Company:
Steven Winter Associates
Location:
New York, NY
The Company:
Steven Winter Associates, Inc. (SWA) provides research, consulting and advisory services to improve commercial, residential, and multifamily built environments for private and public sector clients. We specialize in accessibility, energy and sustainability consulting. Our team of professionals has led the way since 1972 in the development of best practices to achieve high performance buildings.
The Position:
SWA is hiring a qualified professional with an understanding of energy-efficient and sustainable building design and construction practices to work in our Multifamily New Construction group. This position consults with design and development teams on high performance design projects seeking ENERGY STAR Multifamily and Enterprise Green Communities certifications. Services include energy code consulting, solar feasibility and design, NYSERDA incentive capture, as well as collaboration with in-house teams on LEED projects.
Responsibilities:
- Knowledge and application of energy efficiency, green building standards, and building science principles
- Interact with building owners, developers, architects, engineers, and contractors
- Data analysis, construction documents (Architectural, MEP) review, contractor submittals review
- Testing and inspecting for quality control on construction sites
- Ability to review and perform building diagnostic tests (blower door, dust blaster, etc.)
- Compiling and issuing field inspection reports
- Maintaining spreadsheets, photo documentation, and project portfolio organization
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.
Required Skills and Experience:
The role requires a self-starter able to work independently in a large office environment with the ability to take on project management responsibilities.
Relevant Industry Skills:
- Bachelors degree in a built environment design or planning field i.e. architectural or building engineering, preferred
- 0 – 2 years relevant experience
- BPI certification
- Knowledge and interest in building science principles
- Strong quantitative analysis and research skills
- Familiar with construction drawings and experience conducting field inspections
- Familiar with ASHRAE 90.1 and IECC
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs (in order of importance Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
- AutoCAD experience a plus
- Solar design experience a plus
Personal Qualities:
- Passion for sustainability and the energy transition
- Attention to detail with strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently
- Well-developed interpersonal skills, maturity, credibility, confidence and integrity
- Collaborative with strong focus on teamwork
SWA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.
Please submit your resume and a cover letter as part of your application. Please visit www.swinter.com for further information.