Senior Project Development Engineer; Federal - Energy Solutions

Company Overview

CMTA, a Legence company, is one of the fastest growing engineering firms in the U.S., with nationally recognized expertise in sustainable, high‑performance building engineering. We are a collaborative, innovative, and energetic team that leverages a data-driven, holistic approach to consulting engineering, performance contracting, and zero‑energy projects.

CMTA is looking for a Senior Project Development Engineer in the federal market to help in our Energy Solutions offices. The position focuses on performance contracting and requires a strong technical background, with HVAC design and commissioning experience being advantageous.

• 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 the construction manager to ensure a smooth construction period for the client.
• Direct the commissioning process.
• Be involved during the 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 a 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 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

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match: match up to 4% of eligible pay with immediate vesting.
• Health & Welfare Benefits:
  Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance:
  Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage.
• Time Off:
  Flexible non‑accrual vacation; company holidays per policy.
• Expenses:
  Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

We are unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

Employment Eligibility:
Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Reasonable Accommodations:
If you require assistance during the application or interview process, contact the hiring team to discuss accommodations.

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