Sustainable Design Specialist - Performance

HOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers who are driven to face the critical challenges of our time. We are dedicated to improving people's lives, serving our clients and healing the planet. Together, we cultivate a culture of design excellence at the confluence of art and science, blending the power of creative expression with a clear sense of purpose.

To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support and implement Sustainable Design analysis, conceptual Energy Modeling, Sustainable consulting management, sustainable project management, proposal preparation, LEED Project Administration and Support compliance reporting.
• Support consulting with multiple internal design teams on LEED and sustainable project attributes.
• Assist clients, engineers and contractors with sustainable design research and implementation.
• Support consulting with external clients on building and non-building projects and collaborating on firm wide sustainable design and consulting projects. Projects will include LEED-NC, LEED-EBOM, LEED-CI, LEED-HC, WELL and Fitwell. Projects may include development of sustainable design and operations guidelines, policies and procedures.

• Support implementation of office green operations plan
• Support goal setting and benchmarking projects under HOK's AIA 2030 commitment
• Support preparation of materials for sustainable design awards.
• Support sustainable design education program and LEED AP credential maintenance for the San Francisco/Seattle/Salt Lake City business
• Take personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
• Mentor team members.
• Foster a commitment to external and internal client service.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor degree in architecture, engineering, or sustainable design required, Master's degree preferred.
• 3+ years' experience.
• LEED GA required; LEED AP with specialty highly desired.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Advanced knowledge of sustainability, building science, integrated design and 3rd party certification processes.
• Proven visual and verbal presentation and communication skills to both team and client.
• Experience with management of team/resources to undertake multiple projects or facets of various projects.
• Strong organizational skills to manage documentation and information and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in team environment and work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD/Architectural Desktop, Revit, Sketch-Up, Rhino, Grasshopper and/or related software.
• Experience in and implementation skills relating to energy and environmental performance: Conceptual Energy Modeling; Environmental Analysis; Daylight Analysis; Renewable Energy Systems; Life Cycle Assessment and feasibility analysis required.
• Proficiency in use of Performance Analysis software: Climate Studio, Ladybug/Pollination, Radiance, Therm and CFD required.
• Proficiency in use of Energy Analysis software: EnergyPlus, IES preferred.
• Proficiency in use of Embodied Carbon Analysis software: One Click LCA, Tally preferred.

OTHER:

• Overtime may be required.
• Travel may be required.
• The job duties and requirements that this document describes may be altered or supplemented at any time at the sole discretion of HOK.

Many of our roles require the use of specific software. Please refer to the Required and Preferred Software & Skills for details.

HOK invests in its people and communities, supporting both personal and professional growth through every stage of life. At HOK you'll have a hybrid work environment, 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays) and a minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash out option. HOK offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, free mental wellness resources, life and AD&D coverage and short and long-term disability benefits. HOK supports your growing family by offering 4 weeks of paid parental leave and fertility coverage. HOK helps to fund your future financial needs with matching contributions to our 401(K) plan which includes a well-rounded investment menu as well as free guidance on retirement planning.

Wherever you are in your career, HOK provides opportunities to learn, develop and utilize your skills. Continued learning is promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships. To learn more about designing your career with HOK, explore our current job openings.

HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets.

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