Sustainability Specialist

Paladin, Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sustainability Specialist to join their team in Lexington, KY. This role focuses on delivering quality services to meet client sustainability goals through effective project management and innovative solutions. You'll be responsible for utilizing various rating systems, analyzing data, and ensuring that project deliverables meet or exceed client expectations. This position offers flexibility with options for on-site, hybrid, or remote work while requiring occasional travel to the office. Join a forward-thinking company committed to improving sustainability practices and making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Company paid Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Cell phone reimbursement

Generous PTO policy

13 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sustainability experience in the A/E/C industry.
• Familiarity with LEED, Green Globes, and WELL rating systems.

Responsibilities

• Drive sustainability initiatives and develop accurate models.
• Manage deliverables and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Sustainability Experience

Project Management

Data Analysis

Customer Service

Construction Document Interpretation

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Procore

IES

Climate Studio

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Paladin, Inc. is a boots-on-the-ground solutions partner for building owners. We focus on three key services:

• Building Commissioning
• Direct-to-Owner Engineering for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems
• Sustainability Consulting

Paladin, Inc. exists to steer successful outcomes by serving building stewards. To fulfill this mission, we focus on sustainability consulting to define aspirational goals, engineering to develop the ways to achieve those goals, and commissioning to verify those goals are achieved. We are emission-reduction focused looking to pragmatic applications of technology and practice in support of building excellence. Our values reflect the team and culture enabling us to improve ourselves, our customers, and our communities one step at a time.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Paladin, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Sustainability Specialist to help deliver quality services for our client’s projects and meet their sustainability goals. As a Sustainability Specialist, you will be responsible for rating systems (LEED, Green Globes, WELL, Energy Star, etc.) project work such as defining targets, collecting data, analyzing parameters, and preparing final reports within our customers’ projects. You will be responsible for managing the deliverable and preparing or implementing the modeling process with intent to show that results achieved match or exceed client targets.

This is a full time position out of our Lexington, KY office and can be on-site, hybrid, or remote. If remote, you will be expected to travel to our Lexington, KY office for events and meetings.

Please include with your resume a project list with your specific role and tasks completed. Work samples of project deliverables are encouraged.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Drive new sustainability initiatives by identifying project goals, targeting methods for positive feedback, and enhancing Paladin’s offering to clients
• Develop accurate models and deliverables to support emissions reductions, energy cost reductions, and similar targeted outcomes
• Read and interpret construction documents (floor plans, mechanical systems, landscape, etc.)
• Complete rating system documentation and respond to third party review comments
• Maintain project budgets to deliver analysis and sustainability deliverables correctly and on time
• Provide weekly reports on assigned metrics, projects, and communications
• Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers and makes meeting customer needs a top priority
• Follow rating systems such as LEED, Green Globes, WELL, etc. for stakeholder reporting
• Manage the production of the deliverables in a high-quality manner consistent with stated standards and compliance paths for certification programs, where applicable
• Develop presentation data for clients and A/E/C community
• Deliver documents that are well-written, technically accurate, and well-formatted
• Mentor and give feedback to internal and external teams

Duties will be added, removed, or modified as necessary.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Engineering, Building Science, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Energy and Sustainability Policy or related field
• Minimum of three (3) years of sustainability experience within the A/E/C industry
• Understanding of structure, enclosure systems, mechanical design, and the general design and construction process
• Experience using Engineering and Construction software, such as Revit, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Rhino, Procore, AutoDesk 360, Climate Studio, IES, OneClick and similar programs
• LEED AP with BD+C or ID+C, WELL AP, SITES AP credentials preferred, and LEED Administration experience preferred
• Knowledge of ASHRAE standards and how they are applied
• Ability to work on multiple tasks with minimal supervision while planning, scheduling, organizing, and completing tasks within established deadlines
• Knowledge of construction processes and procedures
• Comfortable in a fast paced, detail-oriented, and entrepreneurial environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Extended periods of time working on a computer and computer accessories (keyboard, mouse, etc)
• Local travel for client meetings or to job sites <5%

WHAT WE OFFER

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Company paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Cell phone reimbursement
• 13 Paid Holidays and generous PTO policy

Paladin, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Your application will be considered regardless of race, color, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or veteran status. You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.