Green Building Coordinator

GreenShape LLC is a nationally recognized green building and sustainability consulting firm based in Washington, DC. 

GreenShape guides building owners, developers, and design and construction teams in the creation of buildings, programs and education for sustainable living. We have helped over a hundred project teams set high green building performance goals and create a legacy of excellence through their work.

Position Overview: 

GreenShape is seeking an experienced and motivated professional with relevant green building experience in the field of architecture, engineering, facilities management, construction management or urban planning to support our expanding green building and corporate sustainability consulting practice.

Responsibilities:

As a GreenShape Project Coordinator you will work on multiple public- and private-sector projects including commercial office buildings, schools, multi-unit residential and mixed-use projects, building modernizations, and neighborhood development projects.

You will assist in guiding building owners and design and construction project teams in applying green building concepts and technologies to their projects and support building owners in developing programs and policies for sustainable operations.

You will participate in green building charrettes and provide guidance to support our clients as they create drawings and specifications incorporating green building strategies.

You will advise our clients' construction teams on LEED-related activities and support the documentation of green building accomplishments.

Qualifications:

Applicants for the Project Coordinator position should hold a Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management, Architecture, Urban Planning, Environmental Policy, or other related fields.

Candidates should have knowledge of and experience with green building strategies and systems and demonstrate a history of commitment to sustainability.

We are hiring for multiple positions and are especially interested in speaking with candidates who are familiar with LEED with the following focus:

• Facilities management or environmental background to help organizations evaluate their buildings and craft programs and policies for sustainable operations and maintenance using the LEED EB/OM rating system.
• Experience in mechanical engineering or architecture and a commitment to guiding interdisciplinary teams in holistic green building strategies.
• Construction management background interested in guiding the implementation of LEED green buildings before and during construction.

We are looking for a team-oriented individual with strong professional, organizational and interpersonal skills who is skilled at communicating with people, 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 and laypersons.

Candidates should have experience with green building and working knowledge of the LEED rating system.

The position requires knowledge of green building materials, systems, planning, design, construction, 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.

Years of Professional Experience: 2 or more preferred  

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. For more information, visit our web site.

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) in the subject line of your email.  No calls please.