Energy & Facility Assessments Projects Manager

Job Description – Energy & Facility Assessments Projects Manager (02004) )

Position Title: Energy & Facility Assessments Projects Manager (02004) –

What is this career opportunity?

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.

• 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 six‑year improvement strategy.

Minimum

Education and Experience:

• 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.
• Plus skills (we’ll train the right person):
  • Experience with facility assessments, building systems, project coordination, or energy programs.
  • Familiarity with FCA practices and ability to interpret FCI data.
  • Experience working with cross‑functional teams, consultants, or public sector stakeholders is preferred.
  • Experience with Archibus or energy analysis tools is helpful but not required.

Knowledge of:

• Building systems (facility assessment methodologies are a plus)
• Capital planning and project coordination principles
• Energy efficiency and sustainable building practices

Ability to:

• Analyze facility data and translate it into actionable planning insights
• Manage multiple priorities across assessment, energy, and planning work streams
• Communicate clearly with technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, and agency partners
• Exercise sound judgment and support data‑driven decision‑making
• Build strong working relationships across a diverse stakeholder group
• Identify opportunities to improve building performance and long‑term asset value

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and three professional business references. (You do not need to complete the “work experience” or the “education & certifications” portion of the application process in our recruiting system; you only need to upload the requested documentation.)

• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays (additional benefits may be available)

• This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Only online applications are accepted.
• The Department of Administration participates in E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a…