Job Description

Life at PE:

Perkins Eastman is a global architectural design practice with expertise in all aspects of the built environment, working at all scales, and at every level of detail. With studios in 26 locations worldwide, we design for people, to leave a lasting and positive impact on the human experience and the world we inhabit. This is captured in our ethos "human by design".

We believe design is a collaborative art and we are structured as integrated practice of passionate professionals committed to delivering the best design for our clients. Our team of diverse and complementary talents work together in studios, that can draw from relevant expertise and points of view from across the whole practice to analyze and solve the specific design challenges they are working on. Within the firm we have 18 practice areas, cores of expertise, that focus as centers of knowledge and analysis, that are both an essential foundation and fuel for the creative design work. Sustainability is intrinsic to our design approach. It is an essential ingredient for the design teams throughout the process, adding valuable insights, ideas, and research to the process. For us all good design is sustainable.

Role Description:

The firmwide sustainability team focuses on sustainability efforts including the education of staff, reporting on sustainability metrics, the development of sustainability resources, direct support of projects to integrate sustainable design, greening the firm’s operations, and creating a case for sustainability for all of Perkins Eastman’s clients.

Sustainability Firmwide Work:

• Develop and present educational materials around a wide range of sustainability topics
• Serve as a resource for the firm around a variety of sustainability topics
• Work to improve the sustainability of Perkins Eastman’s own operations
• Assist with firmwide reporting of sustainability metrics
• Participate in sub-committees as needed related to specific sustainability initiatives
• Stay up to date with current trends and industry research related to sustainability

Sustainability Project Work:

• Assist with sustainability focused project work including third party certification documentation and performance analysis for projects of a variety of types and sizes
• Advance high performance design strategies and systems integration in support of sustainable design certifications.
• Produce effective visualizations and illustrations of projects for use in presentations
• Assist with conducting research centered around how building performance impacts occupants.

Basic qualifications:

• Bachelor or master’s degree in Sustainability, Architecture, interior design, Urban Planning, or another built environment or ESG related field.
• 0 to 3 years of experience in the sustainability field recommended.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• Passion for sustainability and green building.
• Knowledge of sustainable design strategies, material selection, and technologies required
• Concentration on sustainability during undergrad or graduate program highly recommended.
• Ability to work independently and on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent graphic presentation skills, and the ability to present in front of groups.
• Intellectual curiosity, eagerness to engage with others, and willingness to contribute to a healthy, vital workplace culture.
• Experience with the LEED rating system is preferred.
• Experience with performance analysis software such as Sefaira, Insight 360, and Ladybug/Honeybee for Rhino is preferred.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Certification as a licensed professional
• LEED, EDAC or WELL accreditation required.

What we offer you:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401k Options
• PTO
• Company Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Professional Development
• Competitive salary

Compensation may vary based on the job level and your geographical work location.

Salary Range: $70k to $79k

Perkins Eastman is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and a participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Please note that we are not engaging any external recruitment agencies for this position

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