Environmentally Sustainable Design (ESD) Consultant

Zutari; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual with a relevant science degree to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on sustainable development and building operations, requiring expertise in rating tools like Green Star and LEED. The successful candidate will contribute to client satisfaction, project planning, and execution while fostering team collaboration. The firm values diversity and inclusion, aiming to create a positive impact through engineering solutions. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in Built Environment or Engineering Consultancy.
• Proficiency in English and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client needs and ensure satisfaction.
• Plan and execute projects with technical excellence.
• Prepare proposals and develop specifications.

Skills

Sustainable Development

Client Relationship Management

Problem Solving

Team Building

Communication Skills

Education

BSc/BEng Degree

Tools

Green Star

LEED

EDGE

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

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

Minimum Requirements

1. Relevant BSc/BEng degree
2. Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in the Built Environment, in an Environmentally Sustainable Design Consultancy or an Engineering Consulting firm
3. Understanding of the design, construction and building operations process
4. Understanding of buildings performance simulation, e.g. daylight, thermal comfort, energy
5. Ability to plan and execute a certification project from start to finish with some support from more senior colleagues
6. Proficiency in written and verbal English
7. Proficiency in MS Suite of applications – Excel, Word and PowerPoint
8. Able to use Adobe Acrobat or similar editor
9. Able to read and interpret design and construction drawings by architects and building services engineers
10. Green Star / LEED Accredited Professional and accreditation in other industry recognised schemes
11. 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.