Campus Engineer ​/ Energy Manager

Development and Execution of Energy Plan and Strategies

• Monitor and improve the energy efficiency of all AHEC facilities and school-owned buildings, identifying conservation measures to pursue.
• Develop and implement utility management strategies related to building heating/cooling, electrical usage, efficient irrigation, and water conservation.
• Audit existing facilities to identify energy savings opportunities and develop long- and short-term energy management goals.
• Develop a comprehensive Energy Management Plan in collaboration with AHEC Facilities and the Auraria Sustainable Campus Program (ASCP) to reduce energy use, save money, and advance the campus Climate Action Plan goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions 50% by 2030.
• Serve as the Facilities energy liaison to the ASCP, supporting its seven-pillar sustainability mission and identifying, scoping, and helping implement student-fee-funded energy and water efficiency projects across the three institutional partners (CCD, MSU Denver, and CU Denver).
• Prioritize no- and low-cost solutions first with an emphasis on short-term return on investment; research best practices at peer Colorado institutions and apply for grant programs.
• Build and lead a cross-functional campus energy team, engaging Facilities trades, the ASCP, institutional partners, and key stakeholders to foster a culture of energy conservation and sustainability.
• Initiate communication to campus on energy and cost-savings plans and strategies to create buy-in and participation, and provide training and outreach to increase staff awareness of energy management practices.

• Track and maintain energy consumption records using the Energy Cap database and ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager for State of Colorado benchmarking.
• Perform monthly meter reading with the support of AHEC trades.
• Oversee and review monthly utility billings to AHEC departments, institutional partners, and other tenants; evaluate metering opportunities and propose enhancements.
• Support the development of and monitor campus utility budgets.
• Negotiate the purchase of utilities where possible, including electricity, natural gas, and water.

• Serve as the primary contact to Project Management on all energy and utility-related projects, including those funded through the ASCP.
• Propose capital Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing projects and work closely with the AHEC Facilities Services Project Management Team during design, construction, and commissioning to ensure sustainable building practices.
• Support the Project Management Team by reviewing project specifications and submittals for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and energy-related systems to ensure conformance with campus standards, maintainability, and energy-efficiency goals.
• Contribute to the development and ongoing update of campus construction standards and specifications, keeping energy, utility, and building-system requirements current with industry advancements, applicable codes, and ASHRAE/LEED best practices.
• Lead commissioning of new construction and retro-commissioning of existing buildings and systems, using ASHRAE energy audit procedures (Levels 1–3) to identify and correct performance deficiencies and restore optimal system operation.
• Monitor the effectiveness of energy efficiency / renewable energy projects, perform measurement and verification (M&V) of projected savings, and report progress when requested.
• Research, present, and utilize utility, local, state, and federal rebate and incentive programs, and explore Energy Performance Contracting to implement energy efficiency initiatives.

• Partner with AHEC Trades to maximize operational efficiency and cost savings:
  • Plumbing: track and evaluate water usage to proactively address potential water leaks.
  • HVAC: evaluate existing HVAC systems and Building Automation System (BAS) settings to improve occupant comfort and identify opportunities for repairs, operational improvements, and energy savings.
  • HVAC Scheduling: work with the HVAC trades to establish and…