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ABM is seeking qualified individuals to develop guaranteed energy efficiency projects, renewable energy projects, and other energy savings-related capital improvement projects. This involves identifying, assessing, and structuring technical and financial solutions to meet customer objectives. The qualified individual will have experience with MUSH (Municipal, University, School, and Hospital) market projects, state enabling legislation for energy contracting vehicles, and be proficient in energy, sustainability, water, and emission savings technologies.
Pay: $140,000-$145,000 Annually
The pay listed is the salary range for this position. Any specific offer will vary based on the successful applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.
Responsibilities

• Assist the sales staff to screen and qualify the feasibility of energy efficiency and capital improvement opportunities. This involves attending customer meetings, conducting site trips to collect facility and site data, and developing and running energy screening models to determine the technical and economic viability of projects.
• Develop, define, and dimension technically and economically feasible applications by performing preliminary engineering/design, project metering, and measurements of critical parameters.
• Coordinate with external vendors, manufacturers, and contractors to develop designs and technical proposals for solutions and services.
• Develop technical scope of work for selected technologies and manage internal and external engineering resources to determine cost and schedule.
• Drive the technical due diligence from initial screen until turnover to the project management group for the implementation phase. This involves identifying known risks (e.g., technical, construction, price, schedule, environmental, warranties, performance guarantees), indicating impact, and how they will be addressed and mitigated.
• Perform technical consulting assignments as required to support specific client requests.
• Aid project management and construction teams to support the implementation of projects, as required.
• Perform the role of lead developer to control expenditures within the limitations of the project budgets and drive the completion of development activities within project deadlines.
• Draft, review, and evaluate contract documents, drawings, and schedules.
• Manage the preparation of technical drawings, documents, and specifications by subcontractors to the extent required.
• Perform initial contact with suppliers/manufacturers for specifications, pricing, and other details.
• Perform comparison studies on suppliers' quotations.
• Assist the project management team in negotiations with suppliers on both technical and commercial aspects of products.
• Based on clients' budget constraints for any specific project, carry out value engineering studies.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience in a facility environment or energy management sector.
• Working knowledge of building systems, i.e., chillers, boilers, HVAC, and controls.
• Experience as a developer on energy performance contract (EPC) projects.
• Ability to conduct/assist with ASHRAE Level 1, 2, 3 energy audits.
• Conduct field visits to assist with site walkthrough energy assessments and collect detailed information.
• Possess highly developed interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills (oral & written).
• Strong organizational and computer skills are necessary, particularly the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in energy analysis to identify, screen, and develop energy conservation measures for EPC and design-build projects; develop EMS control strategies to reduce energy consumption; and interface with customer facility personnel.
• Ability to plan and manage the development of selected project opportunities and to direct the activities of internal and external resources to achieve deadlines.
• Ability to interact effectively across organizational boundaries to achieve goals and meet deadlines.
• Measurement and verification skills, including installation of instrumentation for short-term data logging of power and environmental parameters.
• Experience in various utility rebate programs offered for electrical and gas efficiency projects is desirable.
• Design experience is a strong plus.
• PE, CEM, and other certifications are very beneficial.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing ESIP (Energy Savings Improvement Program) projects in New Jersey.
• Experience with Energy Performance Contracting (EPC) and guaranteed savings projects.
• Knowledge of New Jersey public procurement and RFP processes.
• Experience supporting municipal, K-12, higher education, healthcare, or other public-sector clients.
• Background with an ESCO (Energy Services Company) strongly preferred.

Education:

• Undergraduate mechanical or electrical engineering (BE, BS) or construction-related degree required.
• Advanced degree in engineering or construction management and/or PE preferred.

Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM's benefits, visit ABM 2026 Employee Benefits | Staff & Management
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ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world's largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, our over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.
ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, education, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together.
ABM is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any trait or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including disability and protected veteran status. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888-328-8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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ABM is a military-friendly company proudly employing thousands of men and women who have served in the U.S. military. With ABM, you'll have access to a world-class training program and ample opportunities to use the skills you developed while serving our country. Whether you're looking for a frontline or professional position, you can find post-military career opportunities across ABM.
ABM directs all applicants to apply at www.abm.com/careers. ABM does not accept unsolicited resumes.
For more information, visit www.ABM.com
About Us
ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world's largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, our over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.
ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, education, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together.
ABM is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any trait or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including disability and protected veteran status. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888-328-8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
ABM participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. E-Verify is an internet-based system used to electronically confirm employment eligibility.
ABM is a military-friendly company proudly employing thousands of men and women who have served in the U.S. military. With ABM, you'll have access to a world-class training program and ample opportunities to use the skills you developed while serving our country. Whether you're looking for a frontline or professional position, you can find post-military career opportunities across ABM.
ABM directs all applicants to apply at www.abm.com/careers. ABM does not accept unsolicited resumes or submissions outside of this portal. Applicants should submit their application by clicking Apply Now.
For more information, visit www.abm.com