Dave Jacob

Experience

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  George Mason University

  May 2009 - Sept 2009

  Systems Engineering Intern

  Completed graduate-level internship work including developing material for systems engineering online course. Researched current noise and sensor technology and Environmental Management Systems (EMS) for use in airports. Developed a final presentation outlining technologies and proposing a theoretical solution

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  Computer & Electronics Consulting

  Jan 2010 - now

  Principal

  Diagnosing and troubleshooting individual client computer and electronics problems. Educating client on proper usage and operation of components. Setting up of new components, software and hardware.

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  Sustainable Building Partners

  Feb 2011 - now

  Subject Matter Expert in EQp Minimum Indoor Air Quality VRP (both ASHRAE 62.1 and 62.2) calculationsManage all LEED reviews, including Minimum Energy Performance and Minimum Indoor Air Quality submissions for New Construction LEED Reviews, as well as Project Information, Indoor Environmental Quality Performance, Minimum Indoor Air Quality, and Innovation Credit submissions for Existing Building LEED ReviewsCo-Manage and administer air quality tests for contaminants, including particulate matter, carbon monoxide, ozone, formaldehydes, and volatile organic chemicals (VOCs)Review project drawings and specifications for EQp Minimum Indoor Air Quality Performance Prerequisite submissionsReview LEED Commerical Interior project drawings Mentor and assign workflow tasks to junior staff Show less Highly-experienced USGBC-accredited LEED Project Reviewer specializing in the review of Energy model submissions to the EA Minimum Energy Performance Prerequisite in accordance with ASHRAE guidance, including the EA Optimize Energy Performance Credit, and Indoor Air Quality submissions to the EQ Minimum Indoor Air Quality Performance Prerequisite in accordance with ASHRAE guidance, including Outdoor Air Delivery Monitoring, Increased Ventilation and Thermal Comfort Design Credits for both New Construction and EBOM projects. Reviewed over 300 LEED project energy models using the eQUEST, TRACE, EnergyPlus,EnergyPro, HAP, and IES software suites across all building types,Actively involved in excess of 100 LEED projects in various capacities includingconsiderable experience in whole building energy simulations and energy modeling peerreview, across all building types including schools, multifamily / mixed-use,dormitories, offices, data centers, laboratories, grocery stores, movie theaters, museums, andhotels. Successfully completed submissions under LEED-NC, CS, Schools, CI, and LEED for Homes-MidrisePerformed Daylighting simulations and provided general design guidance for LEED projectthat are pursuing the daylighting credit using the LightStanza Daylighting softwareExperienced in effectively analyzing and communicating the inputs and results of energy models in order to provide quality written reporting and documentationCharged with company oversight of specialized template creation, revision and utilization for technical reports and detailed energy modeling calculations for high-level internal and external useHighly-proficient user of eQUEST/DOE-2.2, LBNL Windows6, PVWatt, AutoCAD, REVIT, Sketchup, LightStanza, COMCheck, Microsoft Office & Windows, macOSManager of company IT systems, to include all MacOS devices, IT inventory, user accounts, on-boarding and off-boarding, technical support for employees, and specialized support for technical issues Show less Energy modeling of commercial and residential buildings in support of LEED program participation. Creating and manipulating spreadsheets and databases. Working with standard software packages to benchmark building energy use. Preparation of technical reports, detailed calculations and other prepared documents as requested by ManagementAdditional responsibilities (as IT Specialist) include management of all Mac OS X devices, including inventory, user accounts, and ongoing health monitoring of all devices. Onboarding and offboarding support for employees. General support for all technical issues Show less

  • Sustainability Technical Manager

    Mar 2022 - now

  • Building Performance Engineer

    May 2017 - Apr 2022

  • Building Performance Analyst

    Feb 2011 - Jul 2017