Rushing is seeking an enthusiastic, highly organized, self-driven Sustainability Consultant to join our team.

Rushing is a Seattle based MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) engineering and sustainability consulting firm. Our firm is founded on the principles that a multi-disciplinary approach is critical in evaluating building performance from a whole-building perspective. Our passion lies in problem solving, unearthing unexpected solutions, and building longstanding relationships with our clients. See our website for more info: rushingco.com

(1) Professional Ethics
(2) Informed, Expert Consulting
(3) Courageous Transparency
(4) Respectful Team Building & Community
(5) Curious Problem Solving
(6) Open Minded Learning
(7) Focused Actions
(8) Patient Resolve

The Sustainability Studio provides holistic sustainability consulting including green building protocol management, strategic planning, integrative design, climate resiliency, and workshop facilitation.

Position Summary

This individual will contribute to our full spectrum of sustainability work, with a focus on documenting the certification of LEED, Fitwel, WELL, Built Green, and Living Building Challenge projects. We are seeking a team member who is passionate about sustainability and willing to learn and ask questions.

Responsibilities

• Act as a critical team member in providing Rushing’s clients with the right data and tools to identify the sustainability solutions best suited for their projects;
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external clients to compile data and compliance paths for green building protocols and codes;
• Develop and compile documentation for pursuit of green building protocol certifications (LEED, Built Green, ESDS, Living Building Challenge, WELL, Fitwel, etc.);
• Review of sustainability related construction submittals;
• Develop and present reports, meeting notes, and other documents for communicating recommendations and/or sustainable design processes.

Qualifications

Required:

• 4-year college degree+ in architecture, engineering, environmental studies or a related field
• Knowledge of the most prevalent green building protocols – LEED, WELL, Fitwel, Living Building Challenge, Built Green;
• Excellent organizational, detail-oriented, and time management skills;
• Strong communication and writing skills.
• Preferred:
• Experience with documentation and verification process for LEED, WELL, Fitwel, Living Building Challenge, Built Green;
• 2-6 years work experience in engineering, architecture, or related discipline, with a sustainability emphasis;
• Ability to read and interpret architectural/mechanical plans and construction documents;
• An understanding of building science and building envelope design.

The position is full time. Salary is dependent on experience. Rushing provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. Rushing is an equal opportunity employer. With 50 percent women in principal-level leadership, Rushing is committed to diversity and inclusion. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

No phone calls please. No recruiters or agents please.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Rushing operates on a hybrid schedule of both in office and telecommuting hours.

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• sustainability: 2 years (Preferred)
• engineering/architecture: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No