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Description
GreenShape LLC is a nationally recognized green building and sustainability consulting firm based in Washington, DC.
GreenShape guides building owners, organizations and design and construction teams in the creation of more sustainable buildings and organizations. We have helped over a 100 project teams to set high green building and sustainability performance goals and create a legacy of excellence through their work.
Position Overview:
We are currently seeking a motivated professional with relevant experience in the field of facilities management, corporate sustainability or environmental management to support our expanding organizational sustainability consulting practice.
Responsibilities
As a GreenShape Project Coordinator you will work on multiple public- and private-sector projects including commercial office buildings, educational facilities and retail locations. You will guide building owners and organizational leaders in developing programs and policies for sustainable operations. You will support facilities managers in upgrading maintenance contracts to incorporate sustainable practices and to utilize sustainable materials and technologies. You will participate in green building workshops and support our clients in the documentation of sustainability accomplishments.
Qualifications
Applicants for the Project Coordinator position should hold a Bachelors or Masters degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Environmental Policy, or other related fields. Candidates should have a background in facilities or environmental management to help organizations evaluate buildings and organizations and craft programs and policies for sustainable operations and maintenance using the LEED for Existing Buildings /LEED for Operations & Maintenance and maintenance rating system.
We are looking for a team-oriented individual with strong professional organizational and interpersonal skills who is capable of organizing large amounts of information and able to maintain a positive, flexible attitude. Candidates should have the desire and ability to explain green building and sustainability concepts to building development professionals, company executives and laypersons.
Candidates should have experience with green building and working knowledge of the LEED rating systems. The position requires knowledge of green building materials, systems, planning, and building operations and maintenance processes. Applicants should have strong written and verbal communication skills, be detail-oriented and be comfortable using current software technology including MS Excel.
Compensation: GreenShape offers a competitive salary (commensurate with experience) and excellent benefits including an employer-sponsored retirement plan.
Our office is located in the central business district in Washington, DC, one block from metro red, orange and blue lines at Farragut Square.
To Apply
Email your resume and a letter of interest outlining your relevant experience and green building career goals. Please indicate your name and job title (Project Coordinator - Organizational Sustainability) in the subject line of your email.