Energy Manager

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

2/8/2026

Entity:

Wisconsin

Job Code:

420054

Job Title:

Energy Manager

FLSA Exemption Status:

Exempt

Management Level:

Individual Contributor

JOB SUMMARY

The Energy Manager supports the development, implementation, promotion, and monitoring of energy saving environmental strategies across UW Health.  This position leads efforts in the reduction of energy consumption and climate impact for UW Health by promoting long-term sustainability initiatives.  The Energy Manager acts in accordance with policies and procedures and exemplifies the mission, vision, and values of UW Health.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

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Work with cross functional teams to understand current procedures, operations, equipment, and infrastructure to develop baseline facility assessments.

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Collaborate with cross functional teams to establish a strategic plan (including SMART goals, life cycle assessments, and cost analyses) to incorporate energy saving and climate impact sustainability initiatives into the organization’s framework.

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Manage the identification and prioritization of capital projects, operational changes, and equipment / infrastructure upgrades that result in reduced energy consumption.

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Develop business case(s) with solutions engineered to provide short return on investments (ROIs) in order to secure funding for projects focused on energy.

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Implement on-going continuous commissioning strategies to proactively monitor utilities, building automation systems (BAS), and MEP equipment to ensure optimal performance.

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Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify progress on important sustainability metrics and identify areas for continual improvement.

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Identify available incentives and rebates. Write project proposals, grant applications, or other documents to pursue funding for energy saving and climate impact initiatives.

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Compile and submit documentation associated with environmental organizations, and local, state and federal government energy programs.

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Evaluate and approve proposals for energy considering factors such as cost effectiveness, return on investment, technical feasibility, emissions reduction, risk, and integration.

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Influence operations to ensure compliance with environmental or governmental regulations.

As needed, additional responsibilities reasonably within the scope of duties and physical requirements may be assigned.  ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND RESPECT FOR PEOPLE COMMITTMENTS.

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Non-Clinical

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's Degree

in engineering or related field.

Required

Master's Degree

in engineering, business or related field.

Preferred

4 years

experience with building automation and control systems.

Required

5 years

experience with energy conservation in a healthcare environment.

Preferred

Certified Energy Manager (CEM)

Preferred

or

Certified Healthcare Facilities Manager (CHFM)

Preferred

LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED PER UW HEALTH POLICY. 

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Knowledge of building systems, utilities, MEP infrastructure / equipment, and building commissioning.

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Ability to obtain, compile, review, and analyze data combined with advanced qualitative and quantitative analytical skills.

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Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational and leadership skills.

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Effective skills in organization, planning, prioritization and time management.

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Ability to manage multiple projects with ease, efficiency, and attention to detail.

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Self-directed with the ability to work independently.

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Collaborative with the ability to work as a team member, build teams, and create relationships with stakeholders and partners.

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Proficient knowledge of general computer applications and the ability to effectively utilize software for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.

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Capable of interacting and collaborating with all levels of staff in a professional manner.

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Consultative approach to working with users in assessing needs and requirements.

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Change management and process improvement experience.

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Ability to maintain a positive attitude and solution-oriented approach.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

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Sedentary: Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying articles like docket files, ledgers, and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.

Up to 10 lbs.

Negligible Weight

No Weight

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Light: Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Even though the weight lifted may be very little, a job is in this category when it requires a good deal of walking or standing, or when it involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls. To be considered capable of performing a full or wide range of light work, you must have the ability to do substantially all of these activities. If someone can do light work, we determine that they can also do sedentary work, unless there are additional limiting factors such as loss of fine dexterity or inability to sit for long periods of time.

11-25 lbs.

1 - 10 lbs.

Negligible weight

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Medium: Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. If someone can do medium work, we determine that they can also do sedentary and light work.

26-50 lbs.

11-25 lbs.

1 - 10 lbs.

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Heavy: Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. If someone can do heavy work, we determine that they can also do medium, light, and sedentary work.

51-100 lbs.

26-50 lbs.

11-25 lbs.

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Very Heavy: Very heavy work involves lifting objects weighing more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing 50 pounds or more. If someone can do very heavy work, we determine that they can also do heavy, medium, light, and sedentary work.

Over 100 lbs.

Over 50 lbs.

Over 25 lbs.

Other - list any other physical requirements or bona fide occupational qualifications not indicated above:

Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.

THE EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT AN APPROVED ACCOMODATION. Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.