Green Building Certification Specialist

Paladin Inc. is hiring a Green Building Certification Specialist in Lexington, KY, responsible for sustainability consulting and managing projects related to LEED and other certification systems. The role involves defining targets, data analysis, and preparing reports to meet client sustainability goals. This full-time position can be on-site, hybrid, or remote, with occasional travel required to the Lexington office for events and meetings.
WHO WE ARE


Paladin, Inc. is a boots-on-the-ground solutions partner for building owners. We focus on three key services:



Building Commissioning
Direct-to-Owner Engineering for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems
Sustainability Consulting





Paladin, Inc. exists to steer successful outcomes by serving building stewards. To fulfill this mission, we focus on sustainability consulting to define aspirational goals, engineering to develop the ways to achieve those goals, and commissioning to verify those goals are achieved. We are emission-reduction focused looking to pragmatic applications of technology and practice in support of building excellence. Our values reflect the team and culture enabling us to improve ourselves, our customers, and our communities one step at a time.






ABOUT THE ROLE


Paladin, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Green Building Certification Specialist to help deliver quality services for our client’s projects and meet their sustainability goals. As a Green Building Certification Specialist, you will be responsible for rating systems (LEED, Green Globes, WELL, Energy Star, etc.) project work such as defining targets, collecting data, analyzing parameters, and preparing final reports within our customers’ projects. You will be responsible for managing the deliverable and preparing or implementing the modeling process with intent to show that results achieved match or exceed client targets.





This is a full time position out of our Lexington, KY office and can be on-site, hybrid, or remote. If remote, you will be expected to travel to our Lexington, KY office for events and meetings.





Please include with your resume a project list with your specific role and tasks completed. Work samples of project deliverables are encouraged.









WHAT YOU’LL DO



Drive new sustainability initiatives by identifying project goals, targeting methods for positive feedback, and enhancing Paladin’s offering to clients
Develop accurate models and deliverables to support emissions reductions, energy cost reductions, and similar targeted outcomes
Read and interpret construction documents (floor plans, mechanical systems, landscape, etc.)
Complete rating system documentation and respond to third party review comments
Maintain project budgets to deliver analysis and sustainability deliverables correctly and on time
Provide weekly reports on assigned metrics, projects, and communications
Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers and makes meeting customer needs a top priority
Follow rating systems such as LEED, Green Globes, WELL, etc. for stakeholder reporting


Manage the production of the deliverables in a high-quality manner consistent with stated standards and compliance paths for certification programs, where applicable
Develop presentation data for clients and A/E/C community
Deliver documents that are well-written, technically accurate, and well-formatted
Mentor and give feedback to internal and external teams


Duties will be added, removed, or modified as necessary




WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR



Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Engineering, Building Science, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Energy and Sustainability Policy or related field
Minimum of three (3) years of sustainability experience within the A/E/C industry
Understanding of structure, enclosure systems, mechanical design, and the general design and construction process
Experience using Engineering and Construction software, such as Revit, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Rhino, Procore, AutoDesk 360, Climate Studio, IES, OneClick and similar programs
LEED AP with BD+C or ID+C, WELL AP, SITES AP credentials preferred, and LEED Administration experience preferred
Knowledge of ASHRAE standards and how they are applied
Ability to work on multiple tasks with minimal supervision while planning, scheduling, organizing, and completing tasks within established deadlines
Knowledge of construction processes and procedures
Comfortable in a fast paced, detail-oriented, and entrepreneurial environment




PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS



Extended periods of time working on a computer and computer accessories (keyboard, mouse, etc)
Local travel for client meetings or to job sites <5%




WHAT WE OFFER



Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
Company paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
401(k) with company match
Cell phone reimbursement
13 Paid Holidays and generous PTO policy





Paladin, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Your application will be considered regardless of race, color, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or veteran status. You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.






Please include with your resume a project list with your specific role and tasks completed. Work samples of project deliverables are encouraged.