Energy Management Specialist

City of Mississauga

$80K — $107K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Post-secondary diploma/degree in engineering, technology, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
  • 3-5 years of progressive experience in energy and utility management preferred.
  • Experience in managing utility bills and forecasts is required.
  • Understanding of energy sources, markets, and conservation strategies is essential.
  • Proficient in MS Excel and database management (SQL) for data analysis.
  • Familiarity with programming languages such as VBA, Python, C++, or Java is preferred.
  • Knowledge of energy management topics, including renewable energy and grant programs, is an asset.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and present utility budget forecasts and quarterly projections for the City.
  • Test and maintain software to meet business needs and energy management requirements.
  • Analyze utility consumption data and report on energy performance insights.
  • Monitor and interpret energy consumption data from City facilities.
  • Investigate discrepancies in utility bills and coordinate resolutions with stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with facility staff to address energy consumption issues and implement solutions.
  • Evaluate energy conservation opportunities to reduce utility spending and enhance efficiency.

Benefits

  • Hybrid workplace flexibility for a balanced work-life environment.
  • Exposure to various energy efficiency projects and technologies.
  • Opportunity to impact environmental initiatives and sustainability efforts.
  • Engagement with grant applications and funding processes for energy projects.
  • Collaboration with diverse teams across Facilities and Property Management.
Full Job Description
Req ID: 28426
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Number of Positions: 1
Closing Date: 08/29/2026

Job Summary

Reporting to Manager of Energy Management, the successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing utility consumption data, preparing utility budget forecasts and quarterly projections, database management, implementing energy efficiency projects and measures, collaborating with other sections within Facilities and Property Management to identify, implement and promote energy efficiency at City of Mississauga.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Develop and report City-wide utility budget forecasts and end-of-year projections each quarter.
  • Test, analyze and maintain software programs and applications in support of achieving business requirements.
  • Analyze large volumes utility data using statistical analysis methods, interpret the results and report on insights and energy performance.
  • Monitor energy consumption of City facilities and interpret energy reports from energy monitoring software.
  • Investigate utility bills irregularities and coordinate with end users and utility providers to resolve all bills discrepancies.
  • Communicate with facility operations staff regarding unusual increases in their facilities' energy consumption trends and works as a team to investigate and determine proper solutions to reduce energy consumption to expected levels.
  • Determine energy conservation opportunities in the City's facilities to reduce the City's energy consumption and utility spending budget.
  • Evaluate capital replacement projects and recommend energy efficiency technology vs. like for like replacement
  • Communicate with energy conservation grant providers including preparing grant applications and reports, monitor and follow grant agreement conditions to the final stages including payment
  • Review drawings and specifications for new capital projects for energy efficient design and attend related meetings as section representative
  • Determine environmental impact of energy efficiency projects in terms of impact on greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions
  • Evaluate new technologies and renewable energy projects such as district energy systems, wind power generation, cogeneration, solar water heating, solar lighting, LED lighting, green roofs, etc.
  • Prepare detailed comprehensive business case studies and environmental impact reports to support new technology projects
  • Develop and implementing energy awareness programs. Communicate group achievements in order to raise energy conservation profile and gather participation of the stakeholders.


Skills and Qualifications

  • Post-secondary diploma/degree in engineering, technology, or related field; or any combination of education and experience deemed equivalent. CEM, CMVP and LEED designations are an asset.
  • Minimum of 3 - 5 years of progressive experience in energy and utility management is highly preferred.
  • Experience with utilities (electricity, gas and water) bills management and utility budget forecast is required.
  • Thorough understanding of energy sources, electricity and natural gas markets, utility billing as well as rate structures and conservation strategies.
  • MS Excel and relational database management skills (SQL), and ability to analyze large datasets are required.
  • Experience and knowledge in Objective Oriented Programming (i.e. VBA, Python, C++, Java) are preferred.
  • Experience with fault-detection and diagnostics software and/or energy analytics platforms is preferred.
  • Knowledge of energy management topics such as energy legislations, green building standards, building automation systems, renewable energy applications, water conservation practices, etc.
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings and have strong problem solving skills.
  • Must have strong verbal, written communication skills, and be committed to working in a team based environment with focus on continuous improvement and providing quality customer service.
  • Knowledge of energy efficiency related grant programs and incentives from utilities and various levels of government including application procedures and grant agreements are considered an asset.
  • Must have the ability to travel within the City and provide own transportation.

Hourly Rate/Salary: $80,567.00 - $107,426.00
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Civic Centre
Hybrid Workplace (For full-time permanent and temporary positions)
Department/Division/Section: CMS/Community Services Dept , CMS/Facilities & Property Management , Energy Management
Non-Union/Union: Non Union

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