U.S. Green Building Council · 1 day ago
Certification Manager, LEED (Remote in the U.S.)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$90K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expU.S. Green Building Council is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to transforming the built environment. The Certification Manager, LEED for Cities and Communities will manage the certification process, ensuring quality control and client satisfaction while leading a team to achieve strategic goals.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Manage the end-to-end certification process for a portfolio of clients across the LEED for Cities and LEED for Communities in collaboration with Certification Operations
Track project progress and generate weekly certification activity reports
Collaborate with the Technical Customer Service, Client Solutions, and Market Transformation and Development teams to resolve project inquiries and maintain client satisfaction
Support monthly certification client check-ins to identify opportunities for increased engagement
Stay current on updates to applicable standards and educate internal team members
Lead and develop a high-performing global team of three to five internal staff and multiple contractors by setting clear goals, providing regular coaching and feedback, and fostering a collaborative environment to ensure individual growth and team success
Lead onboarding sessions for new staff, ensuring timely and consistent program delivery
Document best practices to support team training and onboarding
Qualification
Required
A minimum of five years of program management or team supervision experience required
Experience with certification programs/conformity assessment(s)
Technical understanding of ESG and experience with triple bottom line approaches to sustainability; background in the social, economic and environmental dimensions of sustainability and smart cities
Strong urban systems knowledge of the synergies between built environment, natural environment, social systems, equity, resilience, and climate change
Specialization in an area such as urban planning, economic or community development, high-performance buildings or portfolio management, ecology and natural systems, transportation and land use planning, energy efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions, water efficiency and management, materials and resources, the social dimensions of sustainability, smart cities, etc
Ability to read, understand and interpret city and community policy, state and federal regulations, incentives, programming, and planning documents, site plans, zoning maps, geographical information systems and its applications, urban data analytics, construction specifications and operational policies
Detailed technical understanding of and experience with one or more of the following design topics: master planning, urban sustainability planning and implementation, codes and ordinances, land use, zoning, urban development
Detailed technical understanding of and experience with common environmental codes, guides, rating systems, and standards relevant to specialty, (e.g., LEED v4.1 for Cities and Communities, ISO 37101, 37120 and related ISOs focusing on urban sustainability, STAR Communities v2, LEED BD+C and Neighborhood Development v4, Dark Sky, SITES v2, PEER v2)
Bachelor's degree in a field of study related to one or more of the following specialties: Planning (urban/transportation/environmental planning, urban design), Architecture (architecture, landscape architecture, interior design), Engineering (mechanical, civil, structural), Sustainable Built Environment, Public Policy/Administration, Construction Management (or associated discipline), Environmental/Sustainability Science (ecology, biology, environmental management)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Passion and commitment to USGBC mission
Strong sense of personal responsibility and accountability for delivering high quality work
Exceptional leadership and people management skills
Excellent judgment, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Energetic, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize
Willingness and ability to self-initiate
Experience serving in technical consultative role
Excellent ability to clearly explain advanced technical issues in a manner that is easily understood
Ability to work well both independently and on teams
Support GBCI's mission to become the premier organization independently recognizing excellence in green building performance and practice globally
Encourage and accelerate global adoption of sustainable development and green building practices through various sustainability standards, tools, and performance criteria
LEED GA required
English
Preferred
Master's degree preferred in a field of study related to one or more of the following specialties: Planning (urban/transportation/environmental planning, urban design), Architecture (architecture, landscape architecture, interior design), Engineering (mechanical, civil, structural), Sustainable Built Environment, Public Policy/Administration, Construction Management (or associated discipline), Environmental/Sustainability Science (ecology, biology, environmental management)
Currently licensed professional in specialty area preferred. Other professional certifications as relevant to area of expertise
LEED AP with specialty preferred (BD+C, ID+C, O+M, ND), LEED v4.1 for Cities and Communities Pro Training Certificate preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation
401(k) with employer matching
Professional development reimbursement
We offer a healthcare plan through Cigna that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs. USGBC covers 100% of the premiums and an HRA that will assist you and your dependents in reaching the in-network medical deductible. You will only be responsible for the $300 individual / $600 family up front deductible for medical services before the employer funded HRA will process payments for your in-network claims
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
6 weeks paid renewal leave after 7 years of continuous service
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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