The primary focus of this position is technical and feasibility analysis support to green building consulting project teams. 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. Modest travel is expected.

As a Building Science Technologist you will:

·         Perform technical analysis in support of project teams including: calculations that support proof of concept, energy and daylighting simulations, water balance modeling, materials recommendations and drawing and specification review, etc.

·         Author technical reports, create presentations and other client facing memoranda on sustainability topics including concept exploration and development, definition of the basis of design, sequences of operation and setting design criteria

·         Provide building design and construction assistance to project teams

·         Prepare and submit LEED documentation to the U.S. Green Building Council

Qualifications & Experience

·         A degree in engineering, architecture or allied field.

·         Experience in whole building design, including technical evaluation as demonstrated by either:

·         2 to 3 years professional experience with demonstrated progression in building design with an emphasis on green building, or

·         An advanced degree in engineering, architecture 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

·         Experience developing and implementing sustainability concepts and strategies as demonstrated through actual project or program work

·         LEED Accredited Professional or LEED project experience preferred

·         Strong writing skills and technical presentation ability

·         Expert user of Microsoft Office Suite; working knowledge of graphic and layout software (Illustrator, Photoshop, Visio, InDesign 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

How to Apply

For consideration, send a current resume and letter of interest to careers@paladinoandco.com. In your cover letter, please describe how your background directly relates to the qualifications and experience listed above and how it successfully prepares you to meet the responsibilities of the position. Include your full name in the filename of any attachments. Please, no phone calls.

GREEN BUILDING COMMISSIONING AGENT

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The primary focus of this role is analysis and task management across all technical areas related to building systems performance and commissioning.

As Green Building Commissioning Agent, you will:

·         Provide consulting advisory to building owners and project teams with respect to building systems engineering and performance including energy efficiency, Mechanical, Engineering and Plumbing, Measurement and Verification and building systems commissioning review, planning and functional testing

·         Provide technical support to project teams for building systems related issues

·         Help standardize best practice with respect to key technical deliverables related to building systems commissioning

·         Develop commissioning, MEP, M&V and functional testing plans in support of project team efforts using Paladino and Companys standard best practice methods

·         Participate in project pursuit process and client sales engagement related to commissioning efforts

·         Collaborate with project teams to identify and create new service offerings

The successful candidate shall demonstrate strong building systems and green building expertise gained through directly relevant project experience and education, and the ability to work with diverse groups and interests. 40% travel is expected.

Qualifications & Experience

·         5-7 years consulting to client building owners and design teams for buildings systems technical issues including design review, MEP, M&V and commissioning for both new and existing buildings

·         5+ years experience in sustainable design/green building engineering working with building systems controls, design, installation and programming

·         Superior analytical skills and the ability to present complex technical information to audiences with varying degrees of technical skill

·         A degree in mechanical engineering with professional engineering license, LEED accredited professional, and commissioning agent certification

·         Five or more years demonstrated progressive advancement and success in applying advanced technical intervention on green building projects including:

o         4+ years professional registration

o         4+ years project management experience, leading teams and serving clients profitably

o         3+ years LEED experience, including demonstrated LEED rated project involvement

·         Knowledge of high performance building systems commissioning and controls including:

o         MEP design review, controls and specifications

o         Commissioning planning

o         Commissioning functional testing

o         Building performance investigation including re-commissioning, retro-commissioning and/or preventative maintenance

o         Measurement and Verification

·         Strong writing skills and technical presentation ability

·         Proficient user of Word, Excel, PowerPoint

·         A sense of humor and a knack for innovation and problem solving, and a collaborative, solutions-oriented working style

How to Apply

For consideration, send a current resume and letter of interest to careers@paladinoandco.com. In your cover letter, please describe how your background directly relates to the qualifications and experience listed above and how it successfully prepares you to meet the responsibilities of the position. Include your full name in the filename of any attachments. Please, no phone calls.

GREEN BUILDING TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

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The primary focus of this role is technical leadership and mentorship across all areas of technical capability and skill as it relates to client consultancy and internal skills calibration and development.

As Green Building Technical Director, you will:

·         Establish yourself as an internal and external leader in issues of firm technical capability with respect to green building

·         Identify and maintain awareness of current and emerging technologies, tools and methods as they impact the delivery of green building design

·         Drive and manage internal technical staff pool to establish baseline capability across critical technical skills and capability

·         Identify, integrate and standardize best practice with respect to key technical deliverables such as energy modeling, daylighting and other technical analysis

·         Support project teams through alignment and delivery of technical deliverables, tools and methods with real client engagements and needs

·         Stimulate internal knowledge and interest in new innovations, technologies and approaches, educating technical and non technical staff in their uses and applications

·         Collaborative with senior leadership team to identify and create new service offerings

The successful candidate shall demonstrate strong green building technical skill gained through directly relevant project experience and education, and an ability to mentor, teach and train effectively, working with diverse groups and interests. 25% travel is expected.

Qualifications & Experience

·         Eight or more years consulting to client building owners and design teams

·         Eight or more years successful team leadership, mentoring and coaching

·         An established network of industry contacts from which to draw potential access to new and emerging methods and technologies

·         Superior strategic and analytical skills and the ability to present complex technical information to audiences with varying degrees of technical skill

·         A degree in engineering, architecture, building science or allied field

·         Eight or more years demonstrated progressive advancement and success in applying advanced technical intervention on green building projects including:

o         6+ years professional registration

o         6+ years project management experience, leading teams and serving clients profitably

o         6+ years successful team leadership, mentoring and coaching

o         5+ years LEED experience, including demonstrated LEED certification and technical analysis successes generated through hands on project involvement

·         Technical proficiency in high performance buildings and supporting technical and financial analysis standards and applications in at least half of the following areas, with practical knowledge of the others:

o         Energy modeling

o         Daylighting

o         Underfloor air distribution analysis

o         CFD modeling

o         Environmental quality: air quality, acoustics, human ecology, etc.

o         Renewable energy: on-site solar, PV, wind, etc.

o         Climate analysis

o         Advanced water issues and systems including, stormwater, rainwater harvest and reuse, and grey and blackwater treatment and reuse

o         Lifecycle cost analysis, total cost of ownership and proforma analysis

o         Green landscaping and green roofs

·         Strong writing skills and technical presentation ability

·         Proficient user of Word, Excel, PowerPoint

·         Background in teaching in a higher or professional education environment preferred but not required

·         A sense of humor and a knack for innovation and problem solving, and a collaborative, solutions-oriented working style

How to Apply

For consideration, send a current resume and letter of interest to careers@paladinoandco.com. In your cover letter, please describe how your background directly relates to the qualifications and experience listed above and how it successfully prepares you to meet the responsibilities of the position. Include your full name in the filename of any attachments. Please, no phone calls.

LEED CERTIFICATION MANAGER

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