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(Auraria) Project Manager

Denver, CO · On-site

$72K - $87K/yr

The Auraria Campus is the service provider for 38,000 students and approximately 5000 faculty and staff working at and attending the Community College of Denver, Metropolitan State University of ...

State of Colorado

(Auraria) Project Manager

Denver, CO · On-site

$72K - $87K/yr

The Auraria Campus is the service provider for 38,000 students and approximately 5000 faculty and staff working at and attending the Community College of Denver, Metropolitan State University of ...

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(Auraria) Campus Engineer / Energy Manager

State of Colorado

Denver, CO • On-site

$92K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

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Job description

Salary: $92,000.00 - $115,000.00 Annually
Location : Denver, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: AHEC-4053-07.2026
Department: Auraria Higher Education Center
Division: Facillities Management Services Division
Opening Date: 07/31/2026
Closing Date: 8/21/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address: Auraria Campus
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information: Nicole Yanez at nicole.yanez@ahec.edu
How To Apply: Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Department Information
This is a Non-Classified position, performing the outlined duties with the Auraria Higher Education Center.
Who we are:
Welcome to the Auraria Campus located in the Platte River Valley in downtown Denver. The Auraria Campus is the service provider for 38,000 students and approximately 5000 faculty and staff working at and attending the Community College of Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver, and the University of Colorado Denver. Learn more about us through this link: The Auraria Campus
Auraria employees enjoy an excellent benefits package which includes paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave, multiple medical, dental and vision options, discounted RTD Eco-Pass, BenefitHub and outstanding retirement plan. Learn more through this link: Non-Classified Benefits Package.
So, if you're interested in a great job working alongside great people, this may be the opportunity for which you've been waiting for.
Description of Job
Job Summary:
The Campus Engineer / Energy Manager identifies and coordinates energy management activities for the Auraria Higher Education Center (AHEC), working in and reporting to the Facilities Management Department and in partnership with the Auraria Sustainable Campus Program (ASCP). Working with the Facilities Trades Departments (HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing), AHEC Projects, and contractors, the position develops best practices for all utility usage and conservation.
This position conducts ongoing audits of buildings and utility usage to identify areas for improvement and tracks and manages energy data using the EnergyCap and ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager systems. The Campus Engineer / Energy Manager also works with Construction Project Managers and the ASCP to identify projects with significant return on investment and positive environmental impact, collaborates with contracted project engineers to ensure best practices are applied to new projects and remodels, and supports the ASCP mission to reduce the AHEC campus' greenhouse gas emissions.
The Campus Engineer also supports the Project Management Team by reviewing project specifications and submittals for MEP systems to ensure conformance with campus standards and best practices.
Essential Job Functions:
Development and Execution of Energy Plan and Strategies
  • Monitor and improve the energy efficiency of all AHEC facilities and school-owned buildings, identifying conservation measures to pursue.
  • Develop and implement utility management strategies related to building heating/cooling, electrical usage, efficient irrigation, and water conservation.
  • Audit existing facilities to identify energy savings opportunities and develop long- and short-term energy management goals.
  • Develop a comprehensive Energy Management Plan in collaboration with AHEC Facilities and the Auraria Sustainable Campus Program (ASCP) to reduce energy use, save money, and advance the campus Climate Action Plan goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions 50% by 2030.
  • Serve as the Facilities energy liaison to the ASCP, supporting its seven-pillar sustainability mission and identifying, scoping, and helping implement student-fee-funded energy and water efficiency projects across the three institutional partners (CCD, MSU Denver, and CU Denver).
  • Prioritize no- and low-cost solutions first with an emphasis on short-term return on investment; research best practices at peer Colorado institutions and apply for grant programs.
  • Build and lead a cross-functional campus energy team, engaging Facilities trades, the ASCP, institutional partners, and key stakeholders to foster a culture of energy conservation and sustainability.
  • Initiate communication to campus on energy and cost-savings plans and strategies to create buy-in and participation, and provide training and outreach to increase staff awareness of energy management practices.

Energy Tracking, Metering, and Utility Management
  • Track and maintain energy consumption records using the EnergyCap database and ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager for State of Colorado benchmarking.
  • Perform monthly meter reading with the support of AHEC trades.
  • Oversee and review monthly utility billings to AHEC departments, institutional partners, and other tenants; evaluate metering opportunities and propose enhancements.
  • Support the development of and monitor campus utility budgets.
  • Negotiate the purchase of utilities where possible, including electricity, natural gas, and water.

