Environmentally Sustainable Design (ESD) Consultant

Energy Vault; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in South Africa is seeking an individual with a BSc/BEng degree. The role focuses on sustainable development and requires relevant experience in engineering consultancy. Key responsibilities include project execution, client management, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. The firm values diversity and encourages applicants from designated groups in South Africa.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in Built Environment or similar.
• Proficient in English, both written and verbal.
• Green Star / LEED Accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client needs and ensure client satisfaction.
• Contribute to project planning and executions.
• Liaise with project teams and contractors.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Team Building

Project Planning

Critical Thinking

Education

BSc/BEng degree

Tools

MS Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Description

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years' experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people's lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

We are looking for an individual with a relevant science degree to become a part of our dynamic team. Previous experience in the field of sustainable development and operations of buildings and precincts, and exposure to rating tools such as Green Star, LEED and EDGE is necessary.

Role responsibilities

• Contribute to analysis of client needs and client satisfaction
• Contribute towards successful planning and execution of projects in accordance with established standards and technical excellence
• Contribute to marketing of the team’s service delivery and securing potential projects
• Prepare proposals as and when required with the assistance of more senior colleagues
• Positive attitude to team building and sound working relationships
• Develop specifications in line with requirements of applicable rating schemes
• Review of project documentation for certification purposes
• Draft reports and provide performance calculations in line with credit or other requirements
• Liaise with project teams, contractors, Clients and their representatives as and when required
• Liaise with the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA)’s technical representatives / case managers
• Be proactive in finding solutions to issues and solving problems
• Continuous development of professional and technical knowledge

Minimum requirements

• Relevant BSc/BEng degree
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in the Built Environment, in an Environmentally Sustainable Design Consultancy or an Engineering Consulting firm
• Understanding of the design, construction and building operations process
• Understanding of buildings performance simulation, e.g. daylight, thermal comfort, energy
• Ability to plan and execute a certification project from start to finish with some support from more senior colleagues
• Proficiency in written and verbal English
• Proficiency in MS Suite of applications – Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Able to use Adobe Acrobat or similar editor
• Able to read and interpret design and construction drawings by architects and building services engineers
• Green Star / LEED Accredited Professional and accreditation in other industry recognised schemes
• Undergo Accredited Professional training in schemes relevant to our projects

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment and work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups in South Africa.