Energy Manager

Blackstone Energy Services Inc.

Energy Manager supporting Energy-as-a-Service programs in Durham Region. Collaborating with facilities to drive energy savings and carbon reduction initiatives.

Posted 7/22/2026contractDurham Region • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in energy management and optimization, with a strong focus on HVAC systems, building performance, and retro-commissioning. Proficient in developing KPIs, conducting energy assessments, and implementing energy conservation measures while collaborating effectively with various stakeholders.

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Energy ManagementHVAC Systems UnderstandingMeasurement and Verification (M&V)Energy Manager in Training (EMIT)Energy Analytics

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Hard Skills

Energy Performance TrackingBuilding Automation Systems (BAS)Fault Detection and Diagnostics (FDD)Data Collection and AnalysisEnergy Efficiency AssessmentRetro-CommissioningKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)Mechanical Systems ReviewEnergy Savings VerificationProject Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingCoachingDecision-Making

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft VisioENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager (ESPM)RETScreen

Certifications & Qualifications

Energy Manager in Training (EMIT)Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)Certified Energy Manager (CEM)

Industry Keywords

Energy EfficiencyGreenhouse Gas (GHG) ReductionBuilding PerformanceInstitutional EnvironmentsCommercial Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support energy tracking at the facilities using available utility data, submeters, and BAS trends to understand performance, identify abnormal consumption patterns, and verify savings from implemented measures.
Develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure energy performance is being maintained and enhanced.
Perform primary assessments by reviewing existing energy studies, commissioning reports, BAS documentation, and prior assessments, and completing walk-throughs of major mechanical systems and process areas to identify performance improvement opportunities.
Review and understand mechanical systems and BAS controls, including control sequences, operating schedules, setpoints, and reset strategies.
Recommend practical sequencing and scheduling improvements to enhance energy performance while maintaining comfort and reliability.
Coordinate proposed changes with the client’s facilities team and work with controls trades to bring suggested improvements to fruition.
Use analytics and Fault Detection and Diagnostics (FDD) outputs to support troubleshooting and retro-commissioning activities.
Liaise with BAS technicians and controls contractors to validate findings and support implementation of corrective actions.
Review installations of equipment delivered through EaaS Project to verify conformance with energy saving requirements and design intent.
Identify, assess, prioritize, and recommend energy efficiency and GHG reduction opportunities across operational, maintenance, retro-commissioning, and capital measures.
Develop action plans linking issues to fixes and projects, and support business cases and applications to Save on Energy, Strategic Energy Management (SEM), and other programs to maximize available funding.
Work collaboratively with Blackstone project managers and construction managers on the implementation of energy conservation measures through technical scoping, sequence review, commissioning and re-commissioning support, and post-implementation performance checks.
Support Measurement and Verification (M&V) plans across the campus, including collecting and maintaining baseline and post-retrofit data to document savings outcomes and inform continuous improvement.
Collaborate effectively with building operators, trades, BAS technicians, project teams, and client’s leadership to summarize issues, explain technical problems clearly, and drive timely decision-making.
Deliver practical training and coaching to help sustain improvements.
Maintain a project registry of energy savings opportunities, with key project data such as estimated savings and costs, status tracking, ownership, and next steps, and complete other reporting requirements associated with the Energy Manager program.
Work to meet all applicable Energy Manager Milestones from IESO and support Services – Participate in all IESO's Energy Manager Support Services.

Requirements

What you’ll need

College diploma or, engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a related discipline.
Registered as, or willing to register as, an Energy Manager in Training (EMIT) and pass the exam within the first year.
P.Eng., CEM, EMIT, or equivalent professional designations are considered strong assets.
Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in energy management, building performance, retro-commissioning, or analytics-driven optimization roles.
Strong understanding of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, controls, and building operations in institutional and/or commercial environments.
Demonstrated experience working directly with facility operators and maintenance teams.
Familiarity with energy analytics and/or FDD platforms is a strong asset.
Comfortable reviewing BAS trends, sequences of operation, and control strategies.
Able to support measurement and verification activities including data collection and coordination with M&V specialists.
Proficient with Microsoft tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
Familiarity with ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager (ESPM), RETScreen, and project management platforms is an asset.
Comfortable working in active mechanical rooms, rooftops, and plant spaces; able to perform regular site walk-throughs across the designated facilities.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and total comp package
A collaborative, inclusive, solutions-oriented work culture