BER Framework Coordinator (Dublin)
Location: Dublin
Salary:
€74,500 per annum
Tenure:
18-Month Fixed Term Contract
The Opportunity
We are seeking a technical project lead to join the Technical Department of a leading national energy authority. This role is a central pillar in meeting Ireland's obligations under the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD). You will act as a critical bridge between technical calculation methodologies, software development, and national operations to ensure energy performance certificates (EPCs) are accurate, optimized, and effective.
Key Responsibilities
* Coordinate and lead complex projects across several business functions to deliver an optimised building energy rating framework.
* Collaborate with the calculation methodology team on the development of building energy performance standards.
* Work closely with the Software and Systems Development Team to integrate these methodologies into national platforms like DEAP and NEAP.
* Liaise with operational teams to manage stakeholders, including assessors and auditors, to operationalise the framework.
* Lead strategic approaches to improve the quality, quality control, and overall efficiency of the national system.
* Design and implement new operational and management dashboards using Microsoft Power BI.
* Manage research and analysis projects to inform the design and delivery of Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS).
Essential Requirements
* A degree (minimum Level 7 NFQ) in a technical or operational field such as Architecture, Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability or Economics (or related).
* At least four years of directly relevant experience in building performance assessment, energy modelling or sustainability consultancy.
* A working knowledge of building energy performance methodologies, including practical experience with DEAP and NEAP.
* Proven experience working in multi-disciplinary teams and managing projects with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to represent a national organisation in public forums.
* Strong analytical and interpretive skills with the ability to use sound judgement on complex technical issues.
Desirable Requirements
* Professional experience in software development, quality control, or user acceptance testing.
* A deep technical understanding of building energy systems.
* Current certification as a BER Assessor or a PMP qualification.
* Knowledge or experience in delivering positive customer and user experiences.
Important Note:
Applicants must be eligible to work in Ireland for the full duration of the 18-month contract. Please note that this role does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Salary:
€74,500 per annum
Tenure:
18-Month Fixed Term Contract