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Mott MacDonald · 3 weeks ago

Senior specialist Building Science

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$125K/yr - $153K/yr

10+ years exp

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development services company known for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. They are seeking a Senior Specialist in Building Science who will focus on optimizing building performance, supporting LEED certification, and ensuring compliance with energy codes and standards. This role involves serving as a subject-matter expert in energy modeling, leading commissioning efforts, and collaborating with project teams to enhance sustainability outcomes.

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Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Serve as a subject-matter expert on the development and application of energy models for energy code and sustainability rating system compliance (e.g. LEED and Envision)

Perform simulations to optimize building performance, energy efficiency, and code compliance (Title 24, CALGreen, ASHRAE 90.1)

Execute energy simulations, efficiency calculations, daylighting analysis, and whole-life/embodied carbon assessments

Prepare and submit documentation for LEED, Envision and other rating systems

Review design documents and specifications for compliance with LEED and energy codes

Evaluate energy conservation measures and propose innovative sustainability solutions

Lead or support commissioning for new construction and renovations, ensuring LEED and energy code compliance through design reviews, functional testing, and detailed reporting

Provide technical guidance on energy efficiency strategies and sustainable design

Coordinate with project teams, including architects, engineers, and project managers, to integrate sustainability goals and optimize building systems for performance and compliance

Provide commercial leadership, including budget and contract oversight, ensuring high-quality deliverables aligned with client expectations

Participate in industry events, client forums, and external publications to promote the firm’s climate and sustainability expertise

Lead business development initiatives to grow the sustainability and climate change portfolio. Including identifying new opportunities, building client relationships, and contributing to proposal development

Qualification

Energy modelingLEED certificationEnergy codes complianceEnergy modeling softwareProject managementAnalytical skillsStakeholder engagementCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Building Science, Sustainability, or related field

LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP BD+C preferred)

Minimum 10 years of experience in energy modeling for energy code and LEED compliance

Strong knowledge of various US state energy codes (e.g. Title 24, CALGreen) and standards requirements (ASHRAE 90.1, 62.1, 55)

Proficiency in energy modeling software e.g. eQUEST, EnergyPlus, One Click LCA, OpenStudio

Experience with Net Zero Energy and high-performance building design

Understanding of mechanical and electrical system design, architecture HVAC, plumbing, construction phases, and rating system portals

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team

Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

Strong project management capabilities, including budget development, team coordination and contract management

Benefits

401k

Medical

Dental and vision insurance

Short-term/long-term disability

Paid holidays

PTO

Parental leave

Company paid life insurance

Company

Mott MacDonald

Glassdoor4.1

Mott MacDonald focuses on digital innovation, transforming, engineering, management and development.

Founded in 1866

Tirana, Tirane, ALB

10001+ employees

https://www.mottmac.com/hungary

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