Senior Project Development Engineer; Federal - Energy Solutions - CMTA

Senior Project Development Engineer (Federal) - Energy Solutions - CMTA

CMTA, a Legence Company, is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission‑critical systems in buildings. The firm specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities.

CMTA is looking for a Senior Project Development Engineer in the federal market to support our Energy Solutions office in Nashville, TN. The role focuses on performance contracting and energy solutions for federal clients.

• Introduce and explain performance contracting to potential clients.
• Articulate how and why CMTA is unique in our approach to performance contracting.
• Lead the development phase including site visits, audits, energy calculations, etc.
• Direct the engineering design team producing drawings and specifications.
• Direct the bidding process.
• Develop the final contract with the client.
• Work with construction manager to ensure smooth construction period for the client.
• Direct the commissioning process.
• Be involved during warranty phase as required.
• Work with our M&V professional to develop the first year M&V report.

• Minimum 5 years of experience with an Energy Services company OR a consulting engineering/commissioning firm in the federal market.
• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or similar discipline.

• Familiarity with the DOE and/or Army Corps of Engineers IDIQ contract requirements
• Meeting cyber security requirements by DOD and other federal agencies
• Knowledge and understanding of the Unified Facility Guide criteria (UFGC) and Specifications (UFGS) for DoD
• Knowledge of building Utility Management and Control Systems (UMCS) and their operation
• Experience with building simulation and bin spreadsheet modeling of ECMs and calibrating analysis to the utility baseline
• Familiarity with building energy systems including HVAC, building automation systems, lighting, building envelope, and domestic water systems
• Microgrid and energy security
• Central steam plants
• Cogeneration

• Management
• Construction
• Engineering Design
• Energy
• HVAC Design
• Engineering
• Auditing
• Commissioning
• Measurement and Verification
• Consulting

We are unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

• Health & Welfare:
  Company paid medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, accident & sickness benefit, basic group life, AD&D, and Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off:
  Paid vacation, company paid holidays, and paid sick leave
• Financial: 401(k) retirement savings plan

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