Building Performance Specialist

American Institute of Architects Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

OPN Architects in Minneapolis seeks a Building Performance Specialist to advance high-performance design across studios. You will collaborate with the Performance Director and project teams to integrate sustainability analyses into designs.

The position requires an architectural degree and 3+ years in sustainable design, with expertise in building performance tools and strong portfolio evidence. Apply online to join a collaborative studio environment.

Qualifications

• Architectural degree and 3+ years in sustainable high-performance design.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating relevant work.
• Experience with building performance simulation tools (Rhino/Climate Studio, Grasshopper, LCA tools).

Responsibilities

• Analyze embodied carbon, life cycle assessment, daylight analyses, and envelope performance across projects.
• Support integration of high-performance design strategies with project teams.

Skills

Sustainable high-performance design

Building performance analysis

Portfolio development

Collaboration

Education

Architectural degree

Tools

Rhino with Climate Studio

Grasshopper

OneClick LCA

Tally

Job description

Building Performance Specialist

Location

Minneapolis

Organization

OPN Architects

Salary / Compensation

Transparency Law not applicable

Description

We are currently seeking a Building Performance Specialist to join our dynamic team in any of our 5 studios. The ideal candidate will have an architectural degree and 3+ years’ experience. Our open studio environment and collaborative approach to architecture requires that you work well with others and consistently build strong relationships with teammates and clients.

The right person for our studio will have expertise in sustainable high-performance design. The specialist will work closely with the Performance Director and project teams across all studios to support integration of high-performance design strategies into projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of analyses and research, including but not limited to embodied carbon, whole-building life cycle assessments, daylight analyses, sustainable material reviews and specifications, envelope performance, and AIA 2030 reporting.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in architecture.
• 3+ years of experience in sustainable high-performance design.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating relevant work.
• Industry sustainability accreditations preferred (LEED, WELL, ILFI, etc.).
• Working knowledge of building performance simulation software/platforms, including Rhino with Climate Studio & Grasshopper and Whole-Building LCA software such as OneClick LCA and/or Tally.

Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience. Qualified candidates should complete our online application.

Contact

Jen Wasek
3193636018
[e-mail]