Building Performance Analyst

Job Description

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. We are a trusted, full-service partner to public sector and government entities, K-12 schools, higher education, utilities, and healthcare customers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe.

At Ameresco, we show the way by developing, constructing and operating tailored smart energy efficiency solutions, distributed energy resources, and infrastructure upgrades that drive cost savings, resilience, decarbonization, and innovation. Our comprehensive portfolio is built to address the challenges of today and adapt the future, ensuring long-term sustainability and success for our customers.

Ameresco currently has a new opportunity for a Building Performance Analyst that will work as a member of the Asset Sustainability Group to support the delivery of Advisory Services and implementation of our AssetPlanner™ software suite. This team delivers best-in-class solutions for clients nationwide by applying comprehensive facility evaluations with sound data analysis principles. Primary duties of this role include energy use intensity analysis, facility and asset data capture, collection, and report generation. The role is ideal for a focused professional in a technical field, eager to gain hands-on experience in working with facility information (energy data, maintenance management, facility operations and capital planning) through the total cost of ownership lens. This position is remote in either Oregon or Washington.

Responsibilities

• Read, analyze and summarize recommendations for efficiency through construction drawings, operations and maintenance manuals, controls operating sequences/protocols, and standard operating procedures.
• Manage, schedule and conduct site visits with clients to document and geolocate assets, assess condition, identify unsafe access to assets/equipment/systems, capture building automation systems evidence of operation.
• Utilize Energy Star Portfolio Manager (ESPM) to benchmark energy consumption
• Perform energy use intensity calculations based upon ASHRAE 100.
• Identify existing maintenance approach and collect evidence of maintenance implementation.
• Identify existing training processes of maintenance and operations personnel and collect evidence of training implementation.
• Operate digital imagery tools including LiDAR scanning equipment, photogrammetry capture devices, and drones.
• Manage the quality assurance process to ensure that scope of collected facility information and data aligns with Ameresco established standards.
• Align asset inventory with respective preventative maintenance tasks.
• Operate various software applications including but not limited to; Grafana, PowerBI, Bluebeam, Microsoft Visio, and Autodesk applications.
• Collect customized PM (Preventative Maintenance) data for clients including asset inventory services and identify asset locations on a provided floorplan.
• Import existing client portfolio information into AssetPlanner™ including floorplan mapping and analysis to ensure imported data is correctly transferred.
• Participate in the implementation of AssetPlanner™ including configuration, client presentations and training sessions.
• Perform analysis and population of data within the Maintenance, Energy, Capital Planning and Project Planning modules of ASG's in-house software suite.
• Support Project Managers with project scheduling, time estimates, monthly status reports, and project delivery.
• Support Facility Condition Assessment activities in client facilities.
• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing systems, Construction Management.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.
• Fluency with Energy Star Portfolio Manager and energy benchmarking practice
• Ability to accurately identify varying assets and systems in a facility
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
• Attention to detail and organization skills
• Experience with technical report writing including ASHRAE Level 1 & 2 audits

Additional Qualifications

• Facility Management, Construction Management or Engineering certificate or degree a plus.
• Facility Management certification such as Building Operator Certification (BOC), certified commissioning professional (CxP) preferred
• Facility information experience with complex sets of data; experience working in a team; experience in facilities management and building science.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, mobile and tablet technology; experience with asset management software such as AssetPlanner™. Ability to learn new software applications quickly.
• Demonstrated technical data analysis ability combined with the ability to work in a collaborative environment with end-users, clients and other members of the software development and implementation teams.
• Demonstrated experience in Grafana, Power BI, and Bluebeam software applications.
• Excellent verbal, written, computer, technical communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to adapt to shifting tasks and priorities by breaking down complex tasks into manageable subtasks.
• Professional and courteous demeanor, interest in technology, building systems, and facilities, attentive to detail, interest in finance a plus.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently
• Ability to travel U.S./Canada up to 25%

The anticipated base salary range for this role is $70,000 - $121,500 (presented in good faith). In addition to base pay, employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, and may be eligible for performance incentives, bonuses, commissions, or equity, depending on the role.

Actual pay will depend on factors such as internal equity, skills, experience, education, certifications, and location. This range supports our commitment to pay transparency and compliance with applicable laws. Compensation may vary by work location, including remote arrangements.

We disclose salary ranges and benefits in all required external and internal postings and will provide further details upon request at any stage of the hiring process. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Ameresco challenges the brightest, most talented, and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that fosters initiative and achievement. We are proud of our comprehensive and competitive employee benefits, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans.

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Ameresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.