Building Performance Engineer or Project Manager at Stok

Stok leads organizations to decarbonize now. We integrate expertise across ESG and sustainability consulting, carbon, energy engineering, commissioning, and project delivery. From the enterprise to asset level, we provide clients with strategy, management, and technical support to translate bold commitments into impact. Stok is a Certified B Corp and ILFI Just organization, and has been recognized as a Top Impact Company and Best Workplace. Our global team delivers on client ambitions across programs and projects worldwide.

Stok is seeking a Building Performance Engineer or Project Manager to join our Energy Engineering Team. As a consultant at Stok, you will work with some of the world’s most innovative companies, including those influencing iconic real estate programs and projects for positive impact. Ideal candidates will be an experienced consultant with a strong background in building science, sustainable design and operational practices, green and healthy building rating systems, code compliance, and sustainable business and strategy. Together we will deliver high-performance projects for the built environment in pursuit of Stok’s purpose: to boldly catalyze an environmentally restorative and socially equitable world.

At Stok, We Seek Culture Add, Not Culture Fit. 

Our Values-aligned team members:

• Craft innovative ideas and have a say in how the firm operates. We have built self-management and distributive governance into our organizational structure to enable every team member to share input on policies and procedures.
• Strive for a better way to do business and create a positive impact through their work. Stok believes in business as a force for good and is a certified B Corp, demonstrating our commitment to maximizing social and environmental impacts, in addition to profit.
• Give back in a meaningful way. We donate 3% of profits to causes we believe in through a combination of pro-bono services and donations.
• Advocate for a level playing field. Stok has intentionally baked social justice into our operations, which we hold ourselves accountable to through our International Living Future Institute JUST Label.
• Participate in a transparent, objective, merit-based compensation and profit distribution processes and policies

Our purpose is to boldly catalyze an environmentally restorative and socially equitable world, and Stok needs you to fulfill it!

ENGINEER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with energy modeling projects for energy performance improvements, Carbon Emissions Strategy, Net Zero, LEED, and code compliance
• Read and review Architectural and MEP drawings, including mechanical and electrical systems 
• Work with Engineering Project Managers to:

• • Understand energy baselines (Title 24, ASHRAE 90.1, IECC), envelope performance criteria, common HVAC systems, daylighting concepts, lighting targets, and renewable energy systems
  • Develop and implement approaches to discover energy savings opportunities to assist with the design process
  • Use a broad range of performance modeling tools to analyze design improvements focusing on energy and carbon reduction, human comfort, passive design, and associated cost impacts
  • Summarize findings and recommendations into reports
  • Participate in site visits and client meetings and maintain meeting minutes as needed
• Develop quality control processes for data analysis
• Participate in ongoing educational seminars and team education
• Develop and implement internal efficiency measures

PROJECT MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead energy modeling projects for energy performance improvements, Carbon Emissions Strategy, Net Zero, LEED, and code compliance
• Read and review Architectural and MEP drawings 
• Understand energy baselines (Title 24, ASHRAE 90.1, IECC), detailed envelope performance criteria, multiple types of HVAC systems, daylighting concepts, lighting targets, and renewable energy systems
• Develop results, identify opportunities, anticipate next steps, spot errors or inconsistencies
• Prepare and maintain LEED documentation for energy-related credits
• Prepare and submit energy code compliance permit applications
• Prepare and submit energy documentation for rebate and incentive programs
• Use a broad range of performance modeling tools to analyze design improvements focusing on energy and carbon reduction, human comfort, passive design, and associated cost impacts
• Lead internal and external meetings to communicate results and recommendations of analysis
• Coordinate with and mentor junior staff members
• Perform QC on junior staff member work products 
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to guide energy performance related to overall green building certification efforts and portfolio sustainability and carbon reduction plans 
• Coordinate with Project Managers from other service lines to deliver integrated cross-team sustainability services to clients
• Collaborate on development of internal standards and tools
• Track updates to relevant certifications, standards, and industry trends
• Set and manage to project budgets and schedules
• Interact with clients during all project phases; document and communicate discussions and resolutions with project team members to align deliverables to the project scope
• Work with Account Managers and Client Solutions group to develop project scopes and budgets

