Officer, Inventory Planning - Saskatoon, SK, Canada - University of Saskatchewan

University of Saskatchewan Saskatoon, SK, Canada

5 days ago

Full time

Description

To find ways to lower utility usage across campus, leading to lower GHG emissions, more efficient building systems and reduced expenditures.

The work will also include advising and engaging the university community in the importance of sustainable initiatives and the benefits they bring.

Nature of Work:

Reporting to the Manager, Facilities Sustainability and Engineering, this position plays the lead role in advancing initiatives that contribute to an environmentally responsible campus pertaining to all aspects of energy management and the reduction of GHG emissions.

Justification for sustainable projects will be required, including technical and financial assessments of potential projects.

This position is also responsible for understanding current energy usage levels and reporting of GHG emissions to federal departments as required.

Through this work, the Sustainability and Emissions Officer will identify year-over-year trends to pinpoint short and longer term actions that lower energy or water usage.

Develop and implement related strategies that will result in reductions to GHG emissions, for both short and long term projects.

Develop, implement and monitor university GHG inventory.
Analyze and advise on enhancements to related university operational policies and procedures as well as long term planning.

Review and advise emissions reduction strategies in new and ongoing projects for university facilities and infrastructure renewal, adaptation and development.

Consulting with in-house design as needed on implementing changes to building control systems or revisions to mechanical and/or electrical systems, as required.

Influence change at the institutional and unit levels, lead and foster a culture of energy conservation, efficiency and emissions reduction.

Develop and ensure energy and emissions benchmarking, performance and metering and monitoring practices. Research, apply and manage grants and incentives to help fund projects and initiatives.
Review new space and facilities adaptation proposals with emissions reduction considerations.
Co-manage USask's Sustainability Revolving Fund with the Manager – FS&E
Engage and oversee consultants and related projects as required.

Education:

An undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering is preferred, or a facilities management related business degree, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and proven experience.

RETScreen) would be considered as strong assets.

A minimum of six years of related experience in the field of buildings engineering, or energy management and GHG emissions, is required.

A thorough understanding of sustainability and the built environment is required including electrical and mechanical systems and utilities infrastructure. Working knowledge of ISO14064 greenhouse gas reporting would be an asset.

Skills:

Highly motivated and self-directed, creative and versatile with an aptitude for working in a team- oriented atmosphere; effective problem analysis and resolution skills; proven decision- making, organizational and prioritization skills and the ability to successfully manage multiple projects on a frequent and ongoing basis.

Facilities Sustainability and Engineering
Permanent
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.

Driver's License and Abstract Check:
Not Applicable
Sustainability and Emissions Officer