Research Project Manager (Ground Contact Systems)

Building Performance Specialist – HVAC Focus

To apply for an open position, please send your resume, a cover letter, and salary requirements to jobs@ibacos.com.

Job Description: Research Project Manager (Ground Contact Systems)

Department: Research

Position / Pay Level: Dependent upon experience

Reporting Relationships: Reports to the Research Department Manager

Overview: The Research Project Manager (RPM) is a senior member of the IBACOS technical staff with a minimum of 5-7 years of experience in relevant technical roles. The RPM’s work focuses on the management of complex building science projects.

Primary Job Duties

• Provide end-to-end accountability for complex building science projects. Specifically, lead initiatives related to the thermal and moisture performance of ground contact systems.
• Provide leadership, daily management, mentoring and support for all IBACOS resources engaged in the project(s) for which the RPM is responsible.
• Provide management oversight and support for all non-IBACOS resources engaged in the project(s) for which the RPM is responsible (including contractors, clients and vendors).
• Provide technical guidance on building science issues to all resources engaged in the project(s) for which the RPM is responsible.
• Provide reports and frequent assessments of project related activities to IBACOS senior management
• Develop, support and sustain long term relationships with IBACOS technical staff, clients, contractors and vendors
• Deliver projects on time and on budget
• Production of deliverables, reports and products associated with assigned projects

• Assess building science analysis and design processes, workflows etc. and software based building science analysis tools
• Support the performance review process by assisting senior management in evaluating IBACOS technical staff and offering recommendations for relevant training and professional development
• Assess building science analysis and design processes, workflows etc. and software based building science analysis tools
• Presentation of findings at industry conferences and in technical journals and publications

• Minimum of a Bachelors degree in Architecture, Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience in a building science and / or residential architecture environment
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience as project manager / leader
• Expert level knowledge of accepted project management methodologies and best practices
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated team leadership capabilities
  

Primary Job Duties

• Energy modeling and analysis of homes
• Systems integration
• Development of design and construction details
• Technical and project management support of IBACOS’ pilot home and demonstration projects
• Writing and review of technical reports
• Support of online course development for IBACOS sister company, BuildIQ
• Support of technical communications material development
• Investigation of new building products, systems and construction assemblies
• Field testing of homes, configuration and installation of monitoring equipment.
• Mechanical equipment selection
• Integration of IBACOS drawings with customer design documentation
• Field verification of HVAC system design
• Communication with IBACOS’ customers

Secondary Job Duties

• Support of technical communications material development
• Writing and/or review of technical reports

Required Skills / Experience

• BS in Mechanical Engineering with a focus in HVAC systems (or alternately, a BS in Architectural Engineering)
• Experience using Manual J, S, and D.
• Experience using AutoCAD and energy modeling software.
• Great interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Experience working in the field with builders or trade contractors is a plus.

This is a growth opportunity with the possibility of moving into other positions as well as working with Fortune 500 company R&D teams and the top residential builders in the country. Work will be a mixture of both laboratory and field research and application. Salary will be commensurate with experience, and includes medical and dental benefits, 401K plan, paid vacations, and support in achieving personal and professional development goals. Some travel will be required.