Energy & Facility Assessments Projects Manager (02004)

State of Montana•Helena, MT

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Architecture & Engineering Division (A&E) is seeking a collaborative professional with experience in architecture, engineering, facilities, or energy/building systems to support statewide facility planning and energy initiatives. In this role, you will work alongside architects, engineers, consultants, and agency partners to improve Montana’s public buildings through data-driven planning, energy efficiency, and capital project coordination. You will contribute to the State’s Long-Range Building Program by coordinating facility condition assessments, advancing energy conservation efforts, and supporting planning studies that guide future investments. This role offers a balance of technical analysis, project coordination, and cross-functional collaboration—while maintaining a strong focus on building performance and long-term value.

Requirements

Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Facilities Management, Energy/Building Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience working with cross-functional teams, consultants, or public sector stakeholders is preferred.
Alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Knowledge of building systems (facility assessment methodologies is a plus)
Knowledge of capital planning and project coordination principles
Knowledge of energy efficiency and sustainable building practices
Ability to analyze facility data and translate it into actionable planning insights
Ability to manage multiple priorities across assessment, energy, and planning workstreams
Ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, and agency partners
Ability to exercise sound judgment and support data-driven decision-making
Ability to build strong working relationships across a diverse stakeholder group
Ability to identify opportunities to improve building performance and long-term asset value

Nice To Haves

Experience with facility assessments, building systems, project coordination, or energy programs.
Familiarity with FCA practices and ability to interpret FCI data.
Experience with Archibus or energy analysis tools is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Coordinating Facility Condition Assessment (FCA) efforts by driving consultant work, participating in site evaluations, and maintaining accurate facility data in Archibus in collaboration with state agency partners.
Interpreting Facility Condition Index (FCI) data to help prioritize capital improvements and inform long-range planning.
Assisting with evaluation of energy conservation measures, including energy savings analysis and net present value calculations.
Coordinating utility rebates and supporting agency repayment agreements tied to energy projects.
Promoting energy-efficient design strategies in collaboration with project teams and stakeholders.
Supporting Long-Range Building Program (LRBP) planning, including preparation of project materials, feasibility studies, and capital development planning.
Collaborating with internal teams to align facility data, energy initiatives, and capital plans into a cohesive 6-year improvement strategy.