Project Evaluation for System Design and Product Selection
  • Serve as the primary contact to Project Management on all energy and utility-related projects, including those funded through the ASCP.
  • Propose capital Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing projects and work closely with the AHEC Facilities Services Project Management Team during design, construction, and commissioning to ensure sustainable building practices.
  • Support the Project Management Team by reviewing project specifications and submittals for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and energy-related systems to ensure conformance with campus standards, maintainability, and energy-efficiency goals.
  • Contribute to the development and ongoing update of campus construction standards and specifications, keeping energy, utility, and building-system requirements current with industry advancements, applicable codes, and ASHRAE/LEED best practices.
  • Lead commissioning of new construction and retro-commissioning of existing buildings and systems, using ASHRAE energy audit procedures (Levels 1-3) to identify and correct performance deficiencies and restore optimal system operation.
  • Monitor the effectiveness of energy efficiency / renewable energy projects, perform measurement and verification (M&V) of projected savings, and report progress when requested.
  • Research, present, and utilize utility, local, state, and federal rebate and incentive programs, and explore Energy Performance Contracting to implement energy efficiency initiatives.

Interaction with AHEC HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing Trades
  • Partner with AHEC Trades to maximize operational efficiency and cost savings:
    • Plumbing: track and evaluate water usage to proactively address potential water leaks.
    • HVAC: evaluate existing HVAC systems and Building Automation System (BAS) settings to improve occupant comfort and identify opportunities for repairs, operational improvements, and energy savings.
    • HVAC Scheduling: work with the HVAC trades to establish and maintain building automation occupancy schedules that align heating, ventilation, and cooling with class schedules, campus events, and building use - reducing energy waste during unoccupied periods while ensuring comfort during scheduled activities.
    • Electrical: evaluate opportunities for savings including LED fixtures, light harvesting, and lighting controls.

Building Automation & Other Engineering Management Duties
  • Learn and utilize the campus Building Automation System (JCI Metasys) to support energy management tasks and goals, including trend analysis, setpoint and schedule optimization, and diagnosing control sequences that drive unnecessary energy use.
  • Support Environmental Health and Safety team efforts to address and manage storm water issues, including navigating the various compliance requirements and organizations.
  • Support the training and education of one or more engineering interns or engineering students.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Application Requirements:
  • Completed online application, resume and cover letter.
  • Resume and Cover letter required. The cover letter must specifically describe how your education and professional experience meet the minimum qualifications and any preferred qualifications listed in this posting.
  • Must possess a valid unencumbered Colorado driver's license at the time of application.
  • Failure to submit a completed application, resume and cover letter may result in removal from further consideration.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Energy Management, or a closely related field.

Experience:
  • A minimum of four (4) years demonstrated experience integrating energy efficiency and renewable energy strategies into organizations/institutions and their operations. This experience must clearly demonstrate the ability to identify and manage energy issues on a campus or comparable setting.
  • At least one (1) of the required four (4) years of energy management experience must be at an institution of higher education (public or private), public school, or other public entity,. or as a contractor/consultant working closely with an educational institution.
  • Experience with an energy usage and cost software system (campus currently uses EnergyCap and ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager).
  • Experience working with Building Automation Systems (campus currently uses Johnson Controls' Metasys) or building controls, and familiarity with optimization strategies.
  • Demonstrated success managing energy efficiency or renewable energy projects, including utility monitoring and greenhouse gas inventory reporting.
  • Proven expertise in organizing, analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating relevant data.
Other:
  • Must possess a valid unencumbered Colorado driver's license at the time of application.
  • Please provide full responses to all required supplemental questions. Your answers will be used as part of the application screening.
Conditions of Employment:
  • Must be a state of Colorado resident.
  • Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check.
  • Must maintain a valid unencumbered driver's license.
  • Please note that if offered employment, candidates will be required to furnish a copy of their motor vehicle report (MVR) as part of the background check process.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Certified Energy Manager (CEM) designation - candidates are strongly encouraged to hold this credential or be willing to obtain it within the first six (6) months of employment.
  • LEED Green Associate or LEED AP credentials.
  • Certified Energy Auditor (CEA) and/or Certified Measurement and Verification Professional (CMVP) credentials.
  • Familiarity with ASHRAE Standards and the LEED rating system and reporting requirements.
  • Experience with Energy Performance Contracting or similar energy savings contracting processes.
  • Experience working in higher education, government, or a campus environment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Experience in program administration and knowledge of a university/college community sufficient to plan, manage, transform, and optimize energy usage on campus.
  • Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to self-motivate, multi-task, and work in a fast-paced environment under deadlines.
  • Ability to work closely with and persuade an energy conservation mindset in students, faculty, and administrators from the three campus institutional partners and AHEC staff and management.
  • Strong judgment and critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to use the Microsoft Office software suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).

Supplemental Information
Colorado Partnership for Quality Jobs and Services Act information:After careful review of this position and the duties that it performs, it has been designated in accordance with the Colorado Partnership for Quality Jobs and Services Act as a "Not Covered" position, it does not fall in the category of employees that are eligible for representation by COWINS, also known as the union. To learn more about this designation please visit this link: http://coloradowins.org/
Applicant Checklist & Minimum Qualifications:
E-mail Address:
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted by email.
Applicant Checklist:
  • Resume (REQUIRED) detailing a summary of work history
  • Cover Letter (OPTIONAL) detailing how your experience & education meet minimum and preferred qualifications
  • Supplemental Questions (REQUIRED) - responses must be completed within the online application before it can be submitted.
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