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Position: Quality Surveyor

Company: METCO ENGINEERING INC.

Location: International

Status: Full-Time Remote (Work From Home)

Salary: Depending Upon The Job Skill

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled, reliable, efficient quantity surveyor to join our growing organization. In this position, you will estimate the costs of construction projects, working with contractors, builders, and architects to provide the most cost-effective plans that meet high-quality standards. You must have strong organizational and communication skills in order to manage and direct development plans, MEP Experience is mandatory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review architectural plans and prepare quantity needs
• Estimate the quantity and costs of materials
• Prepare contracts and documents
• Set budgets for payments, inventory needs, and materials
• Analyze costs for maintenance and additional building needs
• Track changes in plans or constructions; update budgets
• Negotiate with contractors and subcontractors
• Hire and document contractors and subcontractors
• Act as a liaison between clients and managers/engineers
• Keep track of construction materials and inventory
• Identify potential financial or construction risks
• Advise clients on improvements, strategies, and/or estimated costs
• Document progress, materials, and reports on project
• Source maintenance costs and facilities management for clients
• Develop and maintain working relationships with contractors and subcontractors
• Utilize software to calculate, record, and track inventory and estimates
• Analyze completed projects to determine ROI and compare costs
• Additional assignments delegated by the management/Program Manager

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, construction engineering, management, or a related field
• 2-5 years of general construction estimating experience, financial experience, construction experience, or a related field
• Experience in MEP
• Proficient in computer skills and Microsoft Office Suite
• Able to analyze financial records and apply data to improved results
• Strong aptitude for numbers, spreadsheets, and financial reports
• Experienced at compiling and following strict budgets; strong estimating and financial analysis skills
• In-depth understanding of construction, materials, pricing, and industry
• Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions

METCO Engineering Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. METCO Engineering Inc. is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

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Position: Project Manager

Company: METCO ENGINEERING INC.

Location: International

Status: Full-Time Remote (Work From Home)

Salary: Depending Upon The Job Skill

Job Description:

This is a senior project/task management position where the primary role involves managing a team that develops market potential studies of energy efficiency and demand response resources, measure characterization, energy usage analysis and forecasting, cost-effectiveness modeling, emerging technology and distributed energy resource (e.g., solar, electric vehicles battery storage) modeling, and other related energy analyses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage large and complex projects or tasks which may include: resource potential estimation, statistical analyses, analysis of fuel and utility bills, estimation of energy efficiency savings and costs, measure engineering analysis, program benefit-cost analysis, program development and planning, evaluation analysis, market research, survey design, and secondary research
• Independently perform a wide range of highly complex, energy-related analysis
• Independently manage assigned tasks, analyses, and projects to the project manager, project director and/or manager’s satisfaction
• Independently develop project deliverables including written memos, reports, and presentations and manage the QA/QC process on those deliverables to the project director’s satisfaction
• Communicate complex and/or highly technical analytical methods and results to clients in a clear and effective manner
• Demonstrate industry expertise and thought leadership in a chosen practice area
• Develop and execute QA/QC approaches for complex analyses which will ensure deliverables are high quality, sensible, and error-free
• Approve technical decisions related to complex research, planning, and data analysis
• Develop and execute analysis plans for complex tasks and/or projects
• Build and maintain relationships with clients to maximize productivity and cultivate future opportunities
• Mentor other associates and project managers
• Contribute to business development and/or proposals by hitting measurable revenue targets commensurate with the current level
• Assist with project design of product type and analysis through conceptual plans/estimates/schedules
• Prepare conceptual estimates based on historic pricing derived from cost database and trends for Development and the project construction
• Prepare conceptual estimates based on preliminary scope, assumptions, and exclusions, using RS Means and/or an alternate estimating tool
• Prepare detailed estimates based on partial or complete construction design documents using RS Means and/or an alternate estimating tool
• Work with the engineering group to develop and refine the scopes of work that will be included in the project for costing
• Perform other duties as required

Key Skills/Experience:

• Demonstrated industry expertise in a chosen practice area
• Demonstrated ability to lead a successful team
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to business development
• Leading skills in analysis, problem-solving and decision making
• Leading skills in both verbal and written communication
• Leading skills in the development of analysis plans for discrete tasks and/or projects
• Leading skills in QA/QC approaches and procedures
• Team leader with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information
• Superior interpersonal skills including courtesy, professionalism and a cooperative attitude
• Strong organizational skills with proven ability to follow through on multiple tasks and priorities

Qualifications:

• BA/BS in a related field, Engineering, Economics, Public Policy, Business
• MA/MS in a related field preferred
• Ph.D. in a related field may be preferred
• Additional certifications preferred i.e. CEM, IPMVP, etc.
• Active membership in one or more industry groups or associations
• 3 or more years of industry experience
• 3 or more years of experience in energy efficiency resource planning

METCO Engineering Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. METCO Engineering Inc. is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

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Position: Energy Manager

Company: METCO ENGINEERING INC.

Location: Houston, Texas

Status: Full-Time

Salary: Depending Upon The Job Skill

Job Description:

METCO provides customized energy solutions backed by over 15 years of industry experience and cutting-edge research. Our dedicated team develops futuristic ideas to meet energy needs with a data-driven and cost-effective approach. Our experts, from diverse and extensive backgrounds, have implemented solutions that are resilient, sustainable, and energy-efficient.

An Energy Manager at METCO Engineering Inc. is focused on managing all aspects of energy sustainability and generation projects, including HVAC and controls, contracting. Having a strong technical background and experience leading a number of teams, the Energy Manager works to ensure client satisfaction, maximum resource exploitation, optimum budget utilization, effective work scheduling, and successful project completion. Energy efficiency analysis and reporting is also a prime objective, with the Energy Manager supervising, implementing, organizing, and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct ASHRAE LEVEL 1 and LEVEL 2 on-site energy audits 
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, gain a comprehensive understanding of their operation enabling the establishment of an offering which meets their objectives 
• Perform fieldwork to develop energy baselines and completing measurement and verification (M&V)
• Provide the leadership for the portfolio-wide energy management plans and integrate the processes into facilities and project management operations
• Lead customer visits through the support of METCO’s team, utility managers, etc. and support the development of new energy efficiency projects
• Manage projects aimed at saving energy for commercial, industrial, manufacturing, government, educational, healthcare, and a variety of other sectors
• Develop scope of work, bid and manage the implementation of energy conservation projects
• Analyze energy data and provide client reports on project performance
• Ensure quality control, on-time and within-budget project completion while surpassing customer expectations and satisfying requirements for operation
• Conduct equipment evaluation and provide recommendations based on customer requirements
• Report and document project progress, based on which update the project schedule and monitor the project timeline to effectively manage critical assignments and outstanding items
• Assist our Sales team with quote preparation and proposals
• Ensure compliance with safety and energy standards

Basic Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, or Project Management
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of applied experience in engineering, construction, energy or HVAC controls project management
• Skills: Project management and administration skills, along with extensive technical and engineering knowledge

Additional Requirements:

• Prefer Certified Energy Manager certification 
• Experience with safety standards compliance and reporting, mechanical and electrical system development, and project management practices, codes, and regulations
• Proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously, with on-time and within-budget delivery, and of fostering positive business relationships with clients
• Excellent verbal, written, computer communication and technical presentation skills, with MS Office proficiency
• Ability to use Energy Modeling Software, ie, eQuest, AutoCAD Green Building Studio.
• Working knowledge of building automation and control systems
• Additional experience in resource management, manpower planning, and team leadership

METCO Engineering Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. METCO Engineering Inc. is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Interested? 

Please share your resume at [email protected] with the subject line “Energy Manager.”