Leed Administrator

New York Power Authority; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Power Authority is seeking a LEED Compliance Coordinator to manage LEED O+M and WELL program administration, ensuring timely documentation on Arc and LEED Online, tracking performance metrics, and producing routine sustainability reports. The role collaborates with engineering and maintenance to sustain operations and supports resilience through business continuity planning.

Candidates with LEED AP preferred; LEED Green Associate considered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 4 years' relevant work experience in project/program management.
• Associate's Degree with 6 years relevant work experience in project/program management.
• High School Diploma with 8 years relevant work experience in project/program management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily management throughout the life cycle of the program.
• Assist stakeholders in planning and development of programs and projects.
• Propose and maintain controls, processes, procedures, and reporting for the programs.

Skills

Project management

Program management

Budgeting

Presentation skills

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma

Job description

Summary

The LEED Compliance Coordinator supports sustainable building operations by coordinating and monitoring all activities related to LEED O+M and WELL program administration. This role leads daily LEED compliance efforts, ensures timely and accurate documentation across the Arc platform and LEED Online, and tracks key performance data such as compliant purchasing and utility metrics to ensure alignment with established goals and requirements. The coordinator provides routine reporting on sustainability performance, identifies issues, and helps develop corrective actions that keep programs on schedule and within scope. In addition, the role supports WELL Building strategies that enhance air quality, water systems, lighting, materials, and occupant wellbeing. The coordinator also contributes to asset management by maintaining inventories, monitoring lifecycle information, and partnering with engineering and maintenance teams to ensure consistent facilities operations. The position further supports organizational resilience by leading updates to Business Continuity plans, participating in exercises, aiding recovery efforts, and delivering general operational support to uphold reliable and sustainable facility performance.

Candidates with a LEED AP certification are preferred; however, individuals holding a LEED Green Associate credential will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily management throughout the life cycle of the program.


• Support the stakeholders in planning and development of programs and projects.


• Propose and maintain controls, processes, procedures, reporting, etc. to manage the programs.


• Manage the risks and issues that arise during the program cycle as well as take measures to correct them.


• Coordinate the project(s) and their interdependencies between various projects and programs within departments or business units.


• Collect data and prepare program status analysis and reporting. Monitor progress to ensure that the milestones are being met.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Broad knowledge of project and program management methodologies.


• Understanding of the business and strategic goals.


• Able to work with all levels of management internal and external.


• Strong time management skills.


• Knowledge of budgeting and resource allocations.


• Ability to deliver engaging, informative, well-organized presentations.


• Written and verbal communication skills, and an ability to learn new systems and technologies.


• Ability to maintain awareness of new and emerging technologies relevant to program needs.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 4 years' relevant work experience in project/program management

Or

• Associate's Degree with 6 years relevant work experience in project/program management

Or

• High School Diploma with 8 years relevant work experience in project/program management

The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $104,000 - $130,000. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates' relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.

NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates' disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail].