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Irvine Company lists this Director, Energy Management ($146,100.00-$182,500.00) opportunity in irvine, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Date: Sep 3, 2026
Property: 131 THEORY (2146)
Location: Irvine, CA, 92617
Division: Apartments - Corporate (Apt Corp)
Position Summary:
The Director of Energy Management is part of the Maintenance Services Corporate team and is a leader focused on (1) sustainability, (2) water conservation, (3) utility cost savings and (4) overall energy management.
Lead Sustainability efforts for Apartments Division Partner with all Divisions to drive cross-divisional sustainability efforts
Partner with all Divisions to publish new Sustainability report for TIC all Company
Drive improvements and metrics to showcase Division sustainability efforts
Oversee EV Charger strategy and planning for Apartment Division
Drive strategy for solar implementation where feasible (assess, plan, implement)
Support GreenHouse Gas (GHG) protocol and development for ICAC
Monitor all regulations and reporting requirements
Lead utility expense reduction efforts for Division Utility Monitoring, benchmarking, reporting and analytics
Perform monthly utility reviews (using EnergyCap) to find opportunities to reduce utility cost.
Perform property walks and identify opportunities to reduce utility cost
Drive the project management and execution of actions that reduce utility cost
Monitor vacant unit usage and drive action to reduce cost.
Monitor and manage rebates and incentives for the apartment division.
Identify trends, handle failures, and partner with capital team on planning replacements
Oversee resident utility billing bill back program for Division Oversee utility billing vendor to ensure expense vs other income is maximized
Review each billing service (water, sewer, trash, gas, electricity) for optimal recovery
Ensure proper billing and sub-meter maintenance is occurring
Monitor and make improvements in billing program & auditing service where necessary
Water Conservation Efforts Identify projects that improve water conservation at the properties.
Monitor water penalties and address repairs with the on site teams
Work in partnership with Landscape Management on water monitoring and reduction efforts
Utility Project Coordination Represent Apartment Division, but partner with Corporate Energy Management team
Partner with Capital Team to ensure proper budgeting and ROI on utility projects
Provide utility audit support and best practices
Provide recommendations for controls and technology improvements.
Minimum Qualifications / Other Expectations:
Education & Experience:
BS or BA degree from an accredited College or University is preferred
5+ years experience in utility management.
Proficient in Excel and Google applications
Preferred experience with Energy Cap
Other:
Valid driver’s license; valid vehicle insurance
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Multilingual ability a plus
Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to quality, speed and detail
Travel required to San Diego and Northern California apartment communities (up to 10% of time).
Compensation:
Base Pay Range:$146,100.00 -$182,500.00
Actual placement within this range may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location.
The Company also offers competitive benefits for full time employees including paid time off, matching 401(k), and health benefits.
About Us:
Irvine Company is a privately held real estate investment company and master-planner committed to creating and sustaining communities that thrive for generations.
Irvine Company is respected for its master planning and environmental stewardship of the Irvine Ranch in Orange County, including diversified operations throughout coastal California. Irvine Company brings to life neighborhoods and sustainable communities with a full range of housing, jobs, retail centers, schools, parks and open space.
We take as much pride in our employee community as we do the communities we create. It’s an environment populated with talented and experienced people, a collaborative spirit and abundant opportunities.
Irvine Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, termination, and training, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, and local law. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.
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Nearest Major Market: Irvine California
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Worksite address
irvine, CA, 92713, US
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