Sustainability Analyst

SOCOTEC US; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC US is seeking a Sustainability Analyst for our NYC office to support the Green Group within the Energy, Sustainability, and Commissioning Services Division. You will work with project managers on green initiatives, assist in pursuing certifications, and analyze sustainability opportunities on local, national, and international projects.

The role offers growth within a technical consulting environment, with LEED-focused responsibilities and collaboration with top real estate developers

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Architecture, Interior Design or Engineering preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in building; sustainability focus is highly desirable.
• LEED GA is required; LEED AP or WELL AP with specialty designation is highly desirable.
• Experience with LEED, WELL, ESG, life cycle analysis, decarbonization is a plus.
• Experience documenting LCA for LEED; OneClick LCA experience is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical abilities and written/verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist project teams in pursuing building certifications.
• Analyze sustainable opportunities in design and construction of project work.
• Train in areas related to sustainability/LEED activity.
• Document and maintain well written reports on project activity.
• Perform research on emerging concepts in Sustainability.
• Communicate effectively and build relationships with management teams.
• Provide cross-functional support to meet client needs and timelines.
• Maintain detailed documents from proposal through completion.
• Present project related technical information to design teams.
• Occasionally present white papers/case studies to internal teams.
• Attend in-house seminars and team meetings; maintain utilization levels.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Excel proficiency

AutoCAD or Revit basics

Education

LEED GA certification

Tools

OneClick LCA

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

About SOCOTEC

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.

Company Description

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.

Job Description

As part of our growth, we are currently looking for a motivated Sustainability Analyst with 1-3 years of experience to join our Green Group within our Energy, Sustainability, and Commissioning Services Division. The Sustainability Analyst will support Sustainability Project Managers. This is an onsite position based in our NYC office.

The Sustainability Analyst will be involved in high-profile green projects - locally, nationally, and internationally - with the opportunity to work with major real estate developers, award-winning design firms, and top tier construction companies. The Analyst will also be a technically proficient team player integrated into a team of talented SOCOTEC professionals who have completed over 500 LEED projects worldwide, at the forefront of energy and materials innovation, and have been actively involved in the U.S. Green Building Council since its inception.

This position has strong opportunity for advancement. Tasks and responsibilities will involve a variety of general functions, including but not limited to:

• Assist project teams in pursuing building certifications;
• Analyze sustainable opportunities in design and construction of project work;
• Train in areas related to sustainability\LEED activity;
• Document and maintain well written reports on project related activity;
• Perform research on emerging concepts in the Sustainability field
• Communicate effectively and establish relationships with job related management teams;
• Providing cross-functional support to ensure client needs and internal timelines/project activities are completed;
• Maintain detailed documents and progression of work from initial proposal through completion;
• Present project related technical information to design teams;
• Occasional presentation of white paper\case studies to in-house technical teams;
• Attend in-house seminars and scheduled team meetings;
• Maintain established utilization levels.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Architecture, Interior Design, or Engineering or similar is preferred, but other qualifications will be evaluated;
• 1-3 years of experience in building; sustainability focus/experience is highly desirable;
• LEED GA is required. LEED AP or WELL AP with specialty designation is highly desirable;
• Relevant experience in sustainability certifications & service lines (LEED, WELL, ESG, life cycle analysis, decarbonization, etc) a plus;
• Experience documenting LCA for LEED and with OneClick LCA tools is highly desirable;
• Excellent analytical abilities;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong organizational skills with ability to independently manage multiple tasks while maintaining focus and attention to detail;
• Proficient in Microsoft software, particularly Excel;
• Basic AutoCAD or Revit skills a plus.
• Demonstrated passion for green building and environmental sustainability
• Community or professional organization involvement with sustainability is a plus

Please note that this is a technical consulting position, NOT a design position.

Additional Information

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Range: $55-80K

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.