Building Performance QA Specialist Lead

Description Job Summary: The Building Performance QA Specialist Lead is part of the delivery team responsible for implementing innovative and equitable residential energy-efficiency programs on behalf of clients serving customers in various geographic markets. The role coordinates Energy Assessor and Quality Assurance inspection teams and schedules; ensures accurate documentation and reporting; supports technical training in energy assessment, weatherization, and contractor management; and develops relationships with relevant market participants through outreach and quality assurance activities. Job Duties: Building Performance - Builds relationships with contractors within the portfolio - Supports the development of training curriculum to increase contractor capacity and participation in program offerings - Coordinates and delivers virtual and in-person training for audiences of varying sizes and backgrounds - Solicits contractor feedback to prioritize training content and generates interest to support strong attendance - Acts as a local program and company representative at events - Reports monthly market activity in narrative format Quality Assurance - Supports quality assurance activities by inspecting weatherization and HVAC measures - Leads and coordinates quality inspections across assigned project sites - Ensures inspections comply with project specifications, regulatory requirements, and industry standards - Documents inspection findings using standardized forms, photographs, and digital tools - Identifies and reports deficiencies and noncompliance issues and recommends corrective actions - Maintains inspection schedules and supports timely completion of inspection activities - Collaborates with contractors, project managers, and stakeholders to resolve quality issues - Ensures quality assurance protocols are followed, and inspection records are properly maintained Other duties as required Supervisory Responsibilities: - Trains and mentors junior inspectors and support staff - Provides technical guidance and support to inspection team members Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Education: - High School Diploma or equivalent, required - Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, preferred Experience: - Five (5) or more years of combined work experience in residential trades, nonprofit organizations, community organizing, environmental advocacy, energy efficiency, and/or project management, required - Experience using diagnostic tools, including a blower door, duct blaster, and flow plate, preferred Certifications/Licensure: - Building Performance Institute (BPI) certification, or the ability to obtain or renew certification quickly, required - Valid driver’s license, required Software: - Strong Microsoft Office skills, required Language: - N/A Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: - Thorough understanding of residential energy efficiency, building science, sales and technical principles, HVAC equipment, and weatherization best practices - Team-oriented, hands-on, highly skilled, adaptable, and client-focused - Strong writing, reporting, presentation, public speaking, communication, and interpersonal skills - Ability to work with minimal supervision and communicate progress toward task completion - Ability to work effectively under stress, interruptions, and tight deadlines - Strong attention to detail and quality; organized and process-oriented - Ability to manage multiple inspection activities simultaneously - Availability to occasionally work evenings and weekends in support of events - Ability to work in a remote work environment with occasional travel (up to 25%) to meet organizational or client needs; travel may support remote portfolios outside the position’s local area and include fieldwork National ranges and geographic ranges: - Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography. - National Range: $100,000 - $120,000 - Maryland Range: $100,000 - $120,000 - NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $100,000 - $120,000