Utilities Manager

SUMMARY
Overall responsibility for the management and operation of the Utility systems for a manufacturer in the north Richmond, Virginia area, including boilers, steam turbines, filtered water & wastewater treatment plants, and landfill. The objective of the role is to provide reliable, effective, low-cost utilities systems/support to the mill’s paper making operations. Helping to deliver quality products and services to customers, through continuous improvement efforts in a safe, reliable, effective, and team-oriented manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads the mill-wide efforts to improve the effectiveness of energy and utility systems.
• Develop strategies and create plans to reduce energy consumption and implement more energy-efficient technologies.
• Monitor usage and track energy consumption and identify areas for improvement.
• Educate and teach team members about energy-saving practices.
• Devises, provides, and manages systems to ensure adequate training and coaching of all department personnel.
• Negotiate contracts and work with contractors and external stakeholders, including energy suppliers.
• Stay up to date and keep current with energy legislation.
• Research and recommend new technologies and renewable sources.
• Collaborate and work with cross-functional teams to implement energy efficiency projects.
• Analyze data and identify trends and patterns in energy usage data.
• Ensures that policies and procedures are in place for the safe operation of boiler, water, and waste treatment, and landfill systems.
• Ensures operation of powerhouse, boiler, waste treatment, and landfill systems follow all environmental regulations.
• Communicates overall operations status of the Utilities systems to all levels of mill management.
• Works directly with Operations to improve the reliability and cost of delivered utilities.
• Plans, budgets, and administers preventive maintenance procedures and programs.
• Coordinates with Procurement all energy and utilities-related contracts.
• Creates and administers department safety programs that are in concert with mill programs.
• Develops and initiates programs and projects to improve the safety, reliability, and effectiveness of department operations.
• Provides information to management and all areas of the mill to generate awareness of energy usage and costs.
• Provides direction in development, design, installation, and start-up of utility, department, and related projects.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum +5 years of professional experience in energy or facility management, environmental services, engineering, or equivalent experience promoting resource efficiency within an organization.
• Experience managing energy consumption and operating costs related to a range of facility and asset types, including analyzing and evaluating data and using software and data management tools.
• Experience with budgeting, procurement, and contract documents, and financing, including grant programs.
• An ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with multiple stakeholders and demonstrates leadership experience.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Certified Energy Procurement Professional (CEP), Building Operator Certification (BOC), Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP), or other relevant credentials are preferred.
• Bachelor’s, master’s, or other advanced degrees in engineering, environmental science, resource management, or related field.
• Must have Aerobic Treatment and highly prefer an individual with Anaerobic Treatment experience.