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Technical Specialist, Energy Management
@ Defence Construction Canada
Ontario
Overview
Defence Construction Canada is hiring a Technical Specialist, Energy Management to deliver energy management services on Client-Partner real property projects and programs. The role covers energy modelling, lifecycle cost analysis, net-zero planning, design review and energy performance contracts. The posting states a typical office environment with occasional travel and some construction site work, plus a benefits package valued at 25 to 30% of salary.
Responsibilities:
- Complete energy audits, simulations and lifecycle cost analyses
- Support net-zero planning and review construction design documents
- Monitor site energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions
- Prepare energy requirements for statements of work and monthly reports
- Provide technical guidance to employees and Client-Partners
Requirements summary:
- College diploma in engineering or related field with four years' experience
- Knowledge of ISO 50001 and energy management practices
- Proficiency with RETScreen, eQUEST and Power BI
- University degree or energy certification such as CEM or CMVP preferred
- Ability to communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-06
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Travel | ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Certified Measurement and Verification Professional, Certified Energy Manager, Certified RETScreen Expert, Existing Building Commissioning |
| Education | College diploma (required), Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Engineering, Energy, Real property |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Generous parental leave, Retirement plan, Wellness, Home office allowance |
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Defence Construction Canada
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Full company description
Defence Construction Canada (DCC) is a Crown corporation that provides innovative and cost-effective contracting, construction contract management, infrastructure and environmental services, and lifecycle support for Canada’s defence requirements. It has two primary Client-Partners: the Infrastructure and Environment (IE) community at the Department of National Defence (DND), and the Communications Security Establishment. The Corporation also provides services to Shared Services Canada related to the expansion of the enterprise data centre at Canadian Forces Base Borden. From project needs planning to facility decommissioning, DCC’s work covers a broad spectrum of activities. DCC’s resources are divided among five service lines: •Contract Management Services •Environmental Services •Project and Program Management Services •Real Property Management Services Stay connected @dcc_cdc facebook.com/dcc.cdc
- LinkedIn followers
- 31,413
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,395
- Reported office locations
- 350 Albert Street, 19th floor, Ottawa, Ontario K1R 1A4, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Project Management
- Property Management
- Other recorded names
- Defence Construction Canada
- Specialties
- Construction Services
- Contract Services
- Environmental Services
- Project and Program Management Services
- and Real Property Management Services
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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- Reported total investment
- 0
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Defence Construction Canada (DCC) is a Crown corporation that provides innovative and cost-effective contracting, construction contract management, infrastructure and environmental services, and lifecycle support for Canada’s defence requirements. It has two primary Client-Partners: the Infrastructure and Environment (IE) community at the Department of National Defence (DND), and the Communications Security…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Year founded | 1951 |
| Specialties | Construction ServicesContract ServicesEnvironmental ServicesProject and Program Management Servicesand Real Property Management Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 104 |
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The Technical Specialist, Energy Management, provides energy management services to support the delivery of Client-Partner real property projects and programs. The incumbent provides advice, recommendations and technical guidance in areas such as Smart Building technology and greenhouse gas reduction. The Technical Specialist supports the Client-Partners in net-zero-carbon planning, provides expert advice on the implementation of construction and renovation projects by reviewing design documents and provides technical advice in support of energy performance contracts. The incumbent prepares technical documents, supports feasibility study analyses, completes energy modelling and lifecycle cost analyses, identifies potential energy savings and evaluates and recommends available energy efficiency incentive programs.
KEY AND PERIODIC ACTIVITIES
The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative but not all-inclusive:
Primary
• Complete complex energy management work (e.g. inspections, energy audits and simulations, marginal lifecycle cost calculations, plans, gap analyses, feasibility studies)
• Prepare energy requirements for statements of work to meet Client-Partner requirements
• Support measurement and verification of energy savings on projects and monitor energy performance
• Monitor and manage site energy consumption and energy bills
• Support monitoring of site greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and tracking reductions
• Implement and improve site’s Energy Management System, developing innovative strategies to reduce energy consumption and GHG emissions
• Perform statistical analyses, modelling and forecasting using tools and systems such as building energy management and simulation software (e.g. RETScreen, Equest) and Microsoft Power BI
• Promote, advocate for and raise awareness of energy reduction techniques
• Participate or support Client-Partners in forums, workshops, working groups and committees
• Develop and maintain effective relationships within DCC, and with industry, the Client-Partners and/or stakeholders
• Ensure quality standards are met, in line with corporate and Client-Partner expectations
• Manage risk
Other
• Carry out site environmental scans of energy use and decarbonization
• Prepare monthly reports (e.g. for internal clients and the Client-Partners)
• Other duties as assigned
SKILLS
General and Specific Knowledge
• Best practices, methods, trends and legislation in energy management, facility management and construction contract management
• ISO 50001 standards
• Knowledge of data modelling
• Process mapping and continuous improvement
• Energy pricing structures
• Project and risk management principles
Formal Education and/or Certification(s) and Experience
• Minimum: college diploma in engineering or related field with four years’ relevant experience, or the equivalent; strong technical and theoretical background in energy and real property
• Preferred: university degree in one of the above fields and/or additional training in project management
• Other: professional certification may be required depending on position (e.g. Certified Measurement and Verification Professional, Certified Energy Manager, Certified RETScreen® Expert, Existing Building Commissioning, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design credential)
Abilities
• Use applicable computer software, analytical tools and operating systems
• Effectively communicate technical/scientific concepts to a diverse audience
• Apply project and risk management techniques
DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP
• Provide functional guidance and advice to employees and Client-Partners
WORKING CONDITIONS
• Typical office environment with occasional travel
• Some work may be located on construction sites; incumbent may occasionally be required to wear basic safety equipment
Check out your benefits
Working with us offers excellent opportunities for growth and advancement—and entitles you to one of the job market’s best benefits packages valued at between 25 and 30% of your salary.
Your package includes:
Health and Wellness
- 100% employer-paid annual sick leave, and health and dental premiums
- $400 wellness allowance to help cover expenses such as a gym membership
- $2,500 for mental health services on top of regular $2,500 paramedical coverage
- Telus Virtual Health Care and $750 Health Care Spending Account for some expenses not covered under provincial plans
Home and Family
- Life, accidental-death, and short-term disability insurance
- Enhanced inConfidence employee and family assistance program
- Maternity and parental leave top-up plan to 93% of regular gross earnings for up to 37 weeks
- Flexible workplace options, including $400 allowance every two years, to support working from home
Leave and Retirement
- Public-service pension
- Comprehensive vacation and other paid-leave plans, along with enhanced travel benefits coverage
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