Assistant Project Manager

The Green Engineer Published: April 14, 2017
Location
Concord, MA
Skill Level
Entry Level
Job Type
Full-time
Categories
Consulting / Engineering / Project Management

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Description

The Green Engineer, Inc. is a sustainable design consulting firm located in Concord, MA with expertise in cost effective, high-performance design. We work with architects, builders, commercial owners, non-profits and the government sector to provide consulting services around sustainable building design, LEED certification, energy modeling, and more. ~

We’re a little bit different than your average firm. We are a for-profit company with a focus on the triple bottom line. In our twelve years of operation we have completed more than 140 LEED Certified projects, and have a strong reputation with our clients. We are an employee owned company, a Certified B Corp, and a Massachusetts Benefit Corporation. 

The Job

We are seeking an individual with a passion for sustainable building design and construction to join our team as an Assistant Project Manager. The APM is a key team member who will assist our Project Managers and Building Performance Analysts in planning, management, work delivery, and communication for all aspects of sustainable design guidance including navigation through the LEED/CHPS certification process. Projects range from small commercial tenant fit-outs to multi-million dollar new construction projects.

Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities include:

  • Assisting the Project Manager with daily duties including managing and scheduling client meetings, developing sustainability plans, creating and updating the project LEED Master matrix
  • Maintaining project records and ensuring that documents are accurate, complete and appropriately filed
  • Supporting client and external team throughout the project, including communication (written and verbal).
  • Project analysis and research and preparing correspondence such as LEED credit guidance related to each project.
  • Assist external team members with the documentation process provide detailed guidance as necessary
  • Responsible for quality control/quality assurance of deliverables and applications submitted by the project team for Certification applications /third party review.
  • Review project drawings and specifications for consistency with sustainability goals and LEED/CHPS requirements.
  • Draft reports, narratives, meeting notes, and other applicable project documents
  • Develop final LEED/CHPS documentation and submit applications to third party review bodies
  • Research green building technologies, trends and materials as needed

Qualifications

  • Bachelors or Masters Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, Policy, or similar program
  • LEED GA or AP (or committed to taking the LEED AP exam within 6 months) with experience in LEED projects
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience with “Green Building” practices, policies, technologies etc.
  • Self- starter with the ability to work autonomously and as a team player
  • Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
  • Strong problem solving skills and ability to manage competing priorities and requests from multiple individuals
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong math and geometry skills
  • Practiced with the ability to read construction documents including plans and specifications
  • Interest and capacity to learn energy modeling and related software
  • Familiarity with building mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems
  • Minimum of 1+ of years’ experience in related field

Nice to Haves

  • Experience with Revit and Google Sketchup
  • Familiarity with energy modeling and software such as Engery Plus or eQuest

Compensation

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits, including flexible work hours and telecommuting, 100% employer paid medical and dental, a generous professional development allowance, and a 401(K) plan.

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