions
• Advanced excel skills (Formulas, Pivot Tables, Power Query, etc…)
• Python is a plus
• Knowledge of NYC LL97, DC BEPS, MA BERDO and other BPS is a plus

Data

• Assist with compliance data entry, benchmarking, budgeting as needed to ensure deadlines for delivery are met.
• Ensure timely and accurate compliance data is updated in EMIS and other department programs.
• Ensure completeness of aggregate utility data and property profiles are maintained in Portfolio Manager.
• Work closely with manager on streamlining internal processes for compliance data collection, automation, data entry, and analysis.
• Ensure the Portfolio Manager is up to date and improvements to processes are implemented.
• Lead and standardize data analysis and reporting of portfolio level data looking for abnormalities

• Oversee and lead a team of energy data compliance professionals including their work production, timelines, and accuracy.
• Build out/on yearly calendar, tasks, and department deliverables.
• Lead and coordinate annual projects including ad-hoc data reports, energy filings, and quarterly budget reports.
• Conduct various associate managerial activities including performance reviews, goal planning, touchpoints and PTO requests etc.
• Train new members of the team on processes and effectiveness.
• Coach associates on career development and training needs for success in current and future roles.
• Ensure FirstService Energy SOP are developed for all team responsibilities and updated on an annual basis.
• Prioritize time based on project needs and management direction.
• Work with other department teams to streamline services and requests.
• Create key performance indicators to measure project progress.
• Provide status updates and feedback to managers and collaborate on improvements and integrations with other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance related tickets are completed in a timely manner.
• Look for and lead solutions to recurring problems to minimize time spent.
• Create static and dynamic reports for internal and external use.
• Provide feature updates and feedback required for effective compliance implementation.
• Development of dashboards for executive views of compliance processes and statistics.

Deliverables

• Ensures the timely delivery on an annual basis of Energy Reporting and Customer views for active regions and markets.
• Oversee Energy Label/Placard process and serve as final check to ensure.
• Provide compliance status updates and necessary information to be communicated.

Benchmarking

• Lead data team on energy benchmarking process and delivery including internal and external programs.
• Provide support and technical expertise on EnergyStar Portfolio Manager, energy benchmarking, Utility data.
• Troubleshooting when problems occur related to benchmarking.
• Tracking and ensuring resolution of errors and violations.
• Ensure 100% compliance of all properties in FirstService Energy portfolio.

Communications

• Coordinate with internal communications lead and provide external stakeholders updates regarding issues, data reviews, and timelines etc.
• Develop and provide webinars on Benchmarking for internal property manager groups.
• Attend board meetings as requested to review data and benchmarking.
• Manage and enforce timely response from team members on communications to internal and external stakeholders.

Analysis

• Conduct data analysis checks to assess the accuracy of information before submission.
• Guide the team in conducting data analysis checks.

Data

• Assist with compliance data entry, benchmarking, budgeting as needed to ensure deadlines for delivery are met.
• Ensure timely and accurate compliance data is updated in EMIS and other department programs.
• Ensure completeness of aggregate utility data and property profiles are maintained in Portfolio Manager.
• Work closely with manager on streamlining internal processes for compliance data collection, automation, data entry, and analysis.
• Ensure the Portfolio Manager is up to date and improvements to processes are implemented.
• Lead and standardize data analysis and reporting of portfolio level data looking for abnormalities.