About TAF

TAF is a regional climate agency that invests in low-carbon solutions for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) and helps scale them up for broad implementation. We are experienced leaders and collaborate with stakeholders in the private, public and non-profit sectors who have ideas and opportunities for reducing carbon emissions. We advance the most promising concepts by investing, providing grants, influencing policies and running programs. We’re particularly interested in ideas that offer benefits beyond carbon reduction such as improving people’s health, creating new jobs, boosting urban resiliency, and contributing to a fairer society. TAF is a proud member of the Low Carbon Cities Canada (LC3) network.

For the GTHA to be carbon neutral by 2050, much needs to be done, and quickly. TAF staff are focused on enabling the acceleration and scale-up of low-carbon solutions so that we reach that goal. We’re on the leading edge of urban climate change solutions and our work makes a tangible difference. We build meaningful relationships with all kinds of stakeholders – from thought leaders advancing concepts to the people who implement change on the ground. Join our dedicated and collaborative team to contribute to the value and impact of our work.

Applying to work at TAF

We understand that candidates come with different types of experience and backgrounds that might not appear exactly to align with the requirements we’ve listed here. But if you’re excited by this job posting and to work at TAF, and think you’d be a great fit for this position, we encourage you to apply. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply. Our application process asks you to answer a few job-related questions using a platform and process that anonymizes applications and gives applicants the chance to show their skills and fit for the job versus simply evaluating on-paper qualifications. If you require any accommodations to fully participate in the hiring and selection process, please reach out to our People team at jobs@taf.ca.

 About TAF’s Manager, Technical Services

TAF’s Retrofit Accelerator puts ideas into action by supporting deep energy retrofits in the GTHA’s multi-family building sector. We collaborate with building owners, governments, utilities, and community stakeholders to maximize environmental, health, and economic outcomes. 

We are seeking a skilled Technical Services Manager to lead the technical delivery of retrofit projects and support initiatives that grow the retrofit market ecosystem. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Technical Services, you will coordinate project implementation, conduct technical reviews, manage key relationships, and contribute to program learning and innovation.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of building decarbonization in one of Canada’s largest metropolitan areas.

What you’ll do:

Project and Relationship Management 

• Lead the day-to-day delivery of assigned retrofit projects, managing workplans, deliverables, timelines and budgets. 

• Collaborate with the Senior Manager and Operations team on procurement and contracting, including preparing technical specifications and supporting vendor evaluation and selection.

• Conduct site visits to assess building conditions, monitor progress, ensure quality standards, and troubleshoot issues. 

• Manage and maintain relationships with retrofit service providers, supporting procurement, performance monitoring, and issue resolution  

• Build and maintain relationships with multi-unit residential building (MURB) owners across the GTHA to support project origination and implementation. 

• Support securing agreements from building owners for participation in deep retrofit projects.

Technical Leadership and Market Development 

• Conduct  technical reviews and quality assurance for retrofit designs, feasibility studies, and technical reports. 

• Contribute to TAF-led research and analysis on building decarbonization and retrofit implementation. 

• Lead  or support market development activities that advance adoption of retrofit technologies and services 

• Mentor junior staff, supporting their development and strengthening TAF’s technical capacity. 

• Analyze building energy system data to assess performance and inform project evaluation. 

• Review and provide feedback technical submissions from external stakeholders, including grantees, consultants, and partners. 

• Stay informed about emerging technologies and research related to decarbonization and indoor environmental quality, and identify potential innovations for demonstration.  

Communications and Knowledge Transfer 

• Contribute to knowledge-sharing efforts by contributing to blogs, case studies, white papers, journal articles, and other materials documenting project learnings and outcomes. 

• Represent TAF at industry events, workshops, and stakeholder engagements, sharing technical insights and project outcomes. 

• Collaborate with TAF’s Communications team to develop and implement communications strategies for key projects.  

Organizational Excellence  

• Contribute to TAF’s culture of collaboration, innovation, and impact. 

• Represent TAF professionally in meetings and collaborations, contributing constructively and building strong working relationships. 

• Engage and work across teams, ensuring integration and alignment, knowledge sharing, and coordination on cross-functional initiatives. 

• Actively engage in staff-wide initiatives including meetings, working groups, planning sessions, and professional development activities.

Knowledge, skills and abilities we’re looking for:

Education and Experience 

• Education: Master’s degree in environmental science, architecture, engineering, building science, or a closely related field.  

• Professional Designation: Certifications such as Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Professional Engineering (P.Eng.), or Certified Measurement & Verification Professional (CMVP) are assets. 

• Project Leadership and Execution: Minimum 5 years progressive experience managing or leading technical projects, ideally in the building sector. Experience coordinating timelines, budgets, deliverables, and external consultants. 

