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Get Access To All JobsSenior Project Manager – Energy & Sustainability (FOD)
Department of Facilities & Environmental Services
12 Months, Full-Time
Exempt, Pay Grade 35
VRS-Eligible, Benefits-Eligible
Job Summary/ Objective:
The position is primarily responsible for the planning, scheduling, coordinating, and implementation of building, utility, and infrastructure projects and other related duties as assigned. The position will oversee the organization's energy use, developing strategies to cut consumption and costs, and promote sustainability by analyzing data, implementing efficiency projects, managing budgets, negotiating contracts, ensuring regulatory compliance, and educating stakeholders on conservation to achieve energy reduction goals. This position will report to the Deputy Chief of Operations and work closely with the Climate Action Program for coordinated delivery of the County’s sustainability, climate action, and environmental goals.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
May supervise hourly employees and interns, as required.
Essential Functions:
- Project Management Leadership
- Manage multiple interrelated energy and resiliency projects through all phases: initiation, planning, design, procurement, implementation, and closeout.
- Develop and maintain integrated schedules and budgets; apply Critical Path Method (CPM) and risk management techniques.
- Establish and maintain methodologies and systems to track project progress, KPIs, and deliverables using project management software.
- Prepare monthly reports for leadership and BOS; ensure objectives are implemented on time and within budget.
- Advise and assist departments in preparing project plans, stakeholder engagement strategies, and risk mitigation plans.
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Serve as project spokesperson for energy and resiliency initiatives; prepare executive summaries and presentations for leadership and public meetings.
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Energy Management & Sustainability
- Lead energy optimization projects (BAS tuning, HVAC retrofits, LED upgrades, water efficiency).
- Analyze utility data, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement demand-side management strategies.
- Develop and maintain energy performance standards for County facilities; embed requirements into preventive maintenance programs.
- Support development and execution of Energy Performance Contracts (EPC); oversee M&V plans and ensure compliance.
- Manage grant applications and incentive programs for energy projects; track funding milestones and reporting requirements.
- Collaborate with Climate Action Program Manager to align operational projects with County GHG reduction targets and resilience goals.
- Maintain dashboards and reporting tools via energy tracking software to track energy savings, cost avoidance, and emissions reductions.
- Provide technical guidance on energy audits, commissioning, and retro-commissioning for County facilities.
- Train staff in energy conservation practices and operational best practices.
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Ensure compliance with County sustainability policies and applicable regulations.
-
Resiliency Planning & Implementation
- Implement facility resiliency strategies to address climate-related risks (e.g., flooding, extreme heat, severe storms).
- Coordinate backup power solutions, emergency HVAC strategies, and critical infrastructure hardening for essential County facilities.
- Integrate resilience measures into operational projects, including stormwater management improvements, thermal safety planning, and redundancy for critical systems.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and incorporate findings into maintenance planning and asset management systems.
- Collaborate with emergency management teams to ensure compliance with County resilience goals and emergency preparedness standards.
- Prepare resiliency-focused scopes of work for contractors and ensure alignment with FEMA/APWA best practices.
- Performs other duties as required.
Desired Knowledge/ Skills/Abilities:
- Advanced project management skills: scheduling, budgeting, risk management, stakeholder engagement.
- Expertise in energy management principles, building systems (HVAC, BAS, lighting), and operational optimization.
- Strong understanding of resiliency planning, emergency preparedness, and infrastructure hardening.
- Analytical skills for utility benchmarking, rate analysis, lifecycle cost modeling, and risk assessment.
- Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Power BI) and methodologies (CPM).
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences and lead cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with energy codes, Virginia building performance standards, and climate action best practices.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Environmental Engineering, Energy Systems, Construction Management, Architecture or related field—or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum five (5) years of professional experience in energy management, capital project management, or facility management, with a focus on building operations and maintenance.
- Possession of a valid Virginia Driver’s License is required.
Preferred Qualifications/Certifications:
- Master's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, project management, business process reengineering, and/or related field.
- CEM (Certified Energy Manager), LEED AP, BCxP/CCP (Commissioning).
- PMP (Project Management Professional).
- Experience with BAS optimization, EPCs, resiliency planning, and public-sector energy programs.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Works typically sitting in an office with occasional walking, light lifting, and other limited physical activities.
- Regular contact with department leadership staff including County Executive's Office is necessary.
- Occasional travel within the County and regionally is necessary.
- Occasional work activity after normal duty hours and on weekends is necessary.