ENGINEER QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline
• Fundamental understanding of building science principles 
• 1+ years of experience in building energy modeling
• Working knowledge of energy modeling software such as IESVE, Design Builder, OpenStudio, and CBECC-Com
• Experience in SketchUp, AutoCAD, and/or Revit
• Awareness of high-performance green building rating systems and building codes and standards, including LEED, ILFI, ASHRAE 90.1, IECC, Title-24 Part 6 standards
• Experience with or interest in data analysis and visualization
• Knowledge of fundamental building physics concepts
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office suite of software applications
• LEED GA and EIT Licensure a plus
• Familiarity with Python or other programming language a plus

PROJECT MANAGER QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline 
• Advanced understanding of building science principles
• 3+ years of experience in building energy modeling
• Experience in energy modeling software packages such as IESVE, Design Builder, OpenStudio, and CBECC-Com
• Working knowledge in supporting modeling software such as SketchUp, EnergyPlus, AutoCAD, and/or Revit
• Familiarity with high-performance green building rating systems and building codes and standards, including LEED, ILFI, ASHRAE 90.1, IECC, Title-24 Part 6 standards
• Fundamental understanding of major tenets of high-performance design including renewable and alternative energy strategies, passive design, daylighting, embodied energy, indoor environmental quality, material composition, water efficiency, life cycle assessment, and built environment planning
• Familiarity with building decarbonization
• Experience with developing project reports and communicating analysis and recommendations to clients
• Experience with developing project scopes and budgets
• Experience with data analysis and visualization
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships within the project design team
• Organizational skills including, but not limited to, the ability to handle multiple demands and assignments, the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and efficiently, and the ability to manage and delegate available resources.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office suite of software applications.
• Industry certification applicable to building performance including but not limited to BEMP, HBDP, BEAP, LEED AP, WELL AP a plus
• EIT or PE Licensure a plus
• CABEC Certified Energy Analyst (CEA) a plus
• Familiarity with Python or other programming language a plus 

How We Support You

Health Benefits

US-Based Team Members

• Medical, dental and vision coverage (can also include dependents)
• Employer-funded and tax-deductible Health Reimbursement Account
• Employee-funded and tax-deductible Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Mental health concierge service
• Life, accidental death, long-term and short-term disability coverage

Canada-Based Team Members

• 50% Employer-funded group health benefit plan (can also include dependents)
• Employer-funded Health Spending and Wellness Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life, Accidental Death, Long-Term Disability coverage

Paid Time Off Benefits

Autonomy is structured into Stok’s culture by design. We value self-management practices, and we know taking time for ourselves is healthy and fosters growth. That’s why we offer:

• Flexible work schedules. We work best in different ways, so we empower you to find yours and make a schedule that works for you, the team and clients.
  • Quiet Fridays: Stok offers everyone two days a month meant to tune out the noise and prioritize what needs to get done (whether that’s work or life related)
• Flexible Personal Time Off
  • Minimum of 80 hours per year for Paid Time Off (PTO) or vacation time
  • 80 hours per year for holiday time (floating holidays)
  • 80 hours per year for wellness (or sick) time
  • 40 hours per year for learning and development
  • 16 hours per year for volunteer time (to give back to your community and the causes that matter most to you!)

Stipends and Perks

Social and environmental justice are critical to our vision, so we bake them into everything we do including the following:

• 401(k) (world’s first fossil fuel-free and gun-free 401(k) plan so you can invest in a future you believe in) or Registered Retirement Savings Plan (Canada)
• Annual Learning and Development stipend
• Work from Home stipend (to support remote ergonomics)
• Annual US National Parks Pass or Parks Canada Discovery Pass
• Donation program
• Cellphone benefit
• Personal company credit card

Salary

$65,000-$90,000 based on market location and experience for the Building Performance Engineer role. 

$80,000-$105,000 based on market location and experience for the Building Performance Project Manager role.