Sustainable Design Professional II

Hks • Full-time • Washington • 2m ago

Overview:

HKS is seeking a Sustainable Design Professional to join our team.

Supports project teams using a wide range of developing professional skills. Performs basic design and technical tasks requiring application of standard techniques and knowledge of sustainability while working under general supervision. Eager to learn, highly organized and willing to contribute creatively to the team.

Responsibilities:

Project

Conducts whole building and component embodied carbon Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) using industry software such as Tally and One Click
Integral in influencing and delivering quality sustainable low energy design
Liaisons with stakeholders to develop and advance their sustainability strategies
Identifies sustainability risks and appropriate mitigation measures
Creates models to illustrate plans, processes and designs
Supports internal training for technical staff
Modifies or creates LEED or other rating system-specific documents, applying standard sustainable design techniques, collaborative design computations and procedures as assigned under direction
Performs routine assignments and may have some design responsibility collaborating with other team members as designated
Conducts research on local, regional and global project sustainability context, building materials, sustainable strategies and third-party rating systems (LEED, WELL, etc.)
Prepares draft reports with written and graphic content
Assists with enterprise level Environmental, Social & Governance work
Assists with the creation and maintenance of firm-wide content on the HKS intranet
Assists design teams in performance and energy analysis assignments
May attend on-site visits, field reviews and client and/or project meetings as appropriate
May assist in preparing proposals, presentations, schedules and processing of system-specific documentation and samples

Cultural

May participate in communication with other disciplines, vendors and contractors to incorporate information into project requirements
Participates in team meetings to discuss project issues, design and technical issues and coordination with other disciplines
Performs work in a manner that demonstrates an awareness of and an appreciation for the firm’s cultural values, including a commitment to quality, innovation, learning and growth
Becomes skilled in fostering and maintaining a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team
Fosters awareness of and assists in advancing the firm’s principles of ‘design excellence’ in the integration of responsible and sustainable design practice with the art of design

Financial

Develops understanding of the firm’s basic accounting principles, project budgets and fees
Understands the financial implications of overhead and chargeable time, including accountability to project plan and planned utilization rate

Revenue or Opportunity Generation

Fosters awareness of the importance of growing and maintaining client relationships and the basic concept of business development
May assist in production of marketing presentations
Participates with civic, community and industry professional organizations with commitment and professional integrity to represent HKS

Qualifications:

Graduate degree preferred
Working knowledge of embodied carbon calculations including data sources such as EC3 and Environmental Produce Declarations (EPDs)
Experience with whole building Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) analysis software
Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, Environmental Design or related field
On the path to architectural registration or professional engineering licensure preferred
Typically with 3+ years of experience
Sustainable design accreditation preferred
Knowledge of software such as Revit, Grasshopper, AutoCAD, Navisworks and 3D modeling preferred
Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup and InDesign graphic software preferred
Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
Knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
Knowledge of energy modeling/ building analysis simulation
Knowledge of building codes and high-performance standards
Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally, graphically and in writing
Ability to problem solve and collaborate on innovative solutions
Ability to work in team environment
Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality

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Base Salary Range: $63k - $85.1k annually – Denver, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, New York, and Washington D.C. locations only

The estimate displayed represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in Denver, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, New York, and Washington D.C. locations only. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

HKS offers a comprehensive total compensation & benefits package with health, dental, and vision care coverage, 401(k) plans, life & AD&D insurance, short/long term disability plans, paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, vacation), and much more for benefits-eligible employees. To learn more about our benefits visit this page

Travel may be required.

The information contained in this job description is intended to serve as a minimum requirement and guideline — not as a guarantee — for promotion to this level. Some additional criteria, qualifications or expectations may be required by service, sector or practice group.