A leading comprehensive engineering design and consulting firm, SSR provides innovative solutions for clients with facility and infrastructure challenges. To achieve client needs, SSR has multiple locations across the US. Working with a diverse group of individuals in a variety of markets, our team of experts partner with our clients to deliver advanced solutions that last.SSR is committed to providing opportunities and benefits to colleagues that promote living fully. Through various competitive benefits and programs available, SSR supports the health, well-being, and personal growth of its employees. SSR offers benefit options including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a generous contribution to employee-owned Health Savings Account, 401(k) with matching up to the full IRS maximum, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other employee incentives and wellness programs. SSR is a 2019A/E/C Building a Better World Award Winner which recognizesour commitment to community outreachand improvement.We feel that SSR is a great place, but don't take our word for it, See what our colleagues are saying at www.ssr-inc.com/life-at-ssr.Why Choose SSR? Look at our Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn pages to discover more.We are Certified "Great Place to Work"http://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/1001559DescriptionThe Building Performance Engineer II actively contributes to sustainability consulting and high performance design and operations analysis for internal and external projects and clients. In addition, the Building Performance Engineer II will manage individually assigned projects as well as collaborate with team members on other projects.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Performs energy model simulations using industry software to assess code compliance and high performance designAnalyzes, reviews, and/or consults on project documentation of energy-related systems found in architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing drawings and specificationsPerforms calculations to document various credits in the LEED rating systemsProvides comments and technical reports on LEED projects and sustainability goals to design teams, clients, and/or contractorsCompletes the project scope and requirements with the client and other stakeholdersManages individually assigned projects by monitoring the budget and schedule as well as maintaining communication with the client to ensure the project is completed to the client's expectationsUnderstands and communicates high performance design and sustainable design regulations to project teamsAssist senior staff and service line director in procuring and pursuing new work and new clients for business developmentMaintains a positive relationship with internal and external clients through quality of communication and work productPerforms site visits to monitor progress, verify implemented LEED measures, and review conformance to the client's expectations and building codesAttend and lead project design/construction meetings as neededParticipates in building assessments for Energy Star ratings and other energy performance aspectsContinuously reviews code and policy updates/addendums to see if any are applicable to a current projectDevelop technical documentation and presentations to clientsActively attends internal and external training and other educational opportunities to obtain knowledge in necessary technical areasAssist with training of less experienced colleagues on LEED documentation and processesKNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:KNOWLEDGEKnowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) softwareKnowledge of energy modeling software simulation programs (e.g., TraneTrace, IES)Knowledge of HVAC systems, loads, and controlsKnowledge of standards, codes, and rating systems associated with sustainability and energy performanceKnowledge of sustainable building practicesKnowledge and understanding of energy modeling processKnowledge of LEED credit requirementsSKILLS AND ABILITIESComprehension - ability to understand information, ideas, and direction presented in writing and/or verbally communicatedWritten Communication Skills - ability to clearly deliver a message through written words using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuationSpeech Clarity - ability to speak clearly and in a common language so that others can understand youDetail-Oriented - ability to achieve accuracy and thoroughness when accomplishing a task; pays attention to details and is able to understand what caused a certain outcomeTeamwork and Collaboration Skills- ability to work productively with other team members for project and team success. Ability to assume varying roles/responsibilities within this position depending on specific project, client and team needsJudgment and Decision-Making Skills - ability to make reasoned judgments that are logical and well thought out; constructively questioning and analyzing information in order to make the best conclusionTechnical Writing Skills - skilled in the area of summarizing or explaining technical information in a clear, concise, and accurate way, communicating the point intendedPresentation Skills - effective in variety of presentation settings both inside and outside the organization; commands attention and can manage group processes during the presentation; can change tactics midstream when something isn't workingMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in EngineeringSix years of relevant experience; experience in energy modeling and working on LEED projectsProfessional Engineer LicensureAccreditation as a LEED AP preferredPHYSICAL DEMANDS: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)Frequently use a computer for several hours at a timeMay need to periodically maneuver over, under, and around barriers as well as climb ladders on a job siteWORK ENVIRONMENT: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)Indoors in a normal office environment with some exposure to excessive noise, darkness/poor lighting, fumes, or dustMay travel to and navigate construction sites, some of which may be at high altitudes or small spaces with dirt or dust particlesOccasional travel (up to 10%) to attend meetings and conferencesPeriods of consistent overtime work to fulfill job responsibilitiesSalary Range $77,013.00to$115,520.00USD