BlocPower is a clean energy leader creating smarter, greener, healthier buildings for all by reducing the barriers to money-saving, quality-of-life-improving green building upgrade. We provide engineering, financing and project implementation services for our clients, with a special focus in historically left out communities across the country. These communities, and their buildings, are underserved by traditional energy services companies because they are considered too small, too costly, or too risky. Our portfolio of projects include houses of worship, schools, non-profits, small businesses and multifamily buildings. Through our work, we save our clients money, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve health and create local employment opportunities.
At BlocPower, we value our mission. We are trusted advisors that get things done for our customers by using data to make the right decisions. We support and expect excellence from our team members. We treat both our customers and ourselves with care and respect.
As our work is centered around systematically disenfranchised communities – including people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women and LGBTQ people – we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.
We are seeking an experienced Environmental and Social Impact Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in energy efficiency and electrification projects and be able to identify potential environmental and social impacts. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting environmental and social impact assessments, developing Measurement and Verification plans, and preparing impact assessment reports. You will also be responsible for maintaining knowledge of relevant environmental and social legislation and regulations and providing guidance and support to project teams. Additionally, you will collaborate with other departments to ensure that environmental and social impacts are considered in all aspects of the project and oversee project performance post-construction. Finally, you will support the customer success team after project completion to address any issues related to project performance.
This is a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven organization. We offer a flexible work environment, though we are working remotely for the foreseeable future. We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to learn and grow in a cutting-edge environment.
About BlocPower:
BlocPower is a clean energy startup creating Smarter, Healthier, Greener Buildings for All by reducing the barriers to money-saving, quality-of-life-improving green building retrofits. We provide engineering, financing, and project implementation services for clients in frontline communities across the country. These communities are underserved by traditional energy services companies because they are considered too small, too costly, or too risky. Through our work, we save our clients money, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve health, and create local employment opportunities. Our portfolio of projects includes the City of Ithaca, NY , who recently awarded BlocPower a contract to manage the electrification of 6,000 buildings under the City’s Green New Deal, the first of its kind in the US.
At BlocPower, we value our mission first. We are trusted advisors that get things done for our customers by using data to make the right decisions. We support and expect excellence from our team members. We treat both our customers and ourselves with affection and respect.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify potential environmental and social impacts, including those related to energy, carbon emissions, air quality, health, employment, and social equity
- Conduct environmental and social impact assessments for energy efficiency projects
- Develop Measurement and Verification plans, and conduct Measurement and Verification analyses for energy efficiency and electrification projects
- Prepare impact assessment reports and other documentation as required
- Maintain knowledge of relevant environmental and social legislation and regulations
- Provide guidance and support to project teams on environmental and social impact issues
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure that environmental and social impacts are considered in all aspects of the project
- Oversee project performance post-construction and diagnose potential abnormal energy usage
- Support customer success team after project completion to address issues related to project performance
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in environmental and social impact assessment
- Experienced with IPMVP
- Experienced with carbon emission analysis for energy efficiency projects
- Excellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environmentStrong attention to detail
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Generous vacation policy
This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities may change without notice.
BlocPower™ 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, BlocPower™ 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.
BlocPower™ 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 BlocPower™ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
