Energy Model Reviewer, LEED Certification

The Green Building Certification Institute is assembling a dynamic, integrated team of green building specialists to provide technical expertise for LEED certification and the advancement of the LEED Rating Systems.

Position Overview: 

The LEED Certification Reviewer serves as a primary technical subject matter expert for the evaluation of projects pursuing LEED Certification. This individual draws on cross-cutting knowledge of, and direct experience with, the suite of LEED Rating Systems to serve as a resource and problem-solver for technical issues pertaining to LEED. The position may be performed in Washington, DC or remotely.

Responsibilities:

Primary responsibilities:

• Review project documentation for prerequisites and credits for compliance with LEED requirements
• Provide expert review of EA Credit 1: Optimize Energy Performance, and related credits
• Educate the LEED marketplace through comments and technical advice to project teams
• Perform quality control (QC) review of work performed by other GBCI LEED Certification Reviewers and external review teams
• Provide technical support as needed to the LEED Customer Service team
• Contribute to the continued development and increased technical knowledge of fellow LEED Certification Reviewers through collaborative teamwork

Secondary responsibilities:

• Assist in developing, reviewing, and refining LEED programs, policies and plans, as well as specific LEED credit language and reference materials
• Assist in conceiving and developing improvements to LEED and the certification review process based on personal knowledge and vision, or user feedback
• Liaise with USGBC Technical Development team, LEED Technical Advisory Groups, USGBC Resource Development team, USGBC Education team, GBCI Credentialing team, and other internal and external groups as needed
• Maintain currency of expertise by staying abreast of new and developing industry issues and trends
• (For senior candidates) Assist with mentoring other team members and provide other limited team management duties as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education and Training Requirements/Preferences:

• Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) in mechanical or energy engineering or equivalent
• Professional engineer license preferred
• CEM certification preferred
• LEED AP required upon hire; with specialty preferred (BD+C, ID+C)
• LEED Certification Reviewer certificate preferred (required after hire)

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum 2, 5, 7, 10 years direct professional experience (depending on level) in mechanical system design, energy modeling, commissioning and energy auditing
• Direct experience with at least 10 energy models for commercial projects by consulting on, creating or reviewing compliance with ASHRAE Std. 90.1, California's Title-24 or equivalent local code
• Experience with a variety of high-performance building projects, including LEED projects
• Direct experience using energy modeling programs for commercial buildings (eQuest, EnergyPro, Trace, HAP, Visual DOE, etc.) and understanding of their input and output summary documentation
• Ability to read, understand and interpret building floor plans, sections, site plans, construction specifications, mechanical schedules, commissioning reports and operational policies
• Detailed technical understanding of and experience with common environmental building codes and standards (e.g., ASHRAE 90.1, ASHRAE 62.1, ASHRAE 55, California Title 24, IPMVP Vol. III, IESNA RP-33, ASHRAE 189, IECC)

Other Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Excellent judgment, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Energetic, detail-oriented and able to prioritize
• Experience serving in technical consultative role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing
• Excellent ability to clearly explain advanced technical issues in manner that is easily understood
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong sense of personal responsibility and accountability for delivering high quality work
• Ability to work well both independently and on teams
• Willingness to self-initiate
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office suite and LEED Online
• Passion and commitment to USGBC mission

Compensation: Compensation includes an excellent benefits package, including 100% employer-paid premiums on healthcare and employer-matching 401(k) program.

To Apply: 

Please submit resume and letter of interest, with salary requirements and title of position applying for, via email or fax, attn: Human Resources. Please indicate where you saw the posting for this opportunity. No phone calls please.