Building Science Technical Director
Location
United States
Posted
15 days ago
Salary
$95K - $105K / year
Seniority
Lead
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
Building Science Technical Director
Building Performance Association, Inc.
Role Description The Technical Director serves as BPA’s senior technical lead across all association activities, providing industry expertise and technical support to staff, partners, and funders. Reporting to the CEO and supervising the Workforce Development Coordinator, this role provides technical leadership across BPA's workforce development, training, policy, events, and program activities. The Technical Director is responsible for the strategic direction and program integrity of BPA's Registered Apprenticeship Programs and serves as the Association's primary technical resource for building performance standards, industry best practices, and program development. The Technical Director brings deep industry knowledge to position BPA as a national leader in building performance and workforce development. - Lead the strategic development, implementation, and continuous improvement of BPA’s Registered Apprenticeship Programs, ensuring alignment with DOL standards, state requirements, and industry needs. - Supervise and provide technical direction to the Workforce Development Coordinator, overseeing work plans, program operations, data integrity, reporting, and contract compliance. - Serve as BPA’s primary technical resource across all association activities, providing expertise in building science, residential energy efficiency, and weatherization to staff, partners, funders, and policymakers. - Build and maintain relationships with departments of labor, workforce boards, state energy offices, and employer sponsors to support program delivery and advance BPA’s workforce agenda. - Lead the design and development of career pathways, on-the-job training frameworks, and technical resources for contractors, weatherization agencies, and apprenticeship sponsors. - Oversee grant compliance, high-stakes reporting, and funder relationships for workforce development contracts, including state-funded and federally funded programs. - Represent BPA at regional and national conferences, contributing to panels, working groups, and industry coalitions focused on workforce development and building performance. - Collaborate with BPA leadership and staff to identify emerging workforce needs, funding opportunities, and strategic partnerships that advance the Association’s mission. Qualifications - Five or more years of experience in the building performance, weatherization, energy efficiency, or related residential construction sector, with a strong technical foundation and understanding of home performance principles. - Experience with workforce development initiatives, training programs, or Registered Apprenticeship Programs is preferred. Experience working with Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committees (JATCs), state apprenticeship agencies, or the U.S. Department of Labor apprenticeship system is highly desirable. - Bachelor's degree in building science, environmental science, construction management, engineering, or a related field is a plus. - BPI certification, RESNET credential, or comparable industry certifications are preferred. Candidates with substantial technical experience in building performance and workforce development will also be considered. - Demonstrated ability to communicate technical concepts to contractors, trainers, program administrators, policymakers, and other industry stakeholders. Requirements - Deep expertise in building science, residential energy efficiency, and weatherization, with the ability to translate technical knowledge for diverse audiences. - Familiarity with Registered Apprenticeship Programs, workforce development initiatives, or industry training programs. Experience with DOL compliance, RAPIDS, state workforce agencies, and apprenticeship systems is preferred. - Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders ranging from frontline contractors to federal agency staff. - Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder programs and supervise staff in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. - Collaborative leader who works effectively across internal teams and with external partners, funders, and government agencies. - Strong commitment to BPA’s mission, DEI values, and the advancement of a skilled, diverse building performance workforce. - Experience supervising staff or managing direct reports is strongly preferred. - Demonstrates professionalism, collaboration, adaptability, and a commitment to advancing the building performance industry. Benefits - Life Insurance - Short & Long Term Disability Insurance - Volunteer Time Off - Supplemental Insurance - 401(k) - 401(k) matching - Dental insurance - Flexible schedule - Health insurance - Paid time off - Vision insurance
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