Entry-Level LEED Certification Reviewer
About The Position
Salas O’Brien is seeking a full-time, entry-level LEED Certification Reviewer to provide technical expertise for projects pursuing LEED BD+C, ID+C, and O+M rating systems and SITES certification. The ideal candidate is energetic, a fast learner, and detail-oriented, joining a growing company based in Atlanta, Georgia. The role involves performing in-depth technical reviews of building design, construction, and operations for compliance with LEED rating systems, educating project teams, and providing technical customer service. The position offers the opportunity to gain proficiency in LEED and learn about other rating systems like WELL, SITES, and the Living Building Challenge. After training, responsibilities include acting as a third-party quality control reviewer, performing QA reviews of colleagues' work, participating in business development activities, and contributing to resource development. Success is measured by achieving Senior Reviewer status within a year, meeting production metrics, achieving customer service goals, and demonstrating professional growth.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a field of study related to one or more of the following specialties: Planning (urban/transportation/environmental planning, urban design), Architecture (architecture, landscape architecture, interior design), Engineering (mechanical, civil, structural), Sustainable Built Environment, Public Policy/Administration, Construction Management (or associated discipline), Environmental/Sustainability Science (ecology, biology, environmental management).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, including technical writing.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Strong sense of personal responsibility and accountability for delivering high quality work.
- Ability to work well both independently and in small groups.
- Desire to be an integral part of a team effort.
- Excellent judgment, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented and able to prioritize.
- Willingness to self-initiate.
- Strong computer skills, with high proficiency in MS Office suite, including Excel.
Nice To Haves
- LEED AP with specialty preferred.
- Ability to read, understand and interpret building floor plans, sections, site plans, construction specifications, mechanical schedules, commissioning reports and operational policies preferred.
- Technical understanding of and experience with one or more of the following building operations topics: common construction methods, materials specification, fenestration, HVAC systems, plumbing systems, electrical systems, landscape design, master planning, land use, zoning, urban development preferred.
- Experience with ISO Standards a plus.
Responsibilities
- Perform in-depth technical review and analyses of building design, construction, and operations for compliance with LEED rating systems on time with high quality to gain rating system proficiency with the goal of achieving Senior status within one year.
- Educate and directly engage the marketplace by effectively communicating through written, verbal, and in-person meetings with project teams and owners.
- Provide technical customer service support to project teams.
- Contribute to the continued development and increased technical knowledge of fellow LEED Certification Reviewers through collaborative teamwork.
- Gain understanding of the LEED rating system including forms, calculations, and documentation requirements, as well as how to apply LEED criteria to the review of documentation for verification that the project meets the rating system requirements.
- Learn more about the WELL, SITES, and Living Building Challenge rating systems, including forms, calculations, documentation requirements, and how to apply the criteria to the review of documentation for verification.
- Contribute to a project’s pursuit of a sustainability-related certification by working as the third-party quality control Reviewer prior to the project’s submittal to GBCI for formal review.
- Perform quality assurance (QA) review of work done by other Reviewers.
- Participate in Business Development activities such as networking, speaking engagements, and written content for marketing purposes.
- Participate in resource development to further the knowledge and increase efficiency and proficiency in conducting reviews for the department.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
- Professional development support
- Twice-Yearly Profit Sharing
- Employee-owned company with option to buy shares
- Pet Insurance
- HSA/FSA/Dependent Care FSA
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Parental Leave
- 10 days annually for Holidays
- 4 weeks annually for Vacation (5 weeks after 15 years)
- Certifications office closed Christmas Eve through New Years Day
- 1 day annually for Altruistic activities
- Flexible schedule, including option for 4/80 or other
- Summer Fridays – option to complete heads-down work or take PTO
- Stipend for alternative commuting
- Stipend for wellness activities, such as gym or yoga memberships, weight loss programs, competitive races, etc.
- Wellness activities included in work schedule, such as group yoga, hiking, mental health programming, ergonomics training, and more
- Quarterly Town Hall Meetings included in work schedule and off-site
- Group meditation sessions every Wednesday
- Company-sponsored social events
- Annual stipend for professional organization memberships, conferences, etc.
- Continuing education opportunities
- Mentorship Program
- Employee Impact Groups
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
