Sustainable Design Advisor II

Perkins&Will•San Francisco, CA

7d•$71,400 - $91,100•Hybrid

About The Position

At Perkins&Will, we are committed to supporting the well-being and growth of our team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Wellness programs and mental health support Short- and long-term disability (STD/LTD) Life insurance 401(k) retirement plan Generous paid time off (PTO) Our employee experience is enriched by a hybrid and flexible work environment, enabled by advanced technology and collaborative tools. Our hybrid model will empower you to balance your life and work commitments. We also provide: A professional development stipend and dedicated time for continuing education Performance-based bonuses Engaging studio initiatives and events Active firmwide affinity groups and leadership development opportunities Above all, our culture is grounded in a firmwide commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI)—a core foundation of everything we do.

Requirements

Years of experience: 3-5 years
Familiarity with the US and/or Canadian LEED Green Building Rating Systems (LEED v4), at minimum.
Familiarity with project specifications, architectural drawings, and building construction
Ability to think critically and strategically and be able to conduct self-directed research and analysis with limited supervision
Communicate effectively (written and oral) with both clients and colleagues, and strong attention to detail
Ability to work collaboratively with team members
High proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, and familiarity with Revit is desirable
Hold a degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field to sustainable building design
At a minimum, attain LEED Green Associate or Living Future Accreditation within 6 months of hiring.
If LEED track is chosen, LEED with Specialty Accreditation must be attained within 12 months of hiring

Nice To Haves

Living Building Challenge, Passive House, WELL, Fitwel, and/or other sustainable design performance tools are beneficial as well

Responsibilities

Collaborate and liaise with architectural, interiors, and urban design projects and consultant teams in undertaking targeted sustainable building performance calculations and product research.
Directs and advises project managers in various projects pursuing third-3rd party rating systems, including LEED. Advisement includes assessment, coordination, and documentation of green building strategies.
Conduct green product research to verify the transparency, health, and carbon claims made by product manufacturers.
Complete building performance analysis (i.e., daylight and energy analysis, embodied carbon).
Analyze data and interpret trends and statistics as required to support project deliverables.
Prepare technical content for sustainable design presentations, reports, and other client deliverables.
Be responsible for tracking and reporting on trends and programs within service sectors.