Lead Specialist in Sustainable Building Materials

Brightworks is seeking a Lead Specialist in Sustainable Building Materials in Portland, OR. The role involves overseeing projects focused on sustainable materials, mentoring staff, and building client relationships. Applicants should have a relevant degree and at least 6 years of experience. Brightworks offers a hybrid work schedule with 2 remote days weekly, competitive benefits, and emphasizes diversity and sustainability in its operations.
Join Brightworks Sustainability as a Lead Specialist in Sustainable Building Materials!

Embrace the opportunity to be part of one of the pioneering sustainability consulting firms in the U.S. Established in 2001, Brightworks Sustainability excels in helping clients develop operational sustainability programs designed to reduce environmental impact and enhance overall performance.

Why become part of our Brightworks family? Here’s what our team values most:

Making a positive impactFlexible working conditionsContinuous learning and growthCollaborative colleaguesEngaging clients and projectsRecognition for your achievementsCompetitive salary and benefitsWe are a certified B Corp, committed to social and environmental responsibility, having earned accolades for being among the Best for the Environment and Best for Workers. With our Lead Plus Living Wage certification, we offer competitive salaries based on experience.

Join us at Brightworks Sustainability and enjoy extensive employee benefits, which include:

100% Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision premiums for employeesComprehensive Life and Disability Insurance at no cost to employeesEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Generous Paid Time Off - beginning at four weeks annuallyEleven paid holidays each yearPaid Volunteer Hours - 8 annuallyUp to 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for bonding, in addition to 6-8 weeks of recovery for childbirth401(k) with sustainable fund options and company matchCharitable contribution matchingSubsidy for sustainable commutingFitness reimbursementHybrid work schedule - 2 remote days each weekFlexible working hoursAt Brightworks, we champion an inclusive workforce that represents a diverse array of cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives, emphasizing the significance of women in leadership roles and the contributions from various communities, including Latinx, LGBTQI+, and AAPI groups. We invite candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

As a Lead Specialist, you will:

Oversee intricate projects, delivering expert analysis and consulting on sustainable materials, focusing on circularity, embodied carbon, health, and equity.Mentor and guide junior staff, ensuring the highest quality of work through oversight and QA/QC processes.Build long-term relationships with clients, offering tailored strategies for sustainable procurement within their organizations.Engage with clients throughout all project phases, documenting discussions and aligning deliverables with project objectives.Drive strategic initiatives to enhance sustainability efforts within client organizations.Stay updated on advancements in materials optimization, sharing knowledge with internal team members.Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (engineering, architecture, environmental science, etc.) with coursework or experience in sustainability or green building.A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in sustainability or project management.Travel may be required infrequently, up to 5% of the time, including overnight stays.