Sustainable Manager/Specialist

Innovation. Collaboration. Reliability. These are the cornerstones of Perkowitz+Ruth Architects. And they're qualities that not only set us apart, but that have also established our firm as one of the leading architectural practices in the nation.

This Nation wide firm seeks Sustainable Manager/Specialist  for our Long Beach Corporate Office.  This is a Senior Level career opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Lead development of company policy and standards for sustainable practices - internal and external.
• Provide LEED administration and documentation for projects.
• Help select appropriate materials, construction details and systems.
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of coordination process between architect and client, governmental agencies, tenant, and consultants.
• Organize internal workshops and "Lunch & Learns" dedicated to sustainable education.
• Collaborate with Librarian to establish GREEN literature and maintain the LEED workbooks.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Department to promote Perkowitz+Ruth Architects sustainable vision.
• Advocate and promote education towards LEED AP.
• Attend local/national workshops and participate in panels/roundtable discussions representing Perkowitz+Ruth Architects on sustainability.

Qualifications:

Professional architectural or engineering degree from an accredited University preferred, LEED accreditation.

• Minimum of 7 years experience in architecture, engineering, landscape architecture -or- 5 sustainable design related field.
• Experience in at least 2 LEED certified projects.
• Knowledge of BIM application and IFC data exchange.
• Familiar with technical terminology of the architectural and construction industry.
• Proficiency in the following applications is desirable:  Energy modeling, electric lighting, daylight modeling, and life cycle costing.
• Possess a knowledge of civil, landscape, mechanical, electrical, and other systems as they relate to sustainable design.
• Versed in California non-residential Title 24 Energy Efficiency codes is desirable.
• Knowledge of day lighting, storm water management, and commissioning.
• Local and international knowledge of energy code requirements.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office:  Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
• Travel: Up to 25%

Compensation: Great work environment and benefits.

To Apply:

Please email or fax resume to Jan Hardenberg.