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Tetra Tech’s High Performance Buildings Group brings together the expertise of talented engineers, commissioning agents, and energy analysts from around the world. We offer high-end, sustainable building consulting and MEP engineering services for blue-chip clients across every building sector. Our services include MEP design, Net Zero Energy, lighting design, commissioning, vertical transportation, low voltage, information technologies, security, fire engineering, sustainability consulting, and acoustics. We are Better Together—Powered by Innovation. Glumac, A Tetra Tech Company, is a leader in Sustainable Design. Our mission is to engineer and commission “green buildings that work.” We search for genuinely passionate people who thrive in collaborative environments, care deeply about sustainability and want to bring new engineering innovations to building projects. If you also embrace accomplishing this with a diverse team of passionate people, we encourage you to apply. We are engineers for a sustainable future! Job Functions and Responsibilities Act as LEED Project Administrator or oversee junior sustainability strategists on multiple USGBC LEED green building certifications from the initial project charrette to plaque award. Lead Living Building Challenge, WELL, Fitwel, and Ecodistricts certifications for single and multiple building developments. Develop and track sustainability strategies on projects in collaboration with our engineering, lighting, and commissioning staff. Train and manage junior sustainability strategists. (one currently sits in the LA office) Speak at conferences, industry events, and Glumac education sessions. Write articles for our Sustainability Matters blog and industry publications. Regularly develop content for proposals, meet with clients, and support project interviews.   Reports to the Chief Sustainability Strategist This position will lead or support sustainability projects and initiatives in California. The successful candidate will be proficient at project management and communicating sustainability topics to clients, project teams, industry partners and the company. As a Senior Sustainability Strategist, the candidate will be responsible for articulating client goals, anticipating solutions, and bringing the most relevant, economically viable sustainability alternatives to project teams and our engineers. The successful candidate will proactively get involved early and often on projects, introducing sustainability options to project teams allowing for more efficient integration during design. We are seeking a proactive, self-motivated individual who enjoys advocating for sustainability inside and outside of the company. This includes leading or supporting education initiatives for our employees, including advancing our Corporate Sustainability Reporting, as well as marketing and business development pursuits with our industry partners. The Sustainability Strategist’s success will be measured by employee and business value to the firm. Relevant metrics include client feedback, contribution to sustainability-focused project wins, project profitability, employee engagement, and speaking opportunities.   Job Expectations The Sustainability Strategist should work to integrate sustainability into the fabric of the company by acting as a liaison to our clients, employees, and industry partners seeking to increase their sustainability initiatives. A successful candidate’s performance will be reviewed after a 90-day trial period. Job Qualifications Demonstrates a deep understanding of sustainable design in the building industry Enjoys playing to people’s strengths, and finding solutions as a team Showcases sustainability leadership for the firm and an eagerness to mentor junior strategists Dynamic, passionate, proactive, and self-driven LEED AP BD+C or ID+C accreditation is mandatory LFA, WELL, Fitwel and/or Ecodistricts accreditations are a bonus Experience utilizing LCA tools to analyze carbon impacts from building materials and systems Ability to clearly communicate in verbal and written form Comfortable speaking, leading meetings and speaking in front of groups Able to insert themselves on projects to lead sustainability explorations and goal-setting exercises Ability to work independently Bachelor’s Degree in architecture, urban planning, engineering, energy or environmental management, or construction At least 6 years in the A/E industry as a sustainability professional   Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com !

JOB SUMMARY   Exempt The purpose of this position is to estimate project costs based on information provided by the Account Executive, Business Development Executive or Project Manager using plans and specifications and written scopes of work. USE: Energy and Sustainability ONLY ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES   Exercises skills and independent judgment as to the selection of devices, components, layout and integration of system so as to maximize customer experience and profitability. Uses judgment and discretion in the selection and location of hardware an devices relative to labor costs. Take-off and estimating of projects. Maintains company profit margins in all estimates and proposals. Gathers all the necessary project information from the following available resources: Scope of Work documents, Project plans and specifications, Existing control system drawings, Site visits and Utilizes, as appropriate, project performance from previous projects of alike type. Performs layout of project, including system architecture and selection of controllers, devices and software, based on information provided by the scope of work and/or plans and specifications. Evaluates design alternatives for cost, profitability and system performance. Participates in project booking meetings, and work in concert with other departments to insure the success and profitability of the project. Prepares all project bid documents and alternative bid documents. Prepares all cost estimates in the appropriate estimating tools and adjust costs as necessary. Continuously develop/implement and report efficiencies in the estimating, design, submittal, purchasing and overall operations process. Other duties may be assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES   No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. Provides informal assistance such as technical guidance, and/or training to coworkers. May coordinate and assign tasks to co-workers within a work unit and/or project. QUALIFICATIONS   To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE   Associates Degree in Air Conditioning Technology or similar degree program. Bachelor's Degree in HVAC-R or similar degree program preferred. CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES   None COMMUNICATION SKILLS   A valid driver's license with a good driving record for applicable vehicles, without restrictions, or limiting conditions. (Corrective lenses permitted) Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE   Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and/or commissions. Conducts basic financial analysis. REASONING ABILITY   Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills. Knowledge of arithmetic and algebra. OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES   Proficient knowledge of HVAC/R application engineering, design, sequences of operations and troubleshooting. Must be able to read and understand HVAC/R and process mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, etc. Capable of making independent decisions based on technical experience as it relates to estimating mechanical systems application and design. Must be able to read and understand wiring diagrams for non HVAC/R type work such as access control and video surveillance. Knowledge of access control systems is preferred. Knowledge of computer hardware and software including applications. Knowledge of Microsoft Office required. Knowledge of Cosmos and Cognos preferred. SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY   Must be flexible with schedule, including working some nights and holidays when requested. Must be willing to travel including some overnights. Decisions made with understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines. Responsible for setting own project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor. CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com