Vice President - Installation
Parity
ABOUT PARITY:
Buildings in our beautiful cities, where we live and work, are producing 40% of the CO2 going into our atmosphere and contributing to climate change. We need to HEAT, VENTILATE, and AIR CONDITION our buildings 24/7. Most of the energy consumed in a building is for our comfort, but 50% of it is wasted! This is because buildings have little to no technology to control this.
Parity is a Remote HVAC Optimization as a Service company. We remotely control and optimize HVAC systems 24/7/365 to deliver automatic energy savings and revenue to multifamily residential buildings and hotels. Using advanced algorithms, Parity can predict the amount of energy needed ahead of time to operate a building to meet its occupants' demands and adapt the building's systems and machinery in real time. We save our customers:
- Time - we automate setpoint adjustments and demand response protocols. Our Pi (Parity Insights) dashboard provides early alerting services when things go down.
- Money - Parity contractually guarantees the savings that we expect to deliver to our multifamily customers. We also unlock additional revenue through the automation of grid services.
- CO2 Emissions - we reduce a building’s emissions by optimizing its HVAC systems and reducing energy waste.
THE ROLE:
We are looking for a high performing, experienced, process oriented and mission-aligned executive ready to manage Parity’s installation business. This is an opportunity for the right candidate to advance their career at the intersection of the property technology industry and the quickly growing climate technology space. This individual will be responsible for the onsite implementation of the Parity system at new customer sites across North America for our current Optimizer service and in-development Periscope service. You will directly manage a team of installation focused controls engineers as well as subcontractors across the United States and Canada. Additionally, this individual will collaborate closely with other members of the operations team as well as our service delivery and product teams. And as a member of the leadership team, this individual will also be contributing to the company’s overall strategy, growth and success. This individual will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage and continuously improve all aspects of the installation and hardware commissioning aspects of the business
- Develop and implement a scalable installation execution strategy aligned with company goals and product roadmap
- Manage installation revenue forecasting and achievement
- Develop and manage network of subcontractors including electricians, controls vendors, fabricators and equipment suppliers
- Coordinate with equipment suppliers to manage material lead times and logistics, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of hardware and components.
- Ensure each project achieves installation quality standards, customer training objectives, margin targets, timeline targets and contractual obligations
- Ensure high quality customer communication and engagement throughout the installation process
- Maintain installation safety standards
- Collaborate with other internal stakeholders to develop hardware specifications and standards
- Collaborate closely with Director of Systems Integration on integration standards, data integrity standards and process development
- Collaborate closely with the VP of Energy Engineering to facilitate high quality and timely transition of customer sites to the Service Delivery team.
- Develop, mentor and retain team of high performance technical staff across all regions
- Ensure that team structure is continuously optimized for scale and future growth
- Build a performance-drive culture through coaching, KPI management and accountability
- Directly manage certain projects as needed
- Contribute to the development of overall company strategy including geographic and service expansion
- Maintain a strong understanding of relevant HVAC equipment, controls, installation and real estate related policies, programs, and market conditions
- Proactively identify service and product development opportunities for Parity to further satisfy customer needs and/or capitalize on opportunities in the market
- Collaborate closely with Product team and other stakeholders to develop the near-term and long-term product and service expansion roadmap
- Implement and manage processes to ensure energy performance is met across customer-base
- Proactively identify service and product development opportunities for Parity to further satisfy customer needs and/or capitalize on opportunities in the market
- Lead team culture efforts which foster positivity, motivation and accountability
- Ensure that Installation business is achieving and exceeding revenue targets
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Passion for transformative technology and clean energy
- 10+ years of relevant electrical and/or mechanical system installation experience
- 3+ years of management experience
- Strong understanding of the HVAC controls industry and/or energy efficiency industry
- Experience in client facing positions
- Understanding of the real estate industry
- Ability to problem solve
- Preference for candidates located in the NYC Metropolitan Area. Candidates located in New England, the MidAtlantic and Toronto will also be considered.
- Proven track record of meeting and exceeding goals
WHY JOIN US?
Join our organization in a key role during a period of tremendous growth and directly contribute to its future success. Contribute to a world-changing product that is working to make the world a better place through reduced CO2 emissions in multifamily buildings. Have the autonomy to learn and grow in a fast-moving, start-up environment.
OTHER GREAT STUFF:
- Benefits: Parity offers a comprehensive health benefits package - health is wealth!
- Flexible work environment: This role will be a hybrid position where you’ll be expected to work from our Midtown Manhattan or Downtown Toronto office at least two days a week and attend in-person meetings, events and other obligations as necessary
- Purpose and Impact: We hire top talent that cares about the social impact and vision, to help make urban living sustainable. It makes a difference to work alongside a group of individuals who are all dedicated and passionate about creating positive change.
- Training and development: Each employee has a $1,000 training allowance that can be used however they like, as long as it supports their role or growth within the company.
- Employee Options: Every single employee in the company has the opportunity to participate in our equity incentive plan.
Equal Opportunity Employment: Parity is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We are happy to consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal/Native American status, or any other legally protected factors. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms, or other accommodations, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Parity welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.