Sustainability Analyst

About SOCOTEC

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.

As part of our growth, we are currently looking for a motivated Sustainability Analyst with 1-3 years of experience to join our Green Group within our Energy, Sustainability, and Commissioning Services Division. The Sustainability Analyst will support Sustainability Project Managers. This is an onsite position based in our NYC office.

The Sustainability Analyst will be involved in high-profile green projects – locally, nationally, and internationally - with the opportunity to work with major real estate developers, award-winning design firms, and top tier construction companies. The Analyst will also be a technically proficient team player integrated into a team of talented SOCOTEC professionals who have completed over 500 LEED projects worldwide, at the forefront of energy and materials innovation, and have been actively involved in the U.S. Green Building Council since its inception.

This position has strong opportunity for advancement. Tasks and responsibilities will involve a variety of general functions, including but not limited to:

Assist project teams in pursuing building certifications;

Analyze sustainable opportunities in design and construction of project work;

Train in areas related to sustainability\LEED activity;

Document and maintain well written reports on project related activity;

Perform research on emerging concepts in the Sustainability field

Communicate effectively and establish relationships with job related management teams;

Providing cross-functional support to ensure client needs and internal timelines/project activities are completed;

Maintain detailed documents and progression of work from initial proposal through completion;

Present project related technical information to design teams;

Occasional presentation of white paper\case studies to in-house technical teams;

Attend in-house seminars and scheduled team meetings;

Maintain established utilization levels.

The candidate we are seeking will have the following qualifications, skill sets, and experience:

A Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Architecture, Interior Design, or Engineering or similar is preferred, but other qualifications will be evaluated;

1-3 years of experience in building; sustainability focus/experience is highly desirable;

LEED GA is required. LEED AP or WELL AP with specialty designation is highly desirable;

Relevant experience in sustainability certifications & service lines (LEED, WELL, ESG, life cycle analysis, decarbonization, etc) a plus;

Experience documenting LCA for LEED and with OneClick LCA tools is highly desirable;

Excellent analytical abilities;

Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

Strong organizational skills with ability to independently manage multiple tasks while maintaining focus and attention to detail;

Proficient in Microsoft software, particularly Excel;

Basic AutoCAD or Revit skills a plus.

Demonstrated passion for green building and environmental sustainability

Community or professional organization involvement with sustainability is a plus

Please note that this is a technical consulting position, NOT a design position.

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Range: $55-80K

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.