Project Manager - HUD Green Building Services
Fully Remote Austin, TX HUD Green Building Services
Job Type
Full-time
Description

POSITION: Project Manager – HUD Green Building Services 


POSITION SUMMARY


As a Project Manager reporting directly to the Vice President of Green Building Services, your primary responsibility is to oversee and execute green building verifications, primarily National Green Building Standard (NGBS). Working closely with the Vice President, you will ensure each project meets the stringent standards required for NGBS Green certification. In addition, you will advise clients and peers on sustainable building practices, helping them integrate green building strategies into their projects. 


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conduct thorough field inspections and verifications in partnership with the Vice President to assess compliance with the NGBS standards, focusing on water efficiency, energy use, and sustainable building practices. Proactively undertake new trainings and      certifications relevant to green building standards, including maintaining current knowledge and credentials in NGBS verification and other sustainable building practices to ensure expertise remains up-to-date and industry-leading.
  • Performs energy analysis and provides reports about efficiency solutions including energy analytics, implementing innovative systems, green certifications, and sustainable policies/practices
  • Evaluates building envelopes, mechanical systems, electrical systems, or process systems to determine the energy consumption of each system 
  • Conducts basic interviews and research covering property maintenance history
  • Identifies opportunities to improve the operation, maintenance, and energy efficiency of building or process systems
  • Analyzes technical feasibility of energy saving measures using knowledge of engineering, energy production, energy use, construction, maintenance, system operation, and process systems
  • Manage multiple certification projects simultaneously, ensuring they meet the client’s goals and the company’s standards for quality and sustainability.  Work directly with clients to guide them through the certification process, providing timely reports and expert recommendations to enhance the energy efficiency and sustainability of their buildings.
  • Work as a team member, utilizing the experience and knowledge of senior authors who will review your reports before delivery to our clients
  • Ensures all projects meet the clients’ goals and scope expectations
  • Deliver outstanding client service with timely responses and proactive solutions

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Approximately 5-7+ years of relevant previous experience in assessing and inspecting multi-family buildings 
  • Familiarity with construction best practices, general building codes, and various building types
  • Previous blower door testing experience required
  • Passion for being detail oriented and organized
  • Advanced writing and communication skills
  • Personable and able to communicate with people at all levels
  • Willingness to travel 
  • Self-starter, resourceful, and the ability to work productively and independently on multiple projects at a time under strict deadlines with guidance from senior staff
  • Ability to occasionally climb ladders to access two and three story, low-slope roofs
  • Ability to work outside and navigate stairs, sites, and building interiors
  • Knowledge or previous experience with HUD AEC, FHA, and ADA compliance preferred
  • Previous construction administration, construction management, architecture, engineering or similar experience required
  • Knowledge of the entitlement/permitting process and construction delivery methods and agreements
  • Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook

EDUCATION

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

· Building Performance Institute (BPI) - Building Analyst Certification

  • Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) - HERS Rater Certification National Green Building Standard (NGBS) Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) – Blower Door Certification LEED Accredited Professional or LEED Green Associate preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS


The work environment may be both indoors and outdoors. Indoor work takes place in a typical office setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Outdoor work requires the ability to effectively perform work in all types of weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to travel independently, sit, type, handle office and/or field equipment, speak and hear. The employee may occasionally be required to stand, walk, balance, kneel or crouch. The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to focus. 


EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & PERKS


AEI Consultants offers all full-time employees an outstanding, extensive benefits package, which among other benefits includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off and sick leave, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 401K, complimentary use of AEI’s condo at Donner Lake in Truckee, CA, an Employee Referral Bonus Program, and Commuter Tax and Dependent Care Benefits. 


COMPANY CULTURE


One of the primary reasons that our employees enjoy working at AEI is our positive company culture. We offer a collaborative, flexible and inclusive work environment where employees have the opportunity to engage in meaningful work, make a positive impact on our clients and communities, and are encouraged to carve out a career path within the organization that best aligns with their interests and goals. We greatly value the contributions of our team members and prioritize employee wellness, safety, flexibility and work/life balance. 


OVERVIEW


AEI Consultants is an employee-owned consulting firm that provides comprehensive services to commercial lenders, property owners, managers, tenants, and developers, industries, institutions, government agencies, and insurers, including many Fortune 500 companies. These services include environmental, property and facility assessments, zoning and energy consulting, site investigation and remediation, industrial hygiene, land surveying, valuation, and construction risk management. AEI specializes in identifying potential risks and crafting solutions through Environmental and Building Evaluation Consulting, Construction Services, Site Investigation and Remediation expertise. AEI Consultants is known for being reliable, responsive and resourceful. Founded in 1992, AEI is based in the San Francisco Bay area and has offices strategically located throughout the United States. 


AEI Consultants values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment for our employees and community. We encourage all applicants who are excited about this opportunity and share our career goals to apply, even if they don't meet every requirement. We are proud to offer equal employment opportunities, prohibiting discrimination and harassment based on various protected characteristics defined by law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment. At AEI Consultants, we believe that a diverse team is essential for our success, and we strive to attract, develop, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.


To learn more about us:

AEI Careers Site / AEI Culture Handbook