Regional Sustainability Specialist

1 week ago

Seattle, Washington, United States TalentSphere Staffing Solutions Full time
Regional Sustainability Specialist
West Coast - Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Vancouver, Oakland or Costa Mesa
Global Multidisciplinary Firm
Salary Range: $80k - $130k USD

Get To Know Our Client:
TalentSphere is proud to be partnered with a reputable & established global multidisciplinary firm. This diverse firm was founded 40+ years ago and offers services in architecture, interior design, urban planning as well as graphics and branding. Their portfolio spans across healthcare, mixed-use, institution & education, community/civic, arts & culture, commercial/office, government, hospitality, libraries, retail, science & technology, seniors living, sports & recreation, transportation & infrastructure and urban planning & design.

Culture:
Although this firm has a global reach with over 20+ offices, they have managed to continue to nurture the culture of the firm to keep the founding partners' vision of a healthy, positive and growth oriented working environment. Each office location, of course, has its own flair due to their surrounding areas, and diversity and inclusion are of the utmost importance. They offer a flexible, hybrid working model (3 days in office, 2 from home), 401K/RRSP's, excellent compensation and benefits, wellness programs, educational opportunities and reimbursements as well as a growth oriented structure to promote internal career advancement.

Summary of Position:
Regional Sustainability Specialists are members of the firm wide sustainability team that focus their support and efforts on a specific region, in this case, the West Coast. The firm wide sustainability team focuses on sustainability efforts including the education of staff, reporting on sustainability metrics, the development of sustainability resources, greening the firm's operations, and creating a case for sustainability for all the firm's clients. The team also supports research initiatives related to sustainability, including measurement of indoor environmental quality factors.

In addition to providing support on firm wide sustainability initiatives, the regional sustainability specialist will assist with sustainable projects across the firm, focused primarily within their region. Projects vary from small interior fit-outs to large master planning exercises and tasks, including sustainable strategy identification and goal setting, third party certification documentation (LEED, WELL, etc), climate analysis, project performance analysis, and local code and legislation assessments.

The Regional Sustainability Specialist position has been specifically developed to address the growing demand for local sustainability expertise.

Role Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement strategies to improve internal sustainability knowledge, culture, and engagement within the West Coast region.
  • Work daily to embed sustainability into all aspects of the firm's culture and work.
  • Serve as a resource for all West Coast offices as a subject-matter expert around a variety of sustainability topics - particular focus around resilience, wellness, and decarbonization is of interest.
  • Develop West Coast specific strategies, communications, and marketing material to help build the firm's reputation around sustainability throughout the region
  • Participate in and present at regional and national conferences that are identified as a priority for our West Coast presence around sustainability
  • Be an established thought leader in the industry through conference presentations, white papers, etc.
  • Develop and present educational materials around a wide range of sustainability topics, specifically developed for the West Coast region.
  • Assist in implementing firm wide sustainability goals within the West Coast region
  • Stay up to date with current, West Coast-specific, sustainability-related building codes and public initiatives.
  • Up to 15% travel to other offices anticipated.
  • Lead and guide sustainability focused project work, including third party certification documentation and performance analysis for projects of a variety of types and sizes.
  • Advance high-performance design strategies and systems integration in support of sustainable design certifications.
  • Guide the production of effective visualizations and illustrations of projects for presentation to clients, public authorities, and partners.
  • Engage in business development, assist with marketing pursuits and proposal development, and participate in client interviews.
  • Conduct research centered on how building performance affects occupants.
  • Develop region-specific actionable sustainable strategies and guidelines.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor or Master's Degree in Sustainability, Architecture, Interior Design, Urban Planning, or a related field. At least one built-environment specific degree is required.
  • 5 to 9 years of experience in the sustainability field recommended, preferably within the West Coast region.
  • Passion for sustainability and green building.
  • Extensive knowledge of sustainable design strategies, material selection, and technologies required.
  • Concentration on sustainability during undergrad or graduate program highly recommended.
  • Ability to work independently and on multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent graphic presentation skills, and the ability to present in front of large groups.
  • Intellectual curiosity, eagerness to engage with others, and willingness to contribute to a healthy workplace culture.
  • Experience with the LEED rating system, for both new and existing construction, and managing a LEED project is preferred.
  • Experience with Net Zero projects and associated impacts for both new and existing construction is preferred.
  • Knowledge of rating systems and standards, such as the WELL Building Standard, Passive House, Fitwel, or others, is preferred.
  • Experience with performance analysis software such as COVE.Tool, ClimateStudio, and Ladybug/Honeybee for Grasshopper is preferred.
What Our Client Offers:
  • Compensation, competitive to the 2024 market based on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits, medical, dental & vision plans
  • 401K & RRSPs
  • Company paid holidays
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Commuter benefits
  • Healthcare spending accounts
  • Hybrid, flexible working model
  • Career advancement opportunities
If you are interested in this position and tick all the boxes above, please apply here or contact me directly at
Only candidates who match the description above, will be contacted.

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