Advanced Energy Codes Technical Manager

Location

Hybrid - 1-2 days/week in our Minneapolis office

Join Our Dynamic Market Transformation Team

We are looking for an Advanced Energy Codes Technical Manager to join our growing Market Transformation department. This role will report to the Director of Market Transformation Technologies. The Market Transformation team is responsible for accelerating the development and adoption of emerging energy efficiency technologies, bringing efficiency and electrification technologies and practices more rapidly to scale.

The person in this role will manage the technical aspects of our Energy Codes Program, within the Market Transformation department. This team is working closely with the State on their goal to dramatically increase the energy efficiency of new buildings over the next 15 years, through changes to the state energy code and increases in code compliance. You would carry out and direct others in the technical aspects of this work including identifying new technologies and approaches to incorporate into the code, and research and analysis to evaluate these new technologies and approaches. For code compliance, you would also help develop educational resources and deliver training to key stakeholders with a focus on technical subject matter.

This position will also provide technical support to existing market transformation initiatives, as well as scanning and assessing emerging technologies for future market transformation programs.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in building science, demonstrated experience in managing technical projects, and experience with energy efficiency in commercial buildings. Specific experience with energy codes is desired but not required.

Who We Are

Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) is a clean energy nonprofit with offices in North Loop of Minneapolis and Roseville.We provide practical energy solutions for homes, businesses, and communities to cut energy waste and harmful emissions. We collaborate regularly with field peers and partners, and we employ curious people who enjoy learning and contributing to the Midwest's quality of life and economy. Recognized as one of Minnesota's top 200 workplaces by the Star Tribune, CEE is known for its open communication, respect for diverse perspectives, and commitment to work-life balance.

What We Offer

Insurance Coverage Options: To ensure you and your family are well protected, we have got you covered with Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Saving Account, and Flexible Spending Accounts. Please see our 2025 Benefit Summary.

Impact: We want to make the world a better and more energy efficient place. Our work and the decisions we make are rooted in this foundational desire.

Future Planning: To help you secure your financial future, benefit from our retirement saving program. Reach your goal sooner with our immediate vestingand company contribution.

Work/Life Balance: We recognize the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and are dedicated to supporting our team members in various aspects of their lives. Our benefits include generous Paid Time Off (PTO), paid parental leave, and salary continuation for major medical events, ensuring that you have the support you need during significant life moments and personal challenges.

Holidays: Our company provides nine paid holidays each year, offering you ample time to observe important occasions and enjoy personal time.

Growth: We want everyone to grow and learn within their roles. We offer professional development opportunities and education assistance.

Championing DEI: Our committed DEI Committee promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment by establishing clear goals and assessing progress throughout the organization.

What You'll Do

Research and Analysis

• Serve as subject-matter expert on energy codes to inform program strategy and execution
• Work with other CEE technical staff and consultants to identify energy code changes (commercial and residential) that will increase efficiency and decrease emissions
• Consult with construction professionals to understand barriers to implementing potential energy code changes and develop a research agenda to understand and overcome these barriers
• Work with consultants and internal CEE staff to model energy savings from proposed code changes, utilizing industry best practices; note that modeling skills are not needed for this job (although that would be preferred), but familiarity with the basic principles of energy modeling is needed
• Oversee special research projects, such as an upcoming feasibility study of pathways to achieving a 70 percent energy efficiency improvement in residential new construction
• Research emerging technology, provide technical assistance, and help develop energy code strategies for market transformation initiatives

Communications and Education

• Develop and deliver presentations on proposed energy code changes and other related topics
• Develop productive relationships with leading commercial new construction industry professionals and regularly consult with them on energy code changes
• Write technical briefs and reports on new technologies and approaches for the energy code
• Work with other CEE staff to develop and deliver energy code training and educational resources

Project Management

• Oversee the technical work that is done for the Energy Codes Initiative, including responsibility for project management, quality, and timeliness of all deliverables
• Develop and maintain a workplan for energy code research, and work with internal CEE staff and consultants to execute the workplan

Other duties as assigned and apparent

Skills & Knowledge Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or similar technical training in building science principles
• At least 5 years of work experience in new construction building design, energy management, commercial energy audits, or related field
• Demonstrated experience in project management, including directly or indirectly supervising other team members
• Demonstrated ability to understand and communicate relevant technical subject matter
• Experience in applying building science principles on the job
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organization and time management skills
• Competency with Microsoft Office products including Word, PowerPoint and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of and background in energy codes and commercial HVAC design
• Experience in building plan review and/or energy simulation of commercial buildings
• Experience with commercial building controls

Compensation

Dependent on qualifications and experience, we expect the pay range upon hire for this position will be $120,000-128,000per year

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