Sustainability Project Manager

Green Dinosaur is searching for a sustainability analyst to join our team in the West Coast Market!

You are technical-minded with building science knowledge ready to grow in 3 key areas: Sustainability Consulting, Energy Modeling, and Site Verifications. You enjoy interfacing your diverse skill sets in the design and construction industry and making a positive difference in a mission-driven entrepreneurial culture.

You are passionate about the environment and are not afraid to challenge yourself and the status quo for continuous improvement and learning. You are a self-starter who is driven by excellence and can drive project teams to the finish line. You are generous in mentoring others knowing when one person grows on the team, everyone benefits.

This position is for our Culver City Office or San Diego Office.

What We Provide

• A small company culture with a large firm portfolio and a high potential for growth.
• A diverse group of like-minded individuals who are eager to share, learn and grow with one another.
• Hybrid work schedule and Flex Time policy. 
• Sustainable Transportation Incentives.
• Pet-friendly work environment.
• Employee ownership potential.
• Company Paid Volunteering Hours.
• Continuing Education Reimbursement.
• Simple IRA with an annual matching contribution.
• Comprehensive benefits package (dental, life, medical, and vision)
• The base of 2+ weeks accrued Paid Time Off annually plus 10 days of regular holidays observed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s / Associate Degree in architecture and design, environmental science is required.
• Minimum of 5+ years experience in mechanical engineering, architecture/interior design, and environmental science.
• LEED AP in BD+C or LEED for Homes. 3-5 years of experience on projects seeking LEED, WELL, and/or Living Building Challenge (LBC) certification.
• Willingness to travel – Primarily within Southern California. Vehicle transportation, valid driverʼs license, and insurance required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as great graphic communication skills for putting together a presentation with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in Energy Pro 8 or IES energy modeling software in both T24 compliance model and LEED Energy Modeling uploads. Or- proficiency in modeling softwares such as Sketch Up and Revit, building large complex models.  
• Technical knowledge on managing LEED, T24, CalGreen aspects of consulting services as the main point of client contact.
• Must be able to work proficiently with personnel from an array of professions and backgrounds, including building owners, operators, contractors, engineers, and architects.
• Ability to work independently and effectively close out projects while maintaining a high level of excellence and efficiency. Must be able to prioritize and plan efficiently to drive projects to meet milestones and deadlines.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Smartsheet, and G Suite.
• Effective in driving efficiency in turning work product around and creating work plans/projections, as well as being responsible for the financial health of the projects assigned.
• A strong team leader when it comes to working with external and internal teams, offering pertinent guildance and critical feedback to drive sustainblity goals, while bringing the team together towards a common goal.
• Ability to solve problems thinking on one’s feet quickly and effectively.
• US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in assessing and winning projects, and capable of writing proposals.
• A track record of pertienet business development results.
• Experience in manging staff.  Effective work delegation and QC other people’s work, providing critical feedback for team learning &improvement.
• Additional Sustainability related qualifications in addition to the above-required qualifications such as HER Rater, Green Rater, Certified Building Cx Professional, Certified Energy Analyst are a plus.
• Experience or interest in building commissioning a plus.
• A demonstrated successful track record on managing the overall economic well-being of the assigned projects including oversight/management of other involved disciplines and jr staff.

Instruction for application

Complete the application form at the link below and provide a resume, cover letter, and samples of work. 

Equal Employment Opportunities

Green Dinosaur provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Green Dinosaur complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.