About the role

Senior Sustainable Buildings Specialist leading sustainable design projects across North America. Communicating with clients and coordinating with teams for energy-efficient building outcomes.

Responsibilities

Communicate with clients and coordinate with the team and other disciplines to deliver on client needs as they relate to Sustainability, Building Performance, and Climate Risk.
Lead design and constructions teams through the sustainable building process.
Work within established sustainability frameworks including LEED, BuiltGreen, Green Globes, Envision, etc. A background more closely aligned with building performance (energy modeling, embodied carbon, Zero Carbon Buildings, Passive Haus, etc.) will also be considered.
Lead or assist in conducting climate risk and resilience assessments to design for a changing climate.
Prepare presentations, and present to clients and industry as required.
Coordinate meetings with clients, design team, and project stakeholders to define sustainability goals and review project progress.
Understand, monitor, and adhere to project schedule and budget.
Be a champion for sustainability on your projects, display a positive problem-solving attitude and commitment to sustainable outcomes.
Be a mentor for those around you, including more junior members of the team
Demonstrate knowledge in Sustainable Performance via continuous learning and education of trends in sustainability in the industry and systems required to achieve circular, low-carbon, and community focused projects.

Completion of an educational program in construction management, sustainability, engineering, environmental sciences, building sciences or another related field.
5+ years of industry experience with a demonstrated commitment to sustainability.
Knowledge of, and familiarity with, the construction industry and sustainable building trends, codes, and standards. Construction management work experience is an asset.
LEED AP, ENVSP, or equivalent qualifications.
Familiarity with financial reporting and budgeting is an asset.
Strong organizational skills.
Familiarity with embodied carbon or climate resilience is an asset.
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to manage complex situations with multiple stakeholders.
Self-driven individual who shows initiative and respect in dealing with others.
Experience using and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam Revu, etc.
A positive attitude, confidence, and a good sense of humor.
Must currently hold, or be eligible to obtain, security clearance with the Government of Canada; prior past clearance is an asset.

Competitive base salary: $95,000 – $125,000 (aligned with experience, qualifications, and education)
Profit Sharing: An above-market, performance-based annual profit-sharing program with a strong track record of meaningful payouts
Retirement: RRSP matching up to 5%
Health & wellness: Employer-paid health insurance, comprehensive wellness program, and generous parental leave
Time off: Generous vacation plan based on experience
Culture & community: Team-building activities, social events, and a supportive environment where we celebrate success together