Green Building Specialist (Onsite in Noida, India)
U.S. Green Building Council
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Job summary
U.S. Green Building Council in Noida, India, invites a Green Building Specialist (LEED Technical Group) to guide customers on LEED queries and complex technical issues.
You will work with diverse teams, support product and process improvements, and help expand the technical support network in the Eastern Hemisphere. The role requires a strong background in sustainability, LEED familiarity, and exceptional communication.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years in a client-facing role in green design, sustainability ops, or education.
- Experience with LEED project applications or green building consulting.
- Experience in cross-functional teams or process improvement projects.
Responsibilities
- Answer inquiries about LEED and USGBC/GBCI products with clarity.
- Meet case-resolution, turnaround-time, quality, and satisfaction targets.
- Collaborate with TCS team and stakeholders to resolve issues and identify trends.
- Act as LEED technical SME and share customer insights to improve guidance.
- Support special projects including testing, content development, and training.
- Maintain and enhance library of rating system expertise and SOPs.
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Job description
As a Green Building Specialist (LEED Technical Group), you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping advance the goals of Technical Customer Service (TCS) for USGBC & GBCI. In this role, you will provide expert guidance and problem-solving support for complex technical inquiries, ensuring a positive experience for both new and experienced users, and you will drive key initiatives to improve products and processes for our customers in alignment with our mission and strategic goals.
You will report to a Team Lead in the TCS Technical Group and be part of a specialized and collaborative team environment where your contributions will help shape impactful outcomes. You will work closely with other divisions of our organization including Products and Operations and may regularly partner with GBCI review and USGBC Technical Development staff to explain points of confusion for customers and help clarify LEED requirements. You will also coordinate with our India-based staff from other teams to build a strong technical customer support network for them and help our US-based TCS staff identify opportunities for improving customer and staff support across the Eastern Hemisphere.
- Answer customer inquiries about LEED and other USGBC & GBCI products.
- Meet case-resolution, turnaround-time, quality, and customer-satisfaction targets.
- Partner with the TCS team and internal stakeholders to resolve customer issues and identify trends.
- Serve as a LEED technical subject matter expert and share customer insights to improve guidance and services.
- Support special projects--including user acceptance testing, content development, policy updates, and staff training--to improve customer service processes.
- Maintain and enhance our team’s library of rating system expertise, standard operating procedures, Help Center content, stock responses, and best practices.
- Represent the voice of the customer in USGBC and GBCI initiatives.
- Candidates who advance in the interview process will be required to complete a written skills assessment; more details will be provided as the time approaches.
- A minimum of 5 years of professional experience working in a client-facing role in a field related to green design and construction, sustainable operations and maintenance, and/or sustainability education.
- Experience with LEED project applications or green building consulting.
- Experience working on cross-functional teams or contributing to process improvement projects.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field of study, such as sustainability, architecture, engineering, landscape design, building management, environmental science, environmental education, etc.
- Master's Degree or commensurate experience in one of these related fields of study is preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort learning new technology.
- Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM systems.
- Familiarity with LEED Online and Arc is preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information to a global audience.
- Demonstrated customer-first mindset and proven problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt to change, and accept feedback.
- Current USGBC or GBCI credential or professional certificate (e.g., LEED Green Associate or AP), or a commitment to earn one within the first year of Employment.
- English
- Proficiency in Hindi, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic or other languages of the Eastern Hemisphere would be beneficial.
Final compensation and benefits will be confirmed at the time of offer and may vary based on factors such as internal equity, relevant experience, qualifications, and employment status. Please note that salary negotiations will not extend beyond the top of the internal salary range.
- Competitive compensation
- Professional development reimbursement
- Comprehensive benefits package aligned with local and national legislation.
- 6 weeks paid renewal leave after 7 years of continuous service
- Annual pay increase
- Performance Bonuses
This position is hybrid in Noida, India and will be required to work onsite about 3 to 4 times a week.
This is a salary-based position that will involve working at least 40 hours a week. Standard work hours are Monday – Friday 9 AM to 5:30 PM based on candidate's time zone with some flexibility needed to attend calls with customers & staff in different time zones.
5 % of work time may involve travel for conference support, professional development, or team building meetings or other work-related tasks.
The U.S. Green Building Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to accelerating and scaling the transformation of the built environment. Through LEED—the world’s most widely used green building rating system— and initiatives likes Greenbuild, the Center for Green Schools and advocacy, USGBC empowers professionals to drive market transformation that advances human and environmental health, climate resilience, and equity.
is the world’s leading sustainability and health certification and credentialing body, independently recognizing excellence in performance. GBCI administers project certifications and professional credentials and certificates including LEED , PERFORM , SITES , and TRUE Zero Waste ..
- Over 120,000 LEED-certified commercial projects worldwide
- Millions of square feet of certified healthy, efficient, low-carbon space
- Recognition in 180+ countries for innovation in green building and business practices
At USGBC and GBCI, you'll work alongside passionate, mission-aligned professionals who care deeply about people, the planet, and progress. We offer:
- A purpose-driven, inclusive culture
- Opportunities to grow your career and take ownership of meaningful work
- A chance to make a measurable impact on global sustainability efforts
- We're seeking team members who thrive in collaborative environments, are committed to excellence, and want to build lasting partnerships that drive change in the built environment.
- U.S. Green Building Council Leaders
- Green Business Certification Inc Leaders
Working together, each of us advances our mission by respecting all voices, trusting and supporting one another, excelling through collaboration and accountability, and continuously improving ourselves and our organization.
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