Energy Program Manager

Compensation Grade: S21 Salary Range: $-$ Opening Date:
September 4, 2026 Closing Date:
September 19, 2026

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As an Energy Program Manager, you will advance the energy management goals of the Airports Authority, a leader in the industry in energy conservation and efficiency. Serves in the Airport Maintenance Department at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) or Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Advises on electrical and mechanical system operations at IAD or DCA pertaining to energy and resource management, conservation options, systems efficiency and reliability, and energy and utility services procurement.

Performs related functions. Reviews and analyzes IAD or DCA energy consumption in an effort to develop strategies for reducing energy usage and costs. Works across all divisions, departments, and organizations in a collaborative and proactive manner, utilizing existing and new energy-efficient technologies. Presents alternative procurement and operational strategies to minimize cost and maximize service reliability and makes recommendations to senior management for approval.

Provides technical support to the Utilities, Electrical Services and Equipment Maintenance Divisions for the continuing operation, maintenance, and repair of essential utilities/equipment for IAD or DCA. Reviews operations over five-year and longer planning periods and provides technical advice and assistance in matters of design and redesign of mechanical and electrical systems. Reviews specifications and design documents of utility, electrical, and mechanical systems for new construction, proposed changes or modifications of existing facility systems, and any major repairs.

Documents recommendations and concerns and forwards to responsible Planner, Project Engineer, Division Manager(s), and Department Manager(s). Plans and submits project recommendations that address existing or future requirements. Represents the Airport Maintenance Department in technical review and coordination discussions with electrical and mechanical designers, fabricators, and installation contractors for systems used at IAD or DCA. Acts as Project Manager and serves as Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR) for utility contracts including electricity, natural gas, water, and sanitary sewer.

Can assist with contracts for fossil fuels. Develops statements of work and leads evaluation committees through the request for proposal solicitation and award process. Coordinates with appropriate departments and the contractor’s team to ensure all contract deadlines and financial obligations are met. Monitors deliverables, approves or declines contractor invoices, and assists procurement in re-negotiating contracts based on contractor performance. Documents and reports on monthly utilities usage and costs in correlation to passenger count, square footage, and weather conditions.

Forecasts utilities usage and costs based on projections and other factors such as new facilities and develops annual utility budgets. Monitors preventive maintenance activities, discusses equipment operations and maintenance procedures with department managers, supervisors, and employees, and provides recommendations on process/procedure changes or corrective actions for proper start up, operation, and maintenance of equipment and controls. Requests and/or applies reliability engineering analyses on equipment and assets as able to improve equipment and asset reliability with a goal to optimize operational capability, efficiency, and effectiveness and minimize lifecycle costs.

Stays abreast of new technologies and strategies regarding energy reduction, resource conservation, and equipment optimization. Researches, identifies, and facilitates applicable training related to sustainability and energy management for airport employees. Researches grant opportunities and coordinates with applicable Authority offices to submit applications and secure funding. Leads all sustainability issues regarding energy use (electricity, natural gas, water, and fossil fuels) within Airport Maintenance, and represents the airport with internal and external stakeholders.

Serves as a member of the Airports Authority Sustainability Committee. Performs other duties as assigned.

Six years of progressively responsible experience in specifying, commissioning,…