Field-Based Sustainability Specialist (Energy & LEED)

Northeast HERS Alliance; Norwalk (CT); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k with match

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Steven Winter Associates (SWA) in Norwalk, CT is seeking a Sustainability Specialist to join our Sustainable Building Services team. In this role you’ll work hands-on in the field (approximately 50% of the time), inspecting residential buildings and guiding teams to meet sustainability goals.

You’ll translate building science into guidance, review plans for performance, and support certifications like ENERGY STAR, Passive House, and LEED.

Qualifications

• BS in architectural engineering, building technologies, architecture, construction management or a building‑related engineering field.
• Strong building science background with knowledge of multifamily systems.
• 1+ year professional experience with building design and construction.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently and manage time/projects.
• Onsite experience with construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test buildings to verify sustainability measures.
• Communicate building science principles to project teams.
• Review drawings and specifications against sustainability goals and recommend improvements.
• Prepare documentation and analyses to support certification programs (ENERGY STAR, Passive House, LEED).
• Conduct research related to sustainability.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Onsite construction experience

Education

BS in architectural engineering or building-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat/Bluebeam

Construction drawings reading

Job description

Steven Winter Associates (SWA) in Norwalk, CT is seeking a Sustainability Specialist to join our Sustainable Building Services team. In this role you’ll work hands-on in the field (approximately 50% of the time), inspecting residential buildings and guiding teams to meet sustainability goals.

You’ll translate building science into guidance, review plans for performance, and support certifications like ENERGY STAR, Passive House, and LEED.