Entry-Level LEED Certification Reviewer chez Salas O’Brien

Entry-Level LEED Certification Reviewer 

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

At Epsten Group, a Salas O’Brien company, we pride ourselves on being a pioneer for sustainability in the built environment. Sustainability is in our DNA– it’s the right thing to do for future generations and the legacy we leave behind. We maintain the front-line of sustainability, spreading the word globally and investing locally. We are a JUST Label company with a focus on social equity in how we operate our business, as well as the health and well-being of our employees through our WELL and Fitwel certifications.

Industry pioneers to our core, we push the boundaries by walking many clients through their own firsts. Our services remain flexible to meet the growing demand for a sustainable, healthier future. Our team strives to create a global impact surrounding green initiatives and maintains a company culture that reflects this. We celebrate diversity, inclusion, and equity and have recruited top talent from all over the globe. With office flexibility and a work-life balance, we accommodate individual preferences, believing that freedom, respect, and creativity lead to happiness and prosperity

Job Summary: We are seeking a full time Entry-level LEED Certification Reviewer to provide technical expertise for projects pursuing LEED BD+C, ID+C, and O+M rating systems; WELL v1, v2, and WELL Health-Safety Rating; and SITES v2.0 certification. We are looking for an energetic, fast learner who is detail oriented to join our growing company based in Atlanta, Georgia.

Responsibilities:

• Perform in-depth technical review and analyses of building design, construction, and operations for compliance with LEED rating systems on time with high quality to gain rating system proficiency with the goal of achieving Senior status within one year.
• Educate and directly engage the marketplace by effectively communicating through written, verbal, and in-person meetings with project teams and owners
• Provide technical customer service support to project teams
• Contribute to the continued development and increased technical knowledge of fellow LEED Certification Reviewers through collaborative teamwork
• Gain understanding of the LEED rating system including forms, calculations, and documentation requirements, as well as how to apply LEED criteria to the review of documentation for verification that the project meets the rating system requirements.
• Opportunity to learn more about the WELL, SITES, and Living Building Challenge rating systems, including forms, calculations, documentation requirements, and how to apply the criteria to the review of documentation for verification

Essential Functions After Initial Training Period:

• Contribute to a project’s pursuit of a sustainability-related certification by working as the third-party quality control Reviewer prior to the project’s submittal to GBCI for formal review
• Continue to perform in-depth technical review and analyses of building design, construction, and operations for compliance with LEED rating systems on time with high quality
• Perform quality assurance (QA) review of work done by other Reviewers
• Participate in Business Development activities such as networking, speaking engagements, and written content for marketing purposes
• Participate in resource development to further the knowledge and increase efficiency and proficiency in conducting reviews for the department

Metrics for Success:

• Achieve Senior Reviewer status within one year +/-
• Meet individual review production metrics (quality, efficiency, and timeliness)
• Achieve customer service satisfaction consistent with department goals
• Demonstrate professional growth by advancing foundational and leadership competencies

Qualifications and Experience:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree or higher in a field of study related to one or more of the following specialties:
• Planning (urban/transportation/environmental planning, urban design)
• Architecture (architecture, landscape architecture, interior design)
• Engineering (mechanical, civil, structural)
• Sustainable Built Environment
• Public Policy/Administration
• Construction Management (or associated discipline)
• Environmental/Sustainability Science (ecology, biology, environmental management)
• LEED AP with specialty preferred;
• Ability to read, understand and interpret building floor plans, sections, site plans, construction specifications, mechanical schedules, commissioning reports and operational policies preferred;
• Technical understanding of and experience with one or more of the following building operations topics: common construction methods, materials specification, fenestration, HVAC systems, plumbing systems, electrical systems, landscape design, master planning, land use, zoning, urban development preferred

Other Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Passion and commitment to the EGI mission
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, including technical writing
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong sense of personal responsibility and accountability for delivering high quality work
• Ability to work well both independently and in small groups
• Desire to be an integral part of a team effort
• Excellent judgment, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented and able to prioritize
• Willingness to self-initiate
• Strong computer skills, with high proficiency in MS Office suite, including Excel
• Encourage and accelerate global adoption of green business practices through various sustainability standards, tools and performance criteria
• Experience with ISO Standards a plus

Location: Hybrid located in Atlanta, GA preferred.  Remote considered.            

Travel: 0- 5%

Compensation & Benefits:

The expected base salary range for this role is $60,000 - $65,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

Office Benefits:

• LEED Gold, WELL Platinum, Fitwel 2 Stars, LBC Petal Certification, WELL Health-Safety, WELL Equity, Just. Label, and RESET Air certified office space on the 26^th floor of a building with free gym access, secure bike parking, amenities floor, coffee shop, restaurant, and a multitude of local amenities within 1/4-mile walking distance which includes two mass-transit stations
• Twice-Yearly Profit Sharing
• Employee-owned company with option to buy shares
• Medical/Dental/Vision and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) with Safe Harbor match
• HSA/FSA/Dependent Care FSA
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Parental Leave
• 10 days annually for Holidays
• 4 weeks annually for Vacation (5 weeks after 15 years)
• Certifications office closed Christmas Eve through New Years Day
• 1 day annually for Altruistic activities
• Flexible schedule, including option for 4/80 or other
• Summer Fridays – option to complete heads-down work or take PTO
• Remote work possible or hybrid if near Atlanta Office with option to work remotely fulltime after 5 years
• Stipend for alternative commuting
• Stipend for wellness activities, such as gym or yoga memberships, weight loss programs, competitive races, etc.
• Wellness activities included in work schedule, such as group yoga, hiking, mental health programming, ergonomics training, and more
• Quarterly Town Hall Meetings included in work schedule and off-site
• Group meditation sessions every Wednesday
• Company-sponsored social events
• Annual stipend for professional organization memberships, conferences, etc.
• Continuing education opportunities
• Mentorship Program
• Employee Impact Groups

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.