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Description
WHO WE ARE
Paladino & Co. works at the leading edge of the rapidly expanding field of green building. Specializing in designing climate responsive, technically superior and financially exemplary green projects, we've consulted on more than 250 green buildings nationally with a construction value of over $2 billion. Among those, 17 projects have been LEED-certified with five reaching LEED Gold. And with more than 50 LEED projects in the pipeline, we have more experience successfully applying LEED than any other firm.
We also provide specialized green building technical services, including LEED program development consulting and professional education. Our firm actively serves as project managers and technical consultants to the U.S. Green Building Council on various aspects of LEED's development and implementation, and we authored the first edition of the LEED-NC Reference Guide. Learn more about us by visiting www.paladinoandco.com
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are seeking a motivated engineer in the construction field that can apply their skills to green building consulting opportunities. The primary focus of this position is technical assistance to project teams and company staff. The successful candidate shall demonstrate the ability to work under guided supervision and work well with diverse groups and interests. Project work entails execution of directed research and analytical activities, preparation of technical reports and presentations. This position offers growth potential and is considered the first step towards project management level responsibility as a consultant in the firm. Modest travel is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Technical analysis: engineering calculations that support proof of concept; energy and daylight simulations, water balance modeling, engineering drawing peer review, etc.
- Technical report writing and creation of presentations on sustainability topics including concept exploration and development; definition of the basis of design, sequences of operation and setting design criteria.
- Building design and construction assistance/design coaching and response to sustainability questions in the area of active and passive building systems.
- LEED design, documentation, and support on engineering topics.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- A degree in engineering or allied field
- Experience in whole building design, including technical evaluation as demonstrated by:
- 2 to 3 years professional experience with demonstrated progression in building design with an emphasis on green building, or
- An advanced degree in engineering or allied field with a focus on green building, energy or building science, and with practical experience gained through internships, fellowships, or similar on-the-job training.
- Strong writing skills and technical presentation ability
- Expert user of Word and Excel; working knowledge of graphic software (Illustrator, Visio, etc.) Experience with energy modeling or other analytical and visualization software a plus.
- A sense of humor and a knack for innovation, problem solving and negotiating positive results.
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive annual salary plus an outstanding benefits package: medical, dental, and vision insurance, stock option plan, profit-sharing plan, company-matching retirement plan, generous commuter subsidy, professional development allowance, a talented and fun team to work with, and a healthy, green working environment in the heart of downtown Seattle.
Annual Salary Range: 2 levels, experience dependent, range in the mid-forties to mid-fifties
Closing Date: open until filled
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered, email a current resume and letter of interest. In your cover letter, please describe how your background directly relates to the qualifications and experience listed above and how it successfully prepares you for meeting the responsibilities of the position. Include your full name in the filename of any attachments. Please, no phone calls.