• Buildings Sector Experience: Proven experience with energy efficiency in the build environment, with a strong understanding of building energy systems and retrofit delivery. 

• Energy Systems Expertise: Experience working with building performance data, audits or retrofits. Energy modelling experience is an asset. 

• Mobility: Valid driver’s license is an asset. 

Skills and Knowledge 

• Technical and Analytical Skills: Proficient in building energy and consumption analysis, statistics, financial evaluation, systems monitoring, and use of related software tools. 

• Research Competency: Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative research methods, evaluation techniques, instrumentation, and data collection. 

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical content to a variety of audiences. 

• Professional Judgment: Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, tact, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently. 

• Problem Solving and Adaptability: Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities; ability to troubleshoot technical issues in real-world project settings. 

• Equity and Inclusion Awareness (an asset): Awareness of the equity and social dimensions of retrofit programs is a valued asset. 

What we offer:

The starting annual salary range for this role is $85,000-$90,000. We use an established pay grid and follow a consistent an equitable approach to compensation to ensure fairness across our team and equal pay for equal work. Candidates whose experience and qualifications exceed the listed requirements may be offered a starting salary at the higher end of the posted range.

Beyond salary, TAF offers rewards that support your well-being and success:

• Other cash compensation

  • Quarterly retirement savings contributions after 12 months.

  • Home office setup support.

  • $1,040 stipend (paid biweekly) towards cellphone and internet.

• Paid time off:

  • 15 vacation days per year to start.

  • Up to 15 personal leave days per year for your well-being, including physical and mental health, family responsibilities, cultural observances, and important appointments.

  • TAF-wide office closures on 14 City-designated and statutory holidays (includes Easter Monday, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and Remembrance Day), plus a winter break between Boxing Day and New Years’ Day (3 business days).

• Health & wellness benefits (begins after completion of three-month probationary period):

  • Comprehensive, employer-paid extended health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependants.

  • Employer-paid life insurance with optional enhanced coverage.

  • Employee-paid long term disability insurance with optional enhanced coverage.

  • Confidential access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and well-being support and resources.

Professional development support

• Access financial support and paid time off to pursue relevant learning and professional development opportunities.

• Engage in team-wide training sessions and learning opportunities that support professional development and personal growth.

Why you’ll love being a part of the TAF team:

• Hybrid, flexible work model:

  • Spend an average of two days per week in our downtown Toronto office, making the most of in-person time to connect with your team, solve problems together, and build shared understanding.

  • Work from your virtual office – whether that’s your home or another quiet, reliable space – on days that you’re not in the TAF office.

  • Follow a regular Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm schedule, with flexibility to adjust hours in consultation with your supervisor to support personal needs and responsibilities

  • Occasional travel-based remote work is possible, within limits that support fairness and ensure team coverage.

• Purpose-driven work:

  • Contribute directly to reducing carbon emissions, improving public health, creating green jobs, boosting urban resiliency, and advancing social equity in the GTHA.

  • Gain direct exposure and opportunity to advance climate action with partners and stakeholders across sectors and municipalities in the GTHA.

• Inclusive, collaborative team:

  • Participate in staff socials and lunches, picnics, and many other activities.

  • Contribute to the future direction of TAF by having a voice in annual and strategic planning processes.

  • Work in an environment that values openness and inclusivity, supported by a staff-led Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Working Group.

Application process:

Start your application by clicking on the yellow button on the top right of this page.

You’ll upload your resume (no cover letter is required) and answer a few questions related to your relevant experience and day-to-day responsibilities. You can complete it at your own pace; you'll receive a direct link to your application, allowing you to come back and edit your responses until you click submit.

After the job closes, your answers will go through our de-biased sift process: all responses are anonymized, randomized, and scored by our team. We’ll also screen for AI-generated content (such as ChatGPT), and candidates who appear to have used these tools inappropriately will not move forward in the hiring process.

To help us track the diversity of our candidate pool, we ask for demographic information. The details you provide are confidential, not tied to your application, and will not be seen by the hiring team.

If your answers score in the top 10 - 20% of applicants, we’ll review your resume. While we value your resume, we place more emphasis on your responses to the sift questions than on your on-paper qualifications.

If you are shortlisted, we’ll invite you for an in-person interview at our Toronto office (virtual interviews can be accommodated on request). After that, top candidates may complete a technical assessment and participate in a second interview. In the final stage, the TAF hiring manager will connect with your professional references to hear about what it’s like working with you from your past colleagues.

Depending on the volume and quality of applications received, we may introduce an additional step. We anticipate the process will take about six weeks from the closing date to making a hiring decision. Whether you are successful or not, you will hear back from us once the process is complete. We appreciate your interest in applying to work at TAF!