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Morrison Hershfield is a multi-disciplinary consulting engineering and management firm located throughout the US and Canada. We are a dynamic, employee-owned, team-oriented firm with a diverse project list that ensures you will be working on exciting, high-profile and challenging projects. For more than 75 years, the people at Morrison Hershfield have been the leading force behind our continuous growth and the expansion of our services.

Here at Morrison Hershfield, we are committed to providing flexible work arrangements, to assist employees in fulfilling their multiple responsibilities at work, at home and in the community. Flexible work arrangements provide additional options for work schedules and locations. As we focus on project delivery, clients and staff, we have several working options available for working at Morrison Hershfield.

We value technical growth, entrepreneurial spirit, work-life balance and an environment that supports the development and mentoring of our staff. We are constantly expanding and seeking ambitious, committed individuals that want to excel through challenging opportunities and projects that will allow them to achieve their career goals. Our focus on our people, culture and capabilities allows us to make a difference for our clients and the communities we serve.

Our Building Specialty Services (BSS) group is one of the fastest growing service offerings at our organization that includes a diverse mix of professionals with practical design, field, and industry research and product development expertise. This group is able to seek the best projects with the best clients because they deliver expertise that empower designers to create high performing buildings without compromising budget or function.

You’re creative, client-oriented and interested in working with a team of technical experts who deliver value through building science consulting services. You’re looking for your ideas to be valued, learn new skills and impact the communities you live and work in. Looks like Morrison Hershfield has the perfect opportunity for you!

Kick-start your career at an organization that is proud to be a home for people committed to making a difference. You will have an opportunity to learn your craft, work on a variety of projects that range from thousands to multimillions, develop client relationships with industry leaders and stay inspired every day through practical design and field work. Don’t miss out on an opportunity to further your career and have a positive impact on your community. Apply today!

At Morrison Hershfield, we recognize that there are many factors that influence career choices and that they can help make the workplace an enjoyable, fun and educational experience. That's why we've worked hard to ensure that everyone is a vital part of the Morrison Hershfield team.

We are looking for an intermediate level Sustainability Analyst to join our Sustainability team within the Building Specialty Services group. In this role, you will manage projects, work directly with clients, and work with a team of other junior and senior sustainability analysists related to the pursuit of sustainable buildings. Sustainable building work may include LEED BD+C, LEED EB: O+M, LEED ID+C, Zero Carbon Building (ZCB) certifications, WELL, FitWell, EnergyStar Portfolio Manager, BOMA BeST, etc.. Experience with Life Cycle Assessment and Embodied Carbon is considered a strong asset. You will be involved in sustainable or "green" building initiatives for existing and new building projects and will work with internal and external building design specialties.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the technical quality and accuracy of work performed.
• Lead the approach to achieve various Green Building certifications (LEED, WELL, FitWell, BOMA BEST, Green Globes, ZCB).
• Evaluating and tracking sustainability measures implemented on projects.
• Works without close supervision, with high expectations for accuracy, adequacy and conformance with guidelines and procedures
• Lead a project team to develop a project-appropriate sustainability strategy and energy conservation measures.
• Attend project design/construction meetings and document discussions.
• Project management of internal sustainability projects.
• Participate in continuing education.
• Peer review internally and externally developed submittals for submission to the "green" building certification body (e.g., CaGBC, BOMA, etc.)
• Communicate sustainability requirements and obligations to client staff, architects, engineers, contractors, industry representatives and construction trades.

Qualifications

• Professional attitude.
• Training or experience in Life Cycle Assessment Software (Athena, OneClick, SemaPro) is a strong asset.
• Strong work ethic.
• Minimum 3 years direct experience in work relating to green building rating systems.
• WELL AP is a strong asset.
• Ability to obtain a Reliability Clearance with Public Service and Procurement Canada (PSPC).
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Understanding the requirements of ISO 14091 Adaptation to Climate Change – Guidelines on Vulnerability, Impacts and Risk Assessment.
• Passion towards sustainability.
• Strong customer service commitment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks on multiple projects is a critical requirement.
• Working knowledge of ISO 14064-1/2/3 for GHG Inventory Quantification & Verification is a strong asset.
• Degree and/or Diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field.
• LEED Accredited Professional in one or more rating systems is required.
• An understanding of the role of different building systems and broad understanding of sustainability issues.

Job Type

Regular

Morrison Hershfield is committed to having an inclusive and diverse workforce, with recruitment free of discrimination, ensuring all candidates are given a fair opportunity for employment. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities.