United States of America
– New York, New York City**Job Summary****AECOM** is seeking a talented and highly motivated High-Performance Building Specialist to join the High-Performance Buildings and Communities team in New York and/or Southern California.
This multi-disciplined team provides High Performance design leadership and consulting on sustainable buildings and communities with projects ranging from the design of net zero buildings to the sustainable planning of major global eco-cities.**About AECOM**At AECOM, we believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone.
Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.We take on the most complex challenges and pioneer innovative, iconic solutions that push the limits of what’s possible – the world’s longest cable-stayed bridge, record-breaking sports events, the largest greenfield port development mega project, life-sustaining disaster recovery programs, and the tallest tower in the Western Hemisphere.On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, energy, and the environment, we deliver professional services throughout the project lifecycle.We are proud to be recognized for excellence:* Named one of Fortune magazine’s “World’s Most Admired Companies” for the sixth consecutive year* Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record’s 2020 “Top 200 Environmental Firms”* Ranked #1 in Transportation and General Building in Engineering News-Record’s 2020 “Top 500 Design Firms”* VIQTORY 2020 Military Friendly® Gold Employer**About Buildings + Places**AECOM’s Buildings + Places practice includes architecture, interiors, building engineering, workplace strategy, business transformation, asset advisory, economics and development planning, master planning, urban planning, and landscape architecture.With a range of expertise from strategy and design through project realization, we create better outcomes to grow economies, protect natural systems, conserve natural resources, make societies more equitable and connect and engage people through innovative, sustainable design solutions.Our teams have worked on signature projects such as the London 2012 Olympic Park and Legacy Framework, to the new plan for the LA2028 Olympics, to industrial facilities for GE and Rolls-Royce, to headquarters and workplaces for NASA, Unilever, Sony Music, DirecTV, Box, Inc.
and many Fortune 500 companies.**Job Summary/Responsibilities**The candidate will have a technical background such as Engineering, Building Sciences, Architecture or similar and ideally have some professional experience in the green building/design sector as well as demonstrated technical experience in energy simulation and/or parametric design.The candidate will need to be a team player who can work with others in a multi-disciplinary team to undertake building performance analysis and produce reports to tight deadlines.The ideal person must be able to understand and react to the changing design of the overall building/community and be able to verbally and visually communicate their ideas clearly.
The ability to develop and communicate ideas convincingly will be a significant strength in any potential candidate.The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to:+ High performance building modelling and evaluation including but not limited to ASHRAE 90.1 energy modeling, local code calculations, daylight simulations, parametric design modeling and embodied carbon calculations.+ Preparing and presenting results and professional recommendations, in report or graphical format, to clients and teams+ Review of mechanical drawings and mechanical equipment submittals, electrical drawings and/ or architectural drawings and specifications against high performance goals and sustainable certification criteria+ Working or leading others in a multi-disciplinary team to undertake analysis and produce reports for deadlines+ Developing and communicating ideas clearly and concisely**Minimum Requirements**Bachelor’s degree required in Engineering, Building Sciences, Architecture, or a related field**Preferred Qualifications**+ Masters’ degree preferred in engineering, planning, or sustainability-related field+ 1-3 years or related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience/education.+ Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office Suite, and in particular, Excel for data analytics.+ Knowledge and experience undertaking detailed building energy modeling.+ Knowledge and experience in working with parametric design workflows (e.g.
Dynamo, Grasshopper, etc.).+ Understanding of high performance and zero carbon building principles and technologies+ Experience working in the high-performance sustainable design sector+ Experience and knowledge of energy simulation software (e.g.
IES, EnergyPlus, Energy Pro, eQuest, OpenStudio, Trane Trace etc.)+ Experience with building performance analyses including daylight modeling, glare analysis, hygrothermal simulation, and embodied carbon calculations+ Experience in building performance analysis tools such as Ladybug Tools, Diva, WUFI, Tally etc.+ Experience in graphics software such as InDesign, Illustrator etc.+ Experience in building design software such as Revit, Rhino, etc.+ Experience with building energy codes and standards including ASHRAE 90.1 and Title 24 Part 6+ Knowledge of sustainability assessment systems (such as LEED, Green Globes, and BREEAM)+ Additional certifications/licenses e.g.
ASHRAE BEMP, CEM, LEED AP, WELL AP, ENV SP are a plus+ Knowledge of a programming language (python, R, C++, etc.)+ Experience using the Adobe Suite (InDesign, Illustrator)+ Experience in producing and reviewing MEP drawings or architectural Revit models+ Team-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision+ Ability to communicate problems clearly and simply to clients, engineers, and architects+ Excellent written, graphical, and verbal communication skills+ Strong problem solving, analytical and research skills+ Ability to balance various project and company responsibilities and deadlines while maintaining professionalism and quality+ Adaptable and flexible, showing a willingness and ability to take on new projects or areas with or without supervision**Additional Information**Relocation is not available for this position**What We Offer**When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is pioneering the future.
Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come.
We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions inclusion, diversity and overall employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership.
Our core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only delivering a better world, but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.**Job Category** Sciences**Business Line** B&P
– Buildings & Places**Business Group** Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)**Country** United States of America**Position Status** Full-Time**Requisition/Vacancy No.** 247570BR**Additional Locations** US
– Los Angeles, CA
– 300 S Grand Ave, US
– Orange, CA
– 999 Town & Country Rd**Virtual:** NoQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.