Reporting to the Director, Facilities Management, the Manager of Energy & Sustainability is responsible for the planning, coordination, and oversight of campus energy systems, utilities, and specialized technical services at Mount Allison University. The incumbent provides technical leadership related to energy management, heating plant operations, building automation systems, and associated infrastructure, and supports the University’s objectives related to safety, reliability, environmental sustainability, and regulatory compliance.
This position is responsible to ensure the energy efficient operation of the university’s heating plant systems, working closely with the Manager of Campus Infrastructure and Utilities and a team of Power Engineers and maintenance workers.
The incumbent works closely with Facilities Management staff, consultants, contractors, and internal and external stakeholders to ensure the effective operation, optimization, and renewal of complex building systems across campus. They are also responsible for providing technical advice as required on daily operations matters, as well as with respect to planning and execution of new projects.
As a member of the Facilities Management leadership team, this position plays a key role in ensuring energy efficient, sustainable, safe, clean and functional physical university facilities, and fostering employee engagement, development and teamwork through proactive communication and planning, innovation and leadership. This position is essential to the University’s ongoing efforts to improve the energy efficiency and environmental sustainability of its operations.
The incumbent requires a high level of technical expertise and independent judgment. Work is performed under the general direction of the Director, Facilities Management and involves responsibility for planning, analysis, coordination, and problem-solving related to energy and technical systems. The incumbent is expected to provide expert advice and recommendations, manage competing priorities, and respond to operational and emergency situations as required.
Responsibilities
Energy Management and Utilities
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee the operation and performance of campus energy systems, including the heating plant, energy distribution systems, and associated utilities.
- Monitor energy consumption and utility costs; analyze trends and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs.
- Support the development and implementation of energy management and conservation initiatives aligned with institutional sustainability goals.
- Coordinate energy metering, monitoring, and reporting activities.
Heating Plant and Critical Infrastructure
- Provide technical oversight of heating plant systems, including boilers, stacks, tanks, and related safety and emissions infrastructure.
- Ensure heating plant operations comply with applicable legislation, codes, permits, and regulatory requirements.
- Support contingency planning and operational continuity for critical energy infrastructure.
Building Automation and Technical Systems
- Oversee the operation, maintenance, and optimization of Siemens building automation system (BAS), controls, and monitoring platforms.
- Provide technical leadership related to HVAC controls, alarms, fire alarm system, access controls system and other similar systems.
- Coordinate commissioning, re-commissioning, and performance verification of building systems, particularly during new construction and major renovation projects.
Project and Consultant Coordination
- Provide technical input and oversight for capital projects and renewal initiatives related to energy and technical systems.
- Prepare and review technical scopes of work, specifications, and RFP documentation.
- Coordinate and oversee consultants and contractors to ensure work meets University standards and operational requirements.
- Review technical drawings, reports, and submissions for accuracy and suitability.
Leadership, Collaboration, and Support
- Provide technical guidance and support to Facilities Management staff, including trades, operators, and project managers.
- Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies on energy, safety, and infrastructure matters.
- Serve as a technical liaison with utilities, regulators, inspectors, and service providers.
- Participate in emergency response planning and provide after-hours technical support as required.
Compliance, Risk Management, and Documentation
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and best practices related to energy systems and building operations.
- Maintain accurate technical documentation, operating procedures, and system records.
Identify and assess technical risks associated with aging infrastructure and system performance, and recommend mitigation strategies.
Foster relationships with external contacts at other universities and in industry for benchmarking and research purposes.
Actively participate and contribute to FM leadership team planning and review activities to achieve intended outcomes.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
