Join the No. 1 ranked architecture firm (2017 Architect 50 Sustainability Category: Architect Magazine) and work alongside the best talent in the world who will challenge and inspire you every day!

We are looking for a talented and professional Architectural Sustainability Analyst with 2-5 years of experience supporting and providing sustainable analysis in the pursuit of sustainable performance goals. The role will be a blend of architecture and sustainability with an approximate 50/50 split between architectural work and sustainability analysis.

This role is based in our downtown Vancouver, B.C. office, where each day we ideate, collaborate and create, supported by a culturally diverse group of architectural professionals, in-house leading-edge technology including digital fabrication, virtual design and realization, and physical modelling. Our Vancouver team thrives on multi-disciplinary engagement while practicing at the intersection of architecture and urban design and are distinguished by our creative and intellectual curiosity.

The current compensation range for this role is $60,000 to $85,000 CAD annually, dependent on education and experience.

As an Architectural Sustainability Analyst, you will…

Be responsible for developing project specific analysis (including Whole Building LCA, daylighting, view out) in the support of defining the sustainable vision and project goals.
Produce design drawings, presentation drawings, graphic design work, and digital and physical modeling in support of Architecture, Urban Design, and Interior Design, as well as marketing efforts.
Perform rudimentary architectural assignments and work collaboratively with others toward design solutions.
Liaise with external and internal consultant teams to develop design strategies that meet the sustainable vision and project goals.
Coordinate and document LCAs (and other documentation) for LEED, Fitwel, ILFI and other sustainable certifications.
Support the delivery of projects based in Canada and the US in their pursuit of higher building performance.
Support benchmarking and iterative modeling to drive carbon reduction strategies.
Support the development of sustainable performance goals in the Vancouver office and ZGF US offices.

Qualifications:

Professional Architectural degree with 2-5 years of experience supporting sustainability projects deliveries, including certification documentation (LEED, WELL, Fitwel) and sustainable analysis (including Whole Building LCA, daylighting, view out).
Ability to present analytical results to project teams and clients to bridge between technical analysis and practical decision-making.
Architectural experience working with complex multi-phased higher education, large transit, healthcare, civic and/or commercial development projects is desired.
Experience using Whole Building LCA tools including Tally, OneClick, EC3, and Athena. Along with experience using DIVA, Climate Studio, LightStanza, IES, or other sustainable performance building analysis software.
Proficient in Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper for Rhino, Adobe Suite, and MS Office Suite.
Thrives in a project-driven, dynamic environment, managing multiple tasks with ease.
Excels in collaborative environments, actively contributing to group goals, fostering a positive team spirit, and valuing diverse perspectives.
Demonstrates a high level of creativity and the ability to consistently generate original ideas and solutions.
Resourceful and self-motivated with a strong commitment to continuous improvement and process standardization.
A willingness to learn and demonstrates a strong ability to take initiative and anticipate needs, often going above and beyond to address challenges and opportunities before they arise.

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