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Southland Industries · 2 months ago

Senior Performance Assurance Specialist (M&V) - REMOTE

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

6+ years exp

Southland Industries is focused on providing innovative solutions in the energy sector. The Senior Performance Assurance Specialist is responsible for supporting measurement and verification activities during project development and execution, ensuring energy conservation measures perform as expected and managing client expectations throughout the contract performance period.

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Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Supports project development team during final project development

Key support roles include preparation of measurement and sampling plans, review of energy savings calculations and preparation of performance assurance plans

Savings calculation review includes review of data collected, key assumptions and all engineering calculations for accuracy, making sure that the calculation output and savings will be repeatable throughout the life of the contract

Coordinates the performance assurance process during implementation phase and throughout contract performance period including coordination of all federally mandated witnessing procedures

Monitors data gathering systems to track energy consumption during implementation and performance period

Collects and analyzes data during project execution to ensure that Energy Conservation Measures are performing as expected

Conducts performance assurance activities during the construction phase to calculate construction period savings based on as-built scope

Coordinates with construction staff to ensure that all equipment required for performance assurance is installed and calibrated as required

Recognizes potential shortfalls and elevates to management attention

Actively participates in the preparation of and execution of any required shortfall mitigation plans to minimize Southland’s performance risk while managing customer expectations

Prepares annual performance reports and conducts meetings with owners and clients to review energy performance targets on executed projects

Conducts recurring meetings with clients during the performance period to discuss project performance against contractual obligations, and to identify and resolve performance issues

Qualification

Measurement & Verification protocolsEnergy project contractingCertified M&V ProfessionalEMCS systemsMicrosoft ExcelCommunication skillsProject managementProblem-solving

Required

Demonstrated knowledge of energy project contracting tools, processes, and Measurement & Verification protocols

Good working knowledge of leveraging EMCS systems to monitor and capture data in support of saving verification

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Experienced in issues related to baseline adjustment approaches, managing client expectations and communication with high-level client leadership regarding project performance and achieved savings

Very strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficient with other Microsoft Office products including Word and PowerPoint

Effective at managing multiple projects, prioritizing and coordinating activities in order to meet deadlines

Ability to interact with internal team and external high-level client leadership in a way that promotes problem identification, shared understanding and willingness to work towards a solution

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or equivalent experience

Certified M&V Professional required

Minimum 6 years of performance assurance experience