Sustainable Building Professional

CIMA+ is seeking a Sustainable Building Professional in Vancouver, BC, responsible for managing high-performance green building projects. The role includes coordinating multiple projects, liaising with certification bodies, and presenting green building strategies. Candidates should have relevant education, project management experience, and credentials like LEED AP. The position offers a salary of $70,000 - $90,000 and benefits for permanent employees. This is not a remote job.
Job Description
• The CIMA+ offices in Western Canada are in the middle of a large growth trajectory. This means new, exciting complex projects that you will have the ability to shape and be a part of. We are actively looking for people who want to develop their skillsets, take on new challenges, and advance their careers within the organization.

Our Vancouver office is looking for a
Sustainable Building Professional
with the primary focus of managing and assisting on high performance green buildings that have identified sustainability targets such as LEED, Step Code, Passive House, Zero Carbon, and City of Vancouver Green Buildings Policy.

Primary Responsibilities
• Manage and coordinate multiple green building projects
• Research and present green building strategies to clients, design consultants, and construction teams
• Manage scope and budget of projects
• Liaise with green building certification bodies (GBCI, PHI)
• Prepare reports and presentations that communicate green building performance results
• Work with project teams and coordinate project documentation for certification
• Facilitate design workshops and Integrated Design Process
• Manage internal projects
• Assist with various aspects of operations
• Mentor and give regular constructive feedback to peers
• Resolve technical issues effectively
• Profile
• *
Studied in one of the following fields: architecture, mechanical/electrical/civil engineering, planning, landscape architecture, construction management, building science, development management, or related education
• Hold at least one of these credentials: LEED AP, WELL AP, CPHC/CPHD, or EA
• Minimum 2 years relevant experience (typically within the design and construction industry)
• Project management experience related to the green building or construction industry
• Proficiency with Excel
• Basic understanding of mechanical design and building science
• Excellent project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to organize, prioritize, and multitask
• Strong group facilitation skills
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Keeping informed of building industry trends, including green building tech. and strategies
• Commitment to environmental responsibility and social equity
• Ability to make strategic green building recommendations

Desired Qualifications:

The following qualifications would be an asset:
• Energy modelling
• Daylight modelling
• Thermal comfort modelling
• Embodied carbon analysis / life cycle assessment
• Health and wellness consulting
• Commissioning
• Coding
• Biophilic design
• Organizational sustainability planning
• Energy audits
• Green retrofits/EnerPHit

The expected salary for this position ranges from $70,000 - $90,000 and is based on the richness and diversity of the candidate’s experience, training, skills and internal equity. The position or associated salary could vary depending on the profile of the candidate.

As an employee of CIMA+ you are also able to participate in
• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week.
• Flexible Health and Dental Care benefits to meet your family’s needs
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to physical, financial, mental, social and environmental well-being services
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares
• 37.5 hour work week with an opportunity to have any overtime banked or paid out (for hourly employees)
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• Up to five (5) weeks of vacation: based on years of relevant experience
• Eleven (11) statutory holidays plus a personal paid day off
• Employee referral bonus program
• Group discounts on home and auto insurance, fitness memberships, technology, mortgages, and more
• Mentoring programs at local and national level
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

For more information about this job opportunity, please contact Eric Fenyedi

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