NBBJ Design · 3 months ago
Senior Design Performance Analyst
Charlotte, North Carolina
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $120K/yr
8+ years expNBBJ is an award-winning design firm recognized for its innovative approach to architecture and design. They are seeking a motivated Senior Design Performance Analyst to conduct performance analyses and develop tools to advance sustainability strategies across various projects.
ArchitectureProduct DesignService Industry
Responsibilities
Conduct various design performance analyses for projects to meet sustainability targets (e.g., LEED, WELL, Living Building Challenge):
Required: environmental and human performance analyses including early energy analysis, daylight autonomy, solar access, and early envelope studies. Collaborate with design teams to implement strategies for decarbonization, energy efficiency and occupant comfort
Preferred: conduct whole-building lifecycle assessments and building envelope analysis
Interpret and effectively communicate high-performance, sustainable design requirements, goals and concepts to project teams through written reports, data visualization (graphics), and presentations
Teach project teams to run and interpret different analyses to increase their design performance capabilities. Review results of colleagues’ analyses for quality and accuracy
Provide thought leadership and creative problem-solving skills for high-performance building concepts to inspire teams and project owners
Stay current on emerging technologies and sustainability regulations
Learn and maintain custom in-house tools, and be able to develop new tools for measuring environmental and human performance in the built environment
Craft new workflows to ease the integration of performance analytics into the design process
Contribute to a high-energy global team in support of projects in multiple offices
Qualification
Required
8-15+ years of experience in building performance analyses, energy modeling, sustainability and climate resilience, with at least 2 years of experience in Architecture practice
Proficiency in energy modeling tools (e.g., IES VE, EnergyPlus, OpenStudio)
Proficiency with daylight analysis tools (e.g., Climate Studio, Radiance, Honeybee)
Experience with Revit, Rhino, or other architectural production software
Understanding of the architectural design and delivery process
Understanding of resilience, electrification and decarbonization, passive design, energy/water performance
Ability to develop and communicate simple, elegant solutions to highly technical problems
Proven expertise in integrating holistic green building strategies across diverse markets and project scales
Excellent presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to lead charrettes, workshops, and client meetings
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or related field
Relevant sustainability credentials such as LEED AP, WELL AP, LFA, or Fitwel Ambassador
Professional certifications such as Architectural license, PE, CEM, BEMP
A collaborative mindset and the ability to work in a design focused, team-based open environment
Preferred
Conduct whole-building lifecycle assessments and building envelope analysis
Experience with whole-building lifecycle assessment software (e.g., Tally, OneClick LCA) preferred
Benefits
100% covered employee healthcare costs
401k contributions
Unique professional development opportunities
Volunteer opportunities
Access to leading technology and resources
Company
NBBJ Design
NBBJ is a global architecture, planning, and design firm providing services in architecture, interiors, planning and urban design, and more.
501-1000 employees
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