High-Performance Building 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

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.