Project Sustainability Specialist

DPR Construction • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset. This role provides hands-on sustainability support to project teams to ensure compliance and performance. It assists with green building certifications and sustainability documentation. It also supports data collection and reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, environmental studies, or a related field required.
• 2–4 years of experience supporting construction or sustainability initiatives required.

Nice To Haves

• LEED Green Associate, WELL AP, or similar certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports sustainability documentation and certifications.
• Assists project teams with sustainability implementation.
• Collects project-level sustainability data.
• Provides tools and guidance to field teams.
• Supports issue resolution related to sustainability requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level