Affordable Housing Building Design & Performance Analyst

AIA Vermont; Vermont; On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car Share membership

Job summary

VHFA is seeking an experienced professional to provide technical leadership across Vermont affordable housing projects. You will review designs, budgets, and performance measures to ensure durable and energy-efficient outcomes.

This role supports governance with risk assessments and long-term maintenance planning. Travel across Vermont for on-site inspections is required; proficiency in building systems and codes is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Building Science, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred or equivalent professional training considered.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, energy efficiency standards, and accessibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate proposed construction and rehabilitation projects for design quality, costs, and compliance.
• Assess budgets, bids, contingencies, and design alternatives for reasonableness and alignment with scope.
• Provide technical guidance to staff, owners, managers, and partners to ensure durable, accessible housing.
• Analyze Capital Needs Assessments and property data to identify risks and inform planning and reporting.
• Coordinate inspections, wage monitoring, and environmental reviews; translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with funders, inspectors, and consultants to maintain consistent expectations and reduce duplication.
• Update policies and tools to stay current with codes and best practices.

Skills

Building systems knowledge

Code compliance

Cost estimating

MS Office

UPCS/NSPIRE

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

VHFA is seeking an experienced professional to provide technical leadership across Vermont affordable housing projects. You will review designs, budgets, and performance measures to ensure durable and energy-efficient outcomes.

This role supports governance with risk assessments and long-term maintenance planning. Travel across Vermont for on-site inspections is required; proficiency in building systems and codes is essential.