Cuningham · 3 months ago
Architectural Building Performance Manager (Sustainability and Regenerative Design)
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$93K/yr - $145K/yr
8+ years expCuningham is a firm dedicated to advancing high-performing, regenerative building design. They are seeking a Building Performance Manager to lead building performance simulations and ensure that performance-driven thinking is integrated throughout the design process, collaborating with various teams to enhance building efficiency and sustainability.
Architecture
Responsibilities
Lead building performance simulations, including energy, daylighting, thermal comfort, embodied carbon, and water use, across all project phases
Utilize advanced tools such as DesignBuilder, Tally, One Click LCA, WUFI, Cove Tool, Forma, and Revit to perform modeling and analysis
Conduct life-cycle cost analysis (LCCA) and benchmarking to inform early design decisions
Ensure compliance with codes and readiness for certifications such as LEED, WELL, and Living Building Challenge
Research emerging technologies, materials, and regenerative strategies to enhance building performance
Develop white papers, case studies, and internal best-practice guides to share knowledge firm-wide
Present performance findings at conferences, webinars, client workshops, and internal forums
Partner with architects, engineers and consultants to define measurable performance goals at project outset
Facilitate design charrettes and integrate performance strategies into project workflows
Provide continuous oversight of performance integration throughout all project phases
Develop, document, and refine sustainable design standards, tools, and workflows for firm-wide application
Mentor design team members in performance modeling, analysis interpretation, and application of strategies
Support business development efforts with performance-driven storytelling and proposal input
Communicate technical outputs effectively to designers and clients, providing high-level insights early and actionable recommendations later
Create compelling visualizations of performance data for diverse audiences
Serve as a subject-matter expert representing the firm in the marketplace
Stay current on evolving codes, policies, and incentives related to building performance
Contribute to the firm's reputation for innovation and leadership in regenerative design
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture, Architectural Engineering, Building Science, Environmental Design, or a related field
8-10+ years of relevant professional experience in building performance simulation and sustainable design
Proven experience integrating performance strategies into design workflows across all project phases
Proficiency with tools such as DesignBuilder, IES-VE, EnergyPlus, WUFI, Radiance, Ladybug/Honeybee, OpenStudio, or similar
Ability to create compelling visualizations and communicate performance outcomes clearly to varied audiences
Strong communicator with the ability to translate technical results into design insights and client narratives
Collaborative team player able to work seamlessly with architects, engineers, and consultants
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
An employee wellness program
Life and disability insurance
401k retirement savings plan
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Company
Cuningham
Cuningham is a nationally recognized architecture and interior design firm.
201-500 employees
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Chief Executive Officer
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