Sustainability Engineer

Turner Construction•Augusta, GA

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

If you picture yourself doing great things that make a difference in the lives of others, Turner is the place to be. Turner Construction is an industry-leading commercial construction general contractor with a 120-year history spanning iconic projects around the globe, including 10 of the world's 100 tallest buildings. Turner is committed to sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone feels connected, sees themselves represented at all levels of the company, and feels supported to reach their ultimate potential. Turner builds some of the most ambitious projects in the world. The technical expertise of our people makes us a recognized leader in many markets. Our projects are well known. Our people set us apart. We inspire greatness. Can you picture yourself at Turner? If so, apply, and let’s do great things together!

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from accredited degree program and minimum of 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience
Broad knowledge of Sustainability practices and processes
Read and interpret contract documents
Approachable and effectively interact with all employee levels, management, subcontractors, and clients
Active listening skills, responsive, and strong follow-up practices
Professional verbal and written business communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and timely documentation
Possess solid problem solving and analytical capabilities
Familiar with basic lean concepts, and continuous improvement methods and tools
Work independently with oversight and direction, and collaboratively with teams
Prioritize responsibilities for self
Embrace change and quick learner to adopt process and technology enhancements
Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office suite of applications, Internet navigation, and database applications

Nice To Haves

LEED Professional Accreditation administered by Green Building Certification Institute, desired or in pursuit of, or other relevant accreditations
Experience in construction industry, preferred

Responsibilities

Manage, evaluate, and implement Turner Sustainability Programs within budget and to the quality specified by contract documents.
Implement Turner Sustainability programs and initiatives in accordance with local, regional, and national sustainability goals.
Manage process and requirements as related to submittal review, inspections, and completion of final documentation as required by sustainability rating system or contractual obligations.
Organize and facilitate sustainability charrette (design collaboration) meetings on new projects targeting sustainable certification.
Act as liaison with Architects/Engineers (A/E), subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, inspectors, other Turner staff and owner representatives to resolve issues related to sustainability rating systems.
Ensure drawings and specifications properly relate to sustainability rating systems and programs, review contract drawings and subcontract information.
Identify and develop best practices and share improvement efforts of other business units and regions.
Contribute to development of sustainability elements of project budget and Change Order Management.
Manage submittments and shop drawings, assess conformance to contract specifications and sustainability rating systems, and resolve conflicts in interpretation.
Contribute to Scope of Work documents for trade partners.
Develop reports necessary to communicate status of sustainability program.
Participate in Subcontractor Trade Coordination meetings, Preconstruction meetings (e.g., project launch), and submittal review meetings.
Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.