U.S. Green Building Council · 5 days ago
LEED Certification Reviewer- Energy/Indoor Air Quality Specialty
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$1,800K/yr - $2,300K/yr
5+ years expU.S. Green Building Council is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to transforming the built environment. The LEED Certification Reviewer will deliver high-quality technical reviews of LEED submissions for energy and indoor air quality compliance, collaborating with various teams to drive key initiatives and improve certification processes.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Deliver on-time, high-quality technical reviews of LEED submissions for energy and IAQ compliance
Analyze whole-building energy models, ventilation calculations, renewable energy and GHG claims per applicable LEED version
Perform QA/QC of work by GBCI peers and subcontractors; follow internal guidance and review timelines
Apply LEED requirements, ASHRAE standards, and energy codes; provide clear, actionable review comments and support process improvements
Share knowledge and collaborate across the team; communicate effectively with project teams and owners via written and verbal channels
Assist in refining GBCI programs, policies, plans, and credit/reference materials
Assist in improving the certification review process using expertise, data insights, and user feedback
Liaise with USGBC and other standards developers and technical committees
Maintain current expertise by tracking emerging industry issues and trends
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5+ years direct professional experience in mechanical system design, energy modeling, commissioning and/or energy auditing
Bachelor's degree in a field of study related to one or more of the following specialties: Architecture, Engineering, Planning, Construction Management, Building Operations, Environmental Science
Microsoft suite of products
Energy modeling software
Experience with a variety of high-performance building projects, including LEED projects and/or specialization in a high-performance building attribute such as energy efficiency, water efficiency, and indoor environmental quality, etc
Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications: architectural, envelope, MEP, controls, commissioning reports, and operational policies
Detailed technical understanding of and experience with one or more of the following building operations topics: common construction methods, fenestration, HVAC systems, plumbing systems, electrical systems, electrification, demand response, etc
Detailed technical understanding of and experience with common environmental building codes and standards (e.g., ASHRAE 90.1, ASHRAE 62.1, ASHRAE 55, California Title 24, IPMVP Vol. III, IESNA RP-33, ASHRAE 189, IECC, UPC, IPC)
LEED AP required upon hire; with specialty preferred (BD+C, ID+C)
Demonstrated success with process improvement
Preferred
Master's degree preferred in a field of study related to one or more of the following specialties: Architecture, Engineering, Planning, Construction Management, Building Operations, Environmental Science
Field experience with HVAC, construction, building operations/facility management, or construction management preferred
Professional license preferred
Additional language proficiencies are preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation
401(k) with employer matching
Professional Development Reimbursement
100% employer-paid healthcare coverage to you and your immediate family- spouse and dependents- via employer-sponsored Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) and pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Generous paid time off (12 paid holidays, 9 paid personal sick days and based on career level either 2 to 3 weeks PTO), including operations closed for a full week between Christmas and New Year’s
Six-week renewal leave for employees celebrating a milestone anniversary
Company
U.S. Green Building Council
The U.S. Green Building Council is committed to transforming buildings and communities to advance human and environmental well-being.
201-500 employees
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