Project Manager, Green Buildings

LORD Green Real Estate Strategies is a consulting firm near downtown Dallas working with high-profile property owners to "green" their existing buildings. 

Position Overview:

The Project Manager--Green Buildings shall be responsible for taking multiple projects through the LEED® certification process.  The position shall assess buildings against the LEED Rating System, identify and evaluate the feasibility and cost/benefit of implementing sustainable strategies to meet LEED credits, perform LEED calculations and manage the LEED process including LEED-Online. 

Research and identification of new sustainable strategies and protocols will be ongoing. The ideal candidate will be a quick study, an Excel guru, passionate about the environment, a logical thinker and able to work independently.

Responsibilities: 

• Develop absolute command of ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager®, LEED Online, and the LEED for Existing Buildings Rating System.
• Obtain LEED Accredited Professional designation (for Existing Buildings) within 3 months of position start date. 
• Develop strong working knowledge of ASHRAE 90, 62, 15 and 55, Energy Policy Act 1992, Uniform Plumbing Code and ENERGY STAR Target Finder for LEED project certifications. 
• Develop working knowledge of all LEED Rating Systems.
• Become knowledgeable of emissions reduction reporting including Global Reporting Initiative's "G3 Sustainability Reporting Framework," EPA Climate Leaders, ISO 14001 and other GHG programs. 
• Write white papers and articles as requested.
• Research, price and catalog sustainable products, services and incentives for in-house resource library.
• Develop supporting templates (in Microsoft Word and Excel) for LEED credits.
• Travel as directed for property inspections, client meetings, charettes, trainings and conferences.
• Provide in-house, industry and client trainings/presentations as needed.

Qualifications:

• College degree in engineering with a focus in mechanical systems, buildings, construction, energy or the environment.
• Minimum of 1 to 2 years' professional experience.
• Working knowledge of building systems is highly preferred.
• Understanding of ASHRAE 90, 62, 15, 55, EPACT 1992 and UPC is preferred. 
• Experience with energy modeling using EPA Energy Star is a plus. 
• Advanced computer skills, especially in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat are a must. 
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Extremely logical thinking.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated initiative and dependability.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality and meeting goals or deadlines.
• Positive attitude and approach to work and co-workers.