Green Building Certification Specialist (FULLY REMOTE)

The Griffin Groupe is hiring a Green Building Certification Specialist for a fully remote position in the USA. The role involves managing certification processes for sustainable building projects, including LEED and ENERGY STAR. Key responsibilities include guiding project teams, ensuring compliance with green building standards, and providing sustainability consultations. Candidates should have a background in architecture, engineering, or sustainability, with relevant certifications and experience in green building practices.
Company: Client of The Griffin Groupe Executive Search

Job Type: Temp to Perm

Location: Remote, USA

Industry: Construction

Rate: $65-75/hr DOE

Position Overview

The Griffin Groupe is seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Green Building Certification Specialist to oversee and manage the certification process for sustainable building projects for a premier consulting client company. This role involves guiding projects through certification programs such as LEED, Green Globes, ENERGY STAR for New Construction, Department of Energy (DOE) Zero Energy Ready Homes, Enterprise Green Communities, and National Green Building Standard (NGBS) certifications. The ideal candidate is passionate about sustainability, has a strong understanding of green building practices, and possesses excellent project management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Certification Management
• Lead and manage the certification process for various green building rating systems.
• Provide guidance on requirements, documentation, and compliance strategies.
• Act as the primary liaison between the project team and certification bodies.

Sustainability Consultation
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to integrate sustainable design principles.
• Conduct feasibility studies to determine the best certification strategy for each project.
• Recommend innovative solutions to improve building performance and environmental impact.

Documentation and Compliance
• Collect, review, and submit all required documentation for certification.
• Ensure project compliance with green building standards, codes, and regulations.
• Monitor and track progress toward certification milestones and deadlines.

Energy Efficiency and Green Building Programs
• Guide project teams through the ENERGY STAR for New Construction, DOE Zero Energy Ready Homes, Enterprise Green Communities, and NGBS certification processes.
• Perform energy modeling, analysis, and verification to meet program requirements.
• Provide technical support to ensure energy-efficient and sustainable design and construction practices.

Education and Training
• Provide training and support to project teams on sustainability principles and certification processes.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in green building standards and share knowledge with team members.

Quality Assurance
• Conduct on-site assessments to verify compliance with certification criteria.
• Identify and resolve issues that may impact certification eligibility.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
• Professional accreditation in one or more green building rating systems (e.g., LEED AP, PHIUS, HERS).
• Demonstrated experience with ENERGY STAR for New Construction, DOE Zero Energy Ready Homes, Enterprise Green Communities, and NGBS certifications.
• Professional certifications such as CEM (Certified Energy Manager), CEA (Certified Energy Auditor), HPBDP (High-Performance Building Design Professional), MFBA (Multifamily Building Analyst), BEMP (Building Energy Modeling Professional), and BESA (Building Energy Simulation Analyst) are highly desirable.
• 3+ years of experience in green building certifications or sustainable design consulting.
• Strong knowledge of sustainable construction practices, materials, and technologies.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software.

Skills and Competencies
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.