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Director of Sustainability

Northern Impact LLC.
Los Angeles, California, US
Full-time

Overview

Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.

Award-winning architecture firm that is reputably one of the best places to work in Los Angeles & San Diego, earning California's Design Firm of the Year, is seeking a Director of Sustainability.

In this position, you'll lead the company's efforts in promoting and implementing sustainable practices in the built environment.

As part of a collaborative culture, you'll work alongside project design teams and clients to advise on sustainable strategies and goals, ensuring that our projects align with the highest standards of environmental responsibility.

About the Firm :

With over 30 years of practice, this 160-person firm is nationally recognized in programming, planning + design for the healthcare, science & technology, higher education, K-12, and civic sectors.

The firm's expertise includes transformative projects for schools of medicine and the health professions, advanced research and teaching laboratories, leading-edge museums and civic landmarks, tech-offices, and innovative clinical facilities on higher ed, healthcare, and urban campuses.

The team is actively seeking talented Architects with a passion and expertise in science & technology project types.

They're a collective of professionals dedicated to creating meaningful architectural spaces that inspire and enrich communities.

Their commitment to integrity and continuous learning drives them to seek out innovative solutions that address the complex challenges of our time.

If you're passionate about sustainability and ready to contribute your expertise to impactful projects, you'd be a great fit!

Your Responsibilities :

  • Establishing Sustainable Design Goals : Lead the development of sustainable design objectives for projects and implement metrics to measure progress.
  • Carbon Sequestration and Mitigation : Bring your knowledge of carbon sequestration and mitigation strategies to enhance project sustainability.
  • Integration with Design Teams : Foster seamless communication and integration of sustainability strategies within project design teams.
  • Enhancing Energy Efficiency : Utilize cutting-edge tools and resources to maximize energy efficiency and resilience in our projects.
  • Educational Outreach : Conduct engaging training sessions and presentations to raise awareness of sustainability best practices both internally and externally.
  • Third-Party Certification Support : Guide project teams in pursuing third-party certifications such as LEED, BREEAM, WELL, and others, ensuring quality control of certification submissions.

Qualifications :

  • Minimum 8 years of experience in architecture, construction, or engineering.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture, Environmental Studies, or Natural Sciences.
  • Proven adaptability, initiative, and curiosity.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Excellent written, graphic, and verbal communication abilities.
  • Advanced strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Track record of developing compelling presentations and materials.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Proficiency in green building industry standards and certification processes.
  • Willingness to travel as needed.

This position is based in their Los Angeles, CA office. If you're ready to make a difference through sustainable design, we'd love to hear from you.

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