Building Science Associate - R4573-2534

Thornton Tomasetti is seeking a Building Science Associate in Chicago, IL, to lead sustainable building design focused on decarbonization and net-zero emissions. Responsibilities include overseeing project design, conducting simulations, managing finances, and ensuring compliance with green building standards. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and at least 6 years of experience. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.
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Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the
world's challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers
and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission
is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the
groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and
opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and
cultivate a rewarding career.
Our Sustainability & Resilience practice collaborates with clients
and project partners to integrate successful green solutions into the
planning, design, construction, and operation of buildings, reducing
their environmental impact at every stage of their life cycle. We use
whole system thinking and leading-edge analytical tools to develop
innovative solutions that balance economic, social, and environmental
factors. Our experienced team offers sustainable design strategies,
energy analysis, green building certification consulting, sustainability
analysis, and upgrades for existing structures, along with education and
training.
The Role:
We are seeking an experienced Associate to p rovide leadership and
expertise in the design of high-performance, sustainable buildings with
a focus on decarbonization, electrification, and pursuing net-zero
carbon emissions. Candidates will collaborate with multidisciplinary
teams internally and externally to envision and implement innovative
environmental design solutions that optimize energy efficiency, facade
performance, daylighting, thermal comfort, and life cycle carbon
reduction strategies.
Responsibilities:
- Project oversight: lead the design and analysis of building
envelopes, facades, and enclosure systems to maximize thermal
performance and energy efficiency.
- Lead staff on and conduct advanced simulations and modeling for
daylighting, glare, building science, natural ventilation, renewable
energy integration, and life cycle assessment.
- Manage project and project tasks for financial forecasting and
billing in collaboration with the accounting department.
- Develop strategies to reduce embodied and operational carbon
emissions throughout the building life cycle.
- Ensure compliance with green building rating systems, Passive House,
and others.
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants to integrate
sustainable design principles from concept to construction.
- Foster a collaborative environment and promote knowledge sharing
among team members.
- Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships.
Present results and recommendations to clients.
- Identify and act on opportunities for new projects and business
expansion.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Building Science, Architecture,
Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 6+ years of relevant experience.
- Strong knowledge of building codes and standards related to energy
efficiency.
- Exceptional leadership, organizational, and multitasking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple
projects simultaneously.
- LEED AP, ILFI accreditation preferred.
- Knowledge and understanding of Passive House concepts and standards
preferred.
Compensation
The rate for this position generally is$115,500-$135,000annually.This
range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the Illinois State
Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful Illinois State
applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will
be in Illinois State or perform the position from Illinois State.
Similar positions loca ed outside of Illinois State will not necessarily
receive the same compensation.Actual pay rates may vary from the range,
as permitted byIllinoisEqual Pay Transparency Law. Compensation offers
will be based on various factors, including operational needs,
individual education, qualifications and experience, work location and
comparison to employee already in the role, as well as other
considerations permitted by law. A potential new employee's pay history
will not be used in compensation decisions.
Benefits
Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary
benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
- Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Commuter Transit (where available)
- 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee
contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
- Fitness Reimbursement
- And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee
resource programs and initiatives
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