Project Sustainability Lead

Targeted Talent; Burnaby, North Vancouver, Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainability consultancy in Vancouver seeks a Project Sustainability Lead to oversee sustainability strategies for high-performance building projects. The role requires 8+ years of relevant experience and expert knowledge in energy modeling and LCA tools. The candidate will lead teams, drive project certifications, and contribute to impactful design solutions in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Strong focus on professional growth

Hybrid work with travel for site visits

Opportunity to see measurable impact

Qualifications

• 8+ years in sustainability consulting or related field.
• Proven leadership of large-scale, performance-driven building projects.
• Deep knowledge of Step Code, ASHRAE, NECB, Passive House equivalencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead sustainability strategy across multiple high-performance building projects.
• Coordinate seamlessly between architects, engineers, and clients.
• Drive LEED, WELL, Zero Carbon, and similar certifications.

Skills

Leadership in sustainability consulting

Energy modeling

LCA software proficiency

Communication skills

Team mentoring

Tools

Tally

eQUEST

EnergyPlus

IES-VE

OpenStudio

Job description

Project Sustainability Lead

Hybrid – Vancouver, BC • Full‑Time | Senior (8+yrs) • $110K–135K CAD DOE

About the Firm

A cutting-edge sustainability consultancy in Vancouver, guiding architects, developers, and public agencies toward high-performance, low-carbon buildings. We blend deep technical skill with real-world impact—helping projects make measurable, positive change .

The Role in a Snap

Lead sustainability from Day1 through delivery. Work hands-on with energy and carbon modelling, drive certification strategies, and translate insights into clear, actionable plans.

What You’ll Own

• Lead Sustainability: Oversee strategy across multiple high-performance building projects.

• Bridge Teams: Coordinate seamlessly between architects, engineers, and clients.

• Model & Assess: Manage energy modelling and embodied-carbon (LCA) to inform early designs.

• Simplify Tech: Translate complex data into accessible, persuasive guidance.

• Certify Projects: Drive LEED, WELL, Zero Carbon, CaGBC, and similar certifications.

• Mentor: Grow junior team members with strong coaching and oversight.

What You Bring

• 8+ years in sustainability consulting or a related field.

• Proven leadership of large-scale, performance-driven building projects.

• Skilled in LCA (Tally, EC3, OneClick, Athena) and energy modelling (eQUEST, IES‑VE, EnergyPlus, OpenStudio).

• Deep knowledge of Step Code, ASHRAE, NECB, Passive House equivalencies.

• Experience with LEED, Zero Carbon, WELL, ILFI frameworks.

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.

• Experience mentoring and building high-performing teams.

Why Candidates Love It

• Hybrid role with travel for site visits and design charrettes.

• Strong focus on professional growth—training, leadership development, and learning.

• Opportunity to integrate sustainability from concept to occupancy—and see measurable impact.

Quick Recap

• Role: Project Sustainability Lead

• Location: Vancouver (Hybrid)

• Seniority: 8+yrs

• Salary: $110–135K CAD DOE

• Why It’s Awesome: Lead technical strategy, certifications, mentoring, and impactful projects