Remote Work:
This position is eligible for a hybrid remote work schedule that is in compliance with the County’s Remote Work Policy and meets the operational and service needs for the position. All County staff must maintain residence within the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The Salary Range:
The hiring range for this position is $86,615 - $95,732 per year. Starting offer is based on applicable education beyond minimum requirements and internal equity. The position also provides excellent benefits including 12 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, VRS retirement, and continuing education/training opportunities. This is a full-time, FLSA exempt position. Internal candidates will receive pay adjustments in accordance with Local Government Personnel Policy, §P-60.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Position open until Friday, August 28, 2026.
As part of the screening process, applicants selected to move forward will be required to participate in a one-way virtual screening through Spark Hire as well as an in-person interview.
Please hold September 8-10 for in-person interviews if selected as a final candidate.
Virginia Values Veterans:
Albemarle County is a Certified V3 organization.
EOE/EEO:
Albemarle County is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate against any group or individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability in regards to any aspect of employment policy and practice: recruitment, testing, selection, assignment, pay, conditions of work, training, leave, overtime, promotion, discipline, demotion, and separation.
Senior Project Manager – Energy & Sustainability (FOD)
Department of Facilities & Environmental Services
12 Months, Full-Time
Exempt, Pay Grade 35
VRS-Eligible, Benefits-Eligible
Job Summary/ Objective:
The position is primarily responsible for the planning, scheduling, coordinating, and implementation of building, utility, and infrastructure projects and other related duties as assigned. The position will oversee the organization's energy use, developing strategies to cut consumption and costs, and promote sustainability by analyzing data, implementing efficiency projects, managing budgets, negotiating contracts, ensuring regulatory compliance, and educating stakeholders on conservation to achieve energy reduction goals. This position will report to the Deputy Chief of Operations and work closely with the Climate Action Program for coordinated delivery of the County’s sustainability, climate action, and environmental goals.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
May supervise hourly employees and interns, as required.
Essential Functions:
- Project Management Leadership
- Manage multiple interrelated energy and resiliency projects through all phases: initiation, planning, design, procurement, implementation, and closeout.
- Develop and maintain integrated schedules and budgets; apply Critical Path Method (CPM) and risk management techniques.
- Establish and maintain methodologies and systems to track project progress, KPIs, and deliverables using project management software.
- Prepare monthly reports for leadership and BOS; ensure objectives are implemented on time and within budget.
- Advise and assist departments in preparing project plans, stakeholder engagement strategies, and risk mitigation plans.
-
Serve as project spokesperson for energy and resiliency initiatives; prepare executive summaries and presentations for leadership and public meetings.
-
Energy Management & Sustainability
- Lead energy optimization projects (BAS tuning, HVAC retrofits, LED upgrades, water efficiency).
- Analyze utility data, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement demand-side management strategies.
- Develop and maintain energy performance standards for County facilities; embed requirements into preventive maintenance programs.
- Support development and execution of Energy Performance Contracts (EPC); oversee M&V plans and ensure compliance.
- Manage grant applications and incentive programs for energy projects; track funding milestones and reporting requirements.
- Collaborate with Climate Action Program Manager to align operational projects with County GHG reduction targets and resilience goals.
- Maintain dashboards and reporting tools via energy tracking software to track energy savings, cost avoidance, and emissions reductions.
- Provide technical guidance on energy audits, commissioning, and retro-commissioning for County facilities.
- Train staff in energy conservation practices and operational best practices.
-
Ensure compliance with County sustainability policies and applicable regulations.
-
Resiliency Planning & Implementation
- Implement facility resiliency strategies to address climate-related risks (e.g., flooding, extreme heat, severe storms).
- Coordinate backup power solutions, emergency HVAC strategies, and critical infrastructure hardening for essential County facilities.
- Integrate resilience measures into operational projects, including stormwater management improvements, thermal safety planning, and redundancy for critical systems.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and incorporate findings into maintenance planning and asset management systems.
- Collaborate with emergency management teams to ensure compliance with County resilience goals and emergency preparedness standards.
- Prepare resiliency-focused scopes of work for contractors and ensure alignment with FEMA/APWA best practices.
- Performs other duties as required.
Desired Knowledge/ Skills/Abilities:
- Advanced project management skills: scheduling, budgeting, risk management, stakeholder engagement.
- Expertise in energy management principles, building systems (HVAC, BAS, lighting), and operational optimization.
- Strong understanding of resiliency planning, emergency preparedness, and infrastructure hardening.
- Analytical skills for utility benchmarking, rate analysis, lifecycle cost modeling, and risk assessment.
- Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Power BI) and methodologies (CPM).
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences and lead cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with energy codes, Virginia building performance standards, and climate action best practices.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Environmental Engineering, Energy Systems, Construction Management, Architecture or related field—or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum five (5) years of professional experience in energy management, capital project management, or facility management, with a focus on building operations and maintenance.
- Possession of a valid Virginia Driver’s License is required.
Preferred Qualifications/Certifications:
- Master's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, project management, business process reengineering, and/or related field.
