Staff Content Design
2 Months ago
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Job Description
HKS, Inc. is hiring a Sustainable Design Professional II in Atlanta, GA. The role involves supporting project teams with sustainability strategies, conducting Life Cycle Analysis, and creating models for design processes. Responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders, modifying LEED documents, conducting research, and assisting with energy analysis. Candidates should have a graduate degree in a relevant field, knowledge of sustainability practices, and proficiency in design software.
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HKS is seeking a Sustainable Design Professional to join our team. Supports project teams using a wide range of developing professional skills. Performs basic design and technical tasks requiring application of standard techniques and knowledge of sustainability while working under general supervision. Conducts whole building and component embodied carbon Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) using industry software such as Tally and One Click
Influences and delivers quality sustainable low energy design
Liaisons with stakeholders to develop and advance their sustainability strategies
Identifies sustainability risks and appropriate mitigation measures
Creates models to illustrate plans, processes and designs
Supports internal training for technical staff
Modifies or creates LEED or other rating system-specific documents, applying standard sustainable design techniques, collaborative design computations and procedures as assigned under direction
Performs routine assignments and may have some design responsibility collaborating with other team members as designated
Conducts research on local, regional and global project sustainability context, building materials, sustainable strategies and third-party rating systems (LEED, WELL, etc.)
Prepares draft reports with written and graphic content
Assists with the creation and maintenance of firm-wide content on the HKS intranet
Assists design teams in performance and energy analysis assignments
May attend on-site visits, field reviews and client and/or project meetings as appropriate
Participates in communication with other disciplines, vendors and contractors to incorporate information into project requirements
Participates in team meetings to discuss project issues, design and technical issues and coordination with other disciplines
Demonstrates awareness and appreciation for the firm’s cultural values, including a commitment to quality, innovation, learning and growth
Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team
Supports the firm’s principles of ‘design excellence’ in integrating responsible and sustainable design practices with art of design
Financial
Develops understanding of the firm’s basic accounting principles, project budgets and fees
Understands the financial implications of overhead and chargeable time, including accountability to project plan and utilization rate
Participates with civic, community and industry organizations, representing HKS with professionalism and integrity
Graduate degree preferred
Knowledge of embodied carbon calculations including data sources such as EC3 and EPDs
Experience with whole building Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) software
Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, Environmental Design or related field
Sustainable design accreditation preferred
Knowledge of Revit, Grasshopper, AutoCAD, Navisworks, 3D modeling preferred
Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup, InDesign preferred
Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
Understanding of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
Knowledge of energy modeling and building analysis
Understanding of building codes and high-performance standards
Strong communication skills in verbal, graphic and written forms
Ability to work in a team and handle multiple projects
Effective at meeting deadlines with quality work
HKS offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k), insurance, paid time off, and more. Travel may be required.
Application Deadline: 07/01/2025
HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran
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