Project Commissioning Engineer Intern

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE: AMRC) is a leading energy infrastructure company delivering integrated solutions that provide reliable power and modernize infrastructure. Since 2000, we have served as a trusted partner to public and private sector customers across North America, the UK and Europe, delivering over $15 billion in solutions and contracting more than 5 GW of energy resources.

At Ameresco, we integrate energy resources and modernize the built environment through innovative infrastructure solutions that improve reliability, optimize performance, strengthen resilience, and support long-term sustainability.  Join us in building the infrastructure that powers the future. Explore opportunities to make a meaningful impact while growing your career with a company at the forefront of energy innovation.

Position Overview:

Ameresco is looking for an Intern to join our team in Spring 2027. The Project Commissioning Engineer Intern will support the Office of Mental Health’s comprehensive Energy Efficiency and Pollution Program (CEEP) based in Binghamton, New York and Brentwood, New York.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors for site access and building access for ongoing construction services.
• Work with site Project Manager on ongoing contact, communication, and coordination with Ameresco customers and subcontractors in the design and construction phases, including project status updates and remedies for delays or other concerns.
• Manage, coordinate and supervise subcontractors to ensure quality control and that projects installed per design documents, are delivered on time and within budget while meeting or exceeding the customers’ expectations.
• Evaluate technologies and equipment and recommend most suitable for each application.
• Provide all necessary support, reports, and documentation required by Management for project, including technical and other support to sales, engineering and operating functions as needed
• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, and Project Team to prepare and maintain all forms of project presentations, documentation, and related material.
• Manage Project to assure accurate record keeping for project to include, daily log, schedule updates, customer interface.
• Review and manage all expenditures for assigned project including ensuring all invoices approved for payment are within budget established in project report and have appropriate purchase orders, contracts, and supporting documentation.
• Foster effective customer, subcontractor and vendor relationships at multiple levels and project phases.
• Attend weekly construction meetings at jobsite.
• Analyze proposals, prepare spreadsheets, and assist with review meetings; and
• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, facility management or energy management fields.

Additional Qualifications: 

• Exposure to large scale construction projects involving upgrades, renovations, and retrofits involving institutional, government, commercial and industrial customer sites is preferred.
• Proven ability to gather, validate, and analyze quantitative data and information.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Excel and Project.
• Excellent verbal, written, computer, technical communication and presentation skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and business relationships.
• Valid Drivers’ License issued by state of residence and in good standing.
• Local travel required.

The anticipated base salary range for this role is $25.00 (presented in good faith). In addition to base pay, employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, and may be eligible for performance incentives, bonuses, commissions, or equity, depending on the role.

Actual pay will depend on factors such as internal equity, skills, experience, education, certifications, and location. This range supports our commitment to pay transparency and compliance with applicable laws. Compensation may vary by work location, including remote arrangements.

We disclose salary ranges and benefits in all required external and internal postings and will provide further details upon request at any stage of the hiring process. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Ameresco challenges the brightest, most talented, and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that fosters initiative and achievement. We are proud of our comprehensive and competitive employee benefits, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans.

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Ameresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.