The University of Nebraska

Manager, Energy Systems Operations

The University of Nebraska$79K — $94K *
Omaha, NE 68104In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's degree in HVAC Systems Technology, Electronics, Controls, or related fields.
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in HVAC-EMS system design and installation.
  • Demonstrated project and personnel management experience in energy management.
  • Valid Driver's License required.
  • Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or technical fields.
  • Preferred: Experience with Niagara/Tridum, BACnet & Siemens systems.

Responsibilities

  • Manage Energy Management and Controls System (EMCS), Lighting Controls and Utility Metering systems.
  • Design and prepare specifications for energy-related projects.
  • Analyze data and create management reports on energy usage.
  • Identify and implement energy conservation strategies campus-wide.
  • Oversee project development and manage consultants and contractors.
  • Supervise EMCS technicians, including hiring and training.
  • Ensure customer satisfaction by aligning services with client expectations.

Benefits

  • Standard Monday-Friday work schedule (8am-5pm).
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Work within dynamic energy management initiatives.
  • Involvement in innovative energy conservation projects.
  • Collaboration with industry experts and consultants.
Full Job Description
Job Title
Manager, Energy Systems Operations

Job Grade
FP24S

Division
Business and Finance

College/Dept
Facilities Management and Planning

Department
Maintenance, Operations and Utilities

Requisition Number
2026-00256

FTE (full-time equivalency)
100.00

Work Schedule
Monday- Friday 8am -5pm

Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?
No remote/telecommute opportunity

Appointment Term
12- 12/12 months

Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?

Pay Information
$79,800-$94,000

Pay Schedule
Annually

FLSA Designation
Exempt

Position Summary

The Manager, Energy Systems Operations provides overall management of Energy Management and Controls System (EMCS), Lighting Controls and Utility Metering systems. Provides project development and project management by designing projects, writing specifications, preparing construction documents and managing outside contractors pertaining to utility energy systems. Provides supervision of EMCS Technicians. Identifies, documents, details and justify energy conservation, efficiency and optimization opportunities across campus.

Job Duties

Responsibility Area:
Energy Management & Documentation

Duties:

Maintain and analyze data bases to provide management reports on energy usage, to determine the effective of various systems, draw conclusions to recommend energy conservation measures, and to provide other reports as required.

Percentage Of Time
10

Essential Function:
Yes

Responsibility Area:
Implement Energy Saving Strategies

Duties:
  • Utilizing a thorough understanding of cutting edge technologies and trends; identify, document, detail and justify energy conservation, efficiency and optimization opportunities across campus.
  • Manage consultants and contractors in the planning, development and implementation of energy conservation projects.
  • In collaboration with the Assistant Director, ensure energy efficiency technologies and concepts are being implemented on campus.
  • Maintain and analyze data bases to provide management reports on energy usage, to determine the effective of various systems, draw conclusions to recommend energy conservation measures, and to provide other reports as required.


Percentage Of Time
30

Essential Function:
Yes

Responsibility Area:
Project Management

Duties:
  • Project management to include the development/management of project schedules through time management tools (i.e. Gant Charts)
  • In cooperation with consultants and contractors, repair existing systems. Design, install and implement new systems.
  • Continually assess the efficiency of systems and identify the need for any new strategies or systems.
  • Act as a resource to the UNO community


Percentage Of Time
35

Essential Function:
Yes

Responsibility Area:
Supervision/Training

Duties:
  • Supervise, prioritize, instruct, coordinate, plan and inspect work of the EMCS technicians to ensure efficient, effective, and timely support services.
  • Review applications, conduct interviews and make recommendations for hire. Participate in the HR process of coaching, corrective actions and termination.
  • Develop training and mentoring programs to assure that a path for advancement and succession management is in place.


Percentage Of Time
15

Essential Function:
Yes

Responsibility Area:
Customer Service

Duties:
  • Think and act in the context of competitive marketplace where client perceptions and satisfaction are key.
  • Demonstrate understanding of what the client wants and expectations on how the work can meet their needs.
  • Provide timely and proactive communications.
  • Assure results and installation meets client expectations and commitments.


Percentage Of Time
10

Essential Function:
Yes

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education

Associate's degree in a building HVAC systems related area of study such as HVAC Systems Technology, Electronics, Controls, etc.

Required Experience

Minimum of five years' experience in the design and installation of HVAC - EMS systems to include project and personnel management. Experience in energy management.

Required License/Certification

Valid Driver's License

Required Additional Qualifications:

NA

Preferred Education

Bachelor's degree in an Engineering, Construction or technical related field.

Preferred Experience

Prior experience with Niagara/Tridum, BACnet & Siemens systems. Experience with lighting controls and utility metering systems, along with knowledge on integrating these systems together. Experience with EnergyCAP software.

Preferred License/Certification

N/A

Preferred Additional Qualifications:

N/A

Compliance Requirements

Credit Check
No

Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check
Yes

Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment
Yes

Drug Screen
Yes

About The University of Nebraska

The University of Nebraska is a public research university in the state of Nebraska in the United States. It is the state's oldest university and the largest in the University of Nebraska system. The university was chartered by the legislature in 1869 as a land-grant university under the 1862 Morrill Act, two years after Nebraska's statehood into the United States. Around the turn of the 20th century, the university began to expand significantly, hiring professors from eastern schools to teach in the newly organized professional colleges while also producing groundbreaking research in agricultural sciences. The University of Nebraska is composed of four campuses: the University of Nebraska?Lincoln, the University of Nebraska at Omaha, the University of Nebraska Medical Center, and the University of Nebraska at Kearney.
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