Energy Manager

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate must be located near a Canadian Blood Services site and will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.

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​Job category: Facilities and equipment services
Job posting ID: 5868

​Employment status: Regular full-time
 

Classification: PTS/MGT/IT B
Salary/Rate of pay: $88,566.00 - $106,890.00

Application deadline: 2024-05-06 
Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page.

 Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues. 

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

About this role

Canadian Blood Services are looking for a passionate individual to join the Strategic Facilities Management and Business Integration team. Reporting to the Manager, Environmental Sustainability and Energy Systems, within the Strategic Facilities Management Department, we are looking for an Energy Project Manager who will be responsible for providing leadership and management to the Facilities Infrastructure and Operations team as well as to other CBS departments.
 

We are looking for someone with >5-years' experience in the energy management field and who has a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) designation. As CBS’ energy manager, you will be responsible for managing the energy use of multiple facilities and working on energy reduction initiatives spanning various departments and interacting with diverse teams.
 

When you join Canada’s Biological Lifeline as their energy manager you will be working to safeguard products and providing optimum comfort conditions to staff and donors alike whilst reducing energy consumption and costs. If this sounds like something you would be passionate to do, join the rest of our team who love what they do.
 

Formula for Success

• Leveraging your expertise in Energy Management, design, develop and implement an energy management plan aligned with the organization’s GHG emission reduction targets and overall CSR targets resulting in overall energy reduction and improved lifecycle.
• Drawing on your collaborative skills work closely with internal stakeholders to integrate energy strategies and efficiencies into operations, capital planning as well as construction and design project scopes.
• Using your reporting and planning skills, implement energy tracking, monitoring and developing periodic reports while managing budgets, scheduling and approvals for various renovations, construction and engineering projects.
• Harnessing your technical skills, manage energy use reduction projects such as retrofits, alternative energy installs, system replacements etc. employing external consultants, contractors and service technicians when required. 
• Utilizing your knowledge of Energy Management, be a leader of change for energy management programs, provide advice and consultation to the organization as an SME and increase visibility of energy management through training and awareness to help improve employee engagement in energy management practices and initiatives. 
• Using a Continuous Improvement approach, identify opportunities, initiate RFP/RFQ processes for new and innovative technologies for energy reduction opportunities. Apply for rebates, funding and grants for energy saving initiatives. 
• Employing your people skills, foster and grow relationships with stakeholder, utilities and other interested and affected parties to obtain buy-in and serve as an integral member on the corporate environmental sustainability working group for climate related risk reduction. 
  
   

Desired Education and Skills

• Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Certified Engineering Technician, Certified Engineering Technologist, Energy Manager in Training (EMIT), or a licensed professional engineer.
  • Successful applicant will be required to obtain CEM designation within the first year of employment.
• Strong background in energy management.
• Five years management experience in Construction and Engineering project management, preferable in a health care or GMP setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable legislation and standards relating to energy, engineering and construction.
• Effective management of multiple initiatives and competing priorities
• Excellent communication, facilitation and negotiation skills
• Experience using RETScreen, PowerBI, Microsoft suite of tools, Energy Star Portfolio Manager, ISO 50001, Experience with drawings (engineering, architectural and as-build)

What we offer you
 

• 4 weeks' vacation
• Annual performance award up to 8%
• Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources

What you can expect
 

• This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at Canadian Blood Services location at least 40% of the time/2 days of the week.
• Travel may be required to a CBS site for assessment once a month as required.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.  

Canadian Blood Services requires that all employees be fully vaccinated (COVID 19 vaccine doses as approved by Health Canada), subject to any medical or other human rights considerations. Persons who have been vaccinated outside of Canada must contact their local Public Health Unit in order to obtain a vaccine equivalency certificate.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives. 

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.