Architectural Sustainability Consultant

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Flexibility and work-life balance

Training and professional development

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Architectural Sustainability Consultant for a fully remote role. You will integrate sustainable design principles, advise on energy efficiency, materials, and water conservation, and help clients achieve environmental goals and certifications across projects nationwide.

Collaborate with architects, engineers, and developers to advance sustainable outcomes in the built environment, driving innovation and responsible design across South Africa.

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in sustainability consulting for the built environment.
• Knowledge of green building rating systems (e.g., Green Star, LEED) and energy analysis software.
• Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental impact assessments and develop sustainability strategies for architectural projects.
• Advise on sustainable materials, systems, and technologies.
• Coordinate applications for green building certifications (e.g., Green Star, LEED).
• Perform energy modeling to optimize building performance.
• Stay updated on best practices, regulations, and innovations in sustainable design and construction.

Skills

Sustainability consulting

Energy modeling

Green building rating systems

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Architecture, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

EQUEST

Revit

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Architectural Sustainability Consultant to join their progressive team, offering a fully remote work experience. This role is vital in integrating sustainable design principles and practices into architectural projects, helping clients achieve environmental goals and certifications. You will provide expert advice on energy efficiency, material selection, water conservation, and green building rating systems. Working from home, you will collaborate with architects, engineers, and developers across various projects, contributing to a more sustainable built environment. This is an ideal opportunity for a passionate professional to make a significant impact on environmental performance in the architecture and construction sectors, supporting projects across the country.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental impact assessments and develop sustainability strategies for architectural projects.
• Advise on the selection of sustainable materials, systems, and technologies.
• Manage and coordinate applications for green building certifications (e.g., Green Star, LEED).
• Perform energy modeling and analysis to optimize building performance.
• Stay current with best practices, regulations, and innovations in sustainable design and construction.

Requirements

• Degree in Architecture, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in sustainability consulting for the built environment.
• Knowledge of green building rating systems and relevant software (e.g., EQUEST, Revit for energy analysis).
• Understanding of building physics, energy efficiency strategies, and life cycle assessment.
• Excellent analytical, research, and communication skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote position offering maximum flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects focused on environmental responsibility.
• Access to training and professional development in the field of sustainability.
• Be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to sustainable design solutions.