- CEM (Certified Energy Manager), LEED AP, BCxP/CCP (Commissioning).
- PMP (Project Management Professional).
- Experience with BAS optimization, EPCs, resiliency planning, and public-sector energy programs.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Works typically sitting in an office with occasional walking, light lifting, and other limited physical activities.
- Regular contact with department leadership staff including County Executive's Office is necessary.
- Occasional travel within the County and regionally is necessary.
- Occasional work activity after normal duty hours and on weekends is necessary.
Remote Work:
This position is eligible for a hybrid remote work schedule that is in compliance with the County’s Remote Work Policy and meets the operational and service needs for the position. All County staff must maintain residence within the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The Salary Range:
The hiring range for this position is $86,615 - $95,732 per year. Starting offer is based on applicable education beyond minimum requirements and internal equity. The position also provides excellent benefits including 12 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, VRS retirement, and continuing education/training opportunities. This is a full-time, FLSA exempt position. Internal candidates will receive pay adjustments in accordance with Local Government Personnel Policy, §P-60.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Position open until Friday, August 28, 2026.
As part of the screening process, applicants selected to move forward will be required to participate in a one-way virtual screening through Spark Hire as well as an in-person interview.
Please hold September 8-10 for in-person interviews if selected as a final candidate.
Virginia Values Veterans:
Albemarle County is a Certified V3 organization.
EOE/EEO:
Albemarle County is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate against any group or individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability in regards to any aspect of employment policy and practice: recruitment, testing, selection, assignment, pay, conditions of work, training, leave, overtime, promotion, discipline, demotion, and separation.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Energy
Verify your role qualifies as specialty occupation
Pull the O*NET profile for your specific energy job title and confirm the listed education requirement is a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. A general engineering degree supporting a niche grid-systems role may need additional documentation to satisfy USCIS.
Check prevailing wage tiers before negotiating
Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before salary talks. Energy roles in frontier markets like offshore wind or hydrogen often carry Level III or IV wages, and your offer must meet or exceed the certified LCA wage.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify energy companies that have filed LCAs for roles matching your occupation code. Employers already in the DOL system for petroleum engineers or power systems analysts move faster through the H-1B process than first-time sponsors.
Ask about cap-exempt project work early
Some energy contractors place engineers at universities, national laboratories, or DOE-affiliated research facilities. Assignments at qualifying institutions can make your petition cap-exempt, bypassing the lottery entirely. Confirm this with the employer before the registration window opens.
Align your start date with project timelines
Energy employers often tie headcount to project phases, and H-1B petitions have an October 1 standard start date. Discuss whether the role can absorb a gap between your offer date and your authorized start so the project schedule doesn't disqualify you before filing.
Document field experience that supports your degree
USCIS scrutinizes energy roles where the degree field isn't an exact match, such as a mechanical engineer in a solar thermal role. Gather performance reviews, professional licenses, and project records that establish a direct connection between your academic background and the specific position.
H-1B Visa Energy: Frequently Asked Questions
Which energy job titles commonly qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Roles that routinely qualify include petroleum engineers, power systems engineers, renewable energy engineers, environmental engineers, and energy analysts. The key requirement is that the position demands a specific bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related technical field. Generalist titles like 'energy consultant' face higher USCIS scrutiny unless the employer can document why a specific degree is required. Use Migrate Mate to browse energy roles already tied to active LCA filings.
Does working on a federal energy contract affect my H-1B petition?
It can. If your work is performed at a federal facility or under a government contract, the worksite address on the LCA must reflect where you'll physically work, not the employer's headquarters. Your employer may also need to post an LCA notice at the federal worksite. Some projects at DOE national laboratories qualify for cap-exempt status, which eliminates lottery exposure entirely.
Can I switch energy employers after my H-1B is approved?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can change employers after your petition has been approved and you've been working in valid H-1B status. Your new energy employer files an H-1B transfer petition, and you can start work as soon as USCIS receives it, without waiting for approval. The new role must be in the same or a similar occupational classification as your original petition.
How does prevailing wage work for energy roles in different locations?
DOL sets prevailing wages by occupation and metropolitan area, so the certified LCA wage for a petroleum engineer in Houston differs from the same role in a rural basin. Your employer must pay at least the higher of the actual wage for similarly situated workers at that site or the DOL prevailing wage. Relocating mid-employment to a new worksite requires a new or amended LCA.
What happens to my H-1B status if my energy project ends early?
If your employer terminates you before your H-1B period ends, you enter a 60-day grace period to find a new employer, file a change of status, or depart the U.S. Your previous employer is also responsible for paying your return transportation costs. Starting a transfer petition with a new energy employer during the grace period preserves your status while the new petition is pending.