Senior Technical Manager, Building Codes & Policy

Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance•Chicago, IL

17h•$85,000 - $110,500•Hybrid

About The Position

MEEA is seeking a hybrid/remote Senior Technical Manager to join the Building Codes & Policy (BC&P) Team. This position will lead and expand MEEA’s technical capabilities and resources to help advance building energy codes and standards, Building Performance Standards (BPS), and other building policies at the local, state, and regional level across MEEA’s 13-state region. In this role, you will develop content and train code officials, builders, designers, and policymakers to ensure the benefits of building policies are realized in the Midwest. You will also lead new research and energy modeling-based analysis to inform building policy decisions, develop new technical resources and tools for industry stakeholders, and represent MEEA as a technical expert in building policy and regulatory activities. Success in this role requires a deep technical understanding of energy codes and building science, and the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences. You will work closely with the BC&P Director and collaboratively across all of MEEA’s teams and broader portfolio of work.

Requirements

B.A. or B.S. in engineering, architecture, building science, energy systems, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience.
Minimum 6 years of experience in energy efficiency, building technologies, energy codes & standards, appliance or equipment performance, sustainability, or related technical areas.
Deep understanding of energy codes (IECC, ASHRAE 90.1) and building science principles.
Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills, including explaining technical findings to non-technical audiences.
Track record of designing and leading independent technical research.
Hands-on experience with residential building energy modeling and cost-effectiveness analysis.
Proven project management experience, including managing budgets, deadlines and shifting priorities.
Prior experience directly supervising staff.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid work model.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in relevant field
Experience with building design, construction, or project management
Experience developing and delivering training or presenting building science topics in a professional setting
Proficiency in residential and commercial building energy modeling (e.g., EnergyPlus™)
Experience conducting energy and economic energy code analyses
Familiarity with BPS design and implementation

Responsibilities

Design and deliver virtual and in-person technical training for code officials, builders, design professionals, utilities, and policymakers across the region.
Coordinate educational and outreach activities to increase awareness and understanding of building energy policy and programs, including the key role of energy efficiency.
Develop new research concepts and lead research focused on energy codes, BPS, and intersecting research areas.
Lead residential and commercial energy modeling and cost-effectiveness analyses of proposed codes, amendments, stretch codes and other building policies.
Develop technical resources including compliance tools, code comparison documents, cost-effectiveness analyses, fact sheets and presentations to improve policy implementation.
Track construction and building policy trends across the region to serve as a resource for MEEA membership and other MEEA staff.
Serve as a primary technical representative in code development, code adoption and regulatory stakeholder proceedings.
Be a regional thought leader on energy codes, BPS, and emerging energy efficient technologies and construction practices.
Assist the BC&P Director in identifying and developing new strategic projects and initiatives to advance MEEA’s mission and maximize impacts.
Manage several BC&P projects, including budgeting, reporting, managing subcontractors and ensuring deliverables are met.
Supervise and mentor one to two BC&P staff, guiding their technical work and professional development.
Build lasting relationships with state and local officials, utilities, industry partners, and MEEA members and staff.
Escalate challenges, concerns, or barriers in a timely and constructive manner.
Operate with a high degree of initiative, accountability, collaboration and adaptability.
Demonstrate alignment with organizational priorities and decisions.
Timely and clear communication.
Model professionalism, collaboration and solutions-oriented leadership.