Our vision is simple. In our commitment to the Southeast, we create architecture that enriches community through a culture of design excellence and expertise, innovation and collaborative engagement.

What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to creating spaces that enrich communities with lasting impact. Our projects are driven by a deep understanding of local culture, needs, and aspirations, resulting in designs that resonate with and enhance the communities they serve.

At LS3P, we don't just design buildings; we create iconic landmarks that define skylines, inspire people, and transform spaces. Join us in shaping the future of architecture and design in the Southeast!

We are currently seeking a Sustainability Design Specialist to join our firm who is passionate about sustainable design and devoted to quality. This position can be based in out of any LS3P office.

A Day in the Life:

Initiates sustainable and resilient design concepts and provide innovative strategic sustainability collaboration and leadership on interiors, architecture, and master plan projects.
Facilitates OPR & Sustainable Design Charrettes by navigating topics relating to high performance design, net zero energy, carbon, water, IAQ, material health, waste, biophilia, and other opportunities available for the project.
Creates powerful story telling narratives through data driven & analysis-based design strategies that promote high building performance and human health centered design and wellness in collaboration with design teams.
Engages in future climate considerations of resilient passive design first and active systems second approach with expertise in sustainability design, research, writing and in practice.
Asists clients, engineers, and contractors with understanding and coordination of sustainability objectives (internally and externally) towards defined design metrics and outcomes, internally and externally.
Works closely with Project Managers and Project Designers to manage green ratings task budgets and certification schedules, including design and consulting team member delegations, estimating certification fees, determining scope of work, and task proposal preparation.
Works with firmwide Sustainability Leader, and Sustainability core Integrate leadership on sustainability initiatives as subject matter expert.
Facilitates sustainability quality control and review of holistic integration in projects at all phases in collaboration with design and project teams.

Your Strengths as a Sustainability Design Specialist:

Understands 3rd party rating systems and facilitates project certifications for LEED, Green Globes, WELL, Fitwel, Living Building Challenge, Passive House, ZERH, NGBRS and EnergyStar compliance, and/or other systems on behalf of design team. Serves as the primary resource for technical and documentation requirements.
Understanding of energy modeling, daylight analysis, life cycle, materiality, carbon, and building commissioning process.
Strong organization, multi-tasking, and time management skills, understanding of financial return on investment; grant and funding opportunities for best sustainable practices; local, state, and national.
Strong design, graphic, verbal and presentation skills.
Understanding of the design and procurement processes.
Proficiency in Revit Insight analysis, Cove Tool, LCA, Wufi, and/or LCCA familiarity.
Excellent communication skills and a strong team ethic.
Ability to interact professionally with office leadership and clients.
Ability to direct and motivate work efforts of others and handle stressful situations.
Ability to self-manage project assignments from start to finish with oversight.
Ability to take a resilient approach and willingness to learn emerging sustainable practices.
Fosters awareness of and assists in advancing design excellence through integration of responsible and sustainable practice.
Good team member who fosters a positive work environment.
Develops strong relationships within the firm, with our clients and in our communities.
Desire to mentor others in this constantly evolving and emerging field regarding sustainability/resiliency topics, intersections of site, climate, and building science.

What You Bring To The Table:

Possession of a strong moral and ethical responsibility to the principles of sustainability.
LEED AP accreditation is required (or ability to acquire LEED accreditation) and/or other sustainability accreditations with similar rigor; additional accreditations are a plus.
4+ years of experience in an architecture, interior, or urban design firm setting is preferred.
Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or equivalent field of study.

A cover letter, resume and portfolio demonstrating Revit skills, written communication skills, diagramming and rendering abilities are required.

Life at LS3P

Together, we are building the skylines of the Southeast.

Our values articulate our beliefs and ground us in a common culture. They are the core of our practice, and reflect the “who” of our community.

EXCELLENCE is a beginning point
INTEGRITY is at the core of our decision making and actions
EMPOWERMENT with accountability makes better decisions
COLLABORATION leverages the best in everyone
BALANCE gives us fuel to do our best
STEWARDSHIP ensures a future
CARING for each other is what holds us together

We are made up of 12 offices that celebrate their own unique traditions, but we embrace a “one firm” attitude that unifies us.

LS3P’s Commitment To You:

Ongoing engagement with fantastic design team members
To develop new skills and contribute to world-class projects
Participate in meaningful collaboration and research efforts
A competitive compensation and benefits package
Professional development allowance to toward educational opportunities
Leadership development and mentoring across sectors, markets, offices and the firm
Participation in community service and outreach occasions supporting local and national organizations
Flexibility and balance in your schedule

LS3P recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to equal opportunity and believe that inclusivity benefits us all. We actively seek and consider all qualified employment applications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, sexual preference, partnership status, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions and protected veteran status, status of participation in the U.S. Armed Services, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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