Project Manager
BRIGHT POWER INC · bright-power.com
New YorkLead / Manager
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Project manager.
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Details
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- 22 d ago · posted 2025-09-30
- Location as listed
- New York, NY, USA
- Role
- Program / Project Manager
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Details: Job Location: 17 State St - New York, NY, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Project Manager
Reports to: Director, Sustainability Services
Location: New York, NY
Bright Power is seeking a highly organized, dedicated, and enthusiastic Senior Project Manager to join our Sustainability Services team. Senior Project Managers work with real estate developers, contractors, architects, and mechanical engineers to consult on decarbonization, building performance, and sustainability through the design and construction phases of new construction and rehabilitation projects predominantly in the New York City metro area, that are pursuing various types of certification and incentive programs, including Enterprise Green Communities, Energy Star, LEED, and Passive House standards.
Join Us
Bright Power works with forward-thinking owners and developers to identify, design, and implement custom energy and water solutions on a wide variety of systems. Our team is comprised of a diverse, talented, and hard-working group of individuals committed to making a positive impact on the environment.
Bright Power has been transformative in clean energy and sustainable housing for over 20 years. Our Clients include affordable housing owners and developers, real estate investors and privately held firms, and some of the nation’s largest property managers.
We are passionate about reducing energy and water usage through the implementation of energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies. Our goal is to improve the health, comfort, and value of our buildings while cultivating the well-being of the planet. We are serious about delivering high-quality results, while having fun in the process. Every day we seek to have a positive impact on the world, one building at a time.
Primary tasks
Manage large multifamily high-performance/passive house green building projects
Advise on decarbonization and sustainability as it relates to all aspects of a project (i.e. building systems, building site assemblies, materials, constructability, site related improvements, active design etc.).
Recommend energy efficiency and resiliency strategies supported by engineering calculations, building science, and simulations
Track progress of multiple projects simultaneously and work with other internal Bright Project team members as well as external design and construction teams to keep projects on track to meet performance/program goals
Perform architectural and engineering design reviews and communicate feedback to design teams
Advise on requirements for relevant building certifications, including Energy Star, Enterprise Green Communities, LEED , and Passive House.
Perform energy modeling to simulate projected building performance
Review construction submittals
Perform construction inspections and testing to ensure quality installation of building envelope and mechanical systems, including air leakage testing such as envelope air leakage and duct leakage testing
Maintain working knowledge of newest technologies and trends in the building energy industry
Stay up to date on iterative changes related to ASHRAE Standards, Energy Code, certification programs and state/city energy incentives.
Complete documentation associated with program compliance and liaise with partner program administrators
Improve team tools, processes, and deliverables by applying fresh eyes and diversified thought
Manage or mentor a small group of Project Engineers and Project Managers
Qualifications: Ideal Candidates Will Have:
Education: Degree related to the fields of Architecture, Engineering, Construction, or other relevant academic programs.
Knowledge of Passive House Institute US (Phius), Passive House Institute (PHI), ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction (MFNC), Enterprise Green Communities (EGC), LEED New Construction, and other rating/certification programs.
Experience working with WUFI Passive, DesignPH, Passive House Planning Package (PHPP), and SketchUp
Experience with thermal bridge modeling (THERM, Flixo, HTflux) preferred
Experience with hygrothermal modeling (WUFI Plus) preferred
Work experience in engineering or architecture, particularly with an emphasis on building performance and sustainability
Work experience including 3-5 years working on PHIUS projects or Certified Passive House Consultant (CPHC).
Interpret and effectively communicate about architectural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and structural design documents Strong understanding of engineering calculations for mechanical design including heating and cooling loads and ventilation.
Understanding of building science and building envelope design, including a strong understanding of mechanical concepts including heat transfer and fluid mechanics and their relevant applications in building science and MEP design.
Experience performing construction inspections or construction management
Experience with performance testing of large buildings with complex systems and envelopes (ideally certified as a HERS Rater, Phius Rater/Verifier, BPI, or other applicable field credential)
Credential as a Certified Passive House Consultant (CPHC/D) or Professional License (Registered Architect or Engineer) preferred
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to critically problem solve and troubleshoot independently
Ability to analyze and disseminate data clearly
Strong adaptable communication
Strong writing abilities
Proactivity and passion for leading a project team to implement high-performance best practices into building design and construction
OSHA 10 and on site inspection experience a plus
Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000
In addition, we are proud to also provide the following "people inspired" offerings:
Free Lunch and Learn on Thursdays
Free Snacks every day
Office promotes recycling, composting, and plastic-free environment
Sports Teams
Flexible/hybrid work environment
Full benefits coverage (medical, dental, vision, life)
Holidays and Paid Time Off, including for volunteering
AMPS (Alliance for Multicultural People in Sustainability)- including various committees and clubs that promote socializing, educating, including, and diversifying thought leadership and representation in the industry
Jobsite Work Environment
Job sites have inherent hazards, based on the activities performed at the site. Protective equipment (such as: work-boots, safety glasses, hardhats, hearing protection, etc.,) may be required to be worn at times while on a job site, due to construction and safety hazards that may be present. The noise level may warrant hearing protection. Visits to Job Sites may result in exposures to various hazards (such as: to extreme heat (100+F in boiler rooms), carbon monoxide, asbestos, lead paint, moldy dusty attics/crawlspaces, fiberglass insulation, hot pipes and/or hot metal, or high noise levels, etc.). Employees must be capable of using protective equipment and following specific safety procedures, as needed.
Physical Demands
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision and hearing abilities may be required by this job, which include close vision and ability to adjust focus based on the task and surrounding activity. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The ability for the use of tools (such as: powered hand tools and other types of tools, including but not limited to combustion appliances, machinery and motors that have moving parts, belts, pulleys, elevators, motors, pumps and/or fans) may be required. Equipment for working at height (such as: ladders, mechanical lifts, etc.,) may be required to be used. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equal Employment Opportunities
Bright Power provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Bright Power complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Bright Power expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Bright Power’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
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