Sustainability Field Service Consultant (HERS Rater, NGBS Verifier, IECC Inspector)

Jordan & Skala Engineers • Houston, TX, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1m ago

Sustainability Field Service Consultant (HERS Rater, NGBS Verifier, IECC Inspector)

Jordan & Skala’s team of talent is what distinguishes our company from the rest.

If a fast paced, field service environment is one you thrive in and you are ready to be part of one of the top ranked consulting engineering firms in the United States, then we want to start a conversation with you!

What will make you rise to the top?

Experience:

Up to 50% travel to project construction sites. Travel M-F typical. Position requires a valid driver's license, a good driving record and the ability to fly on commercial airlines.
Must be able to become certified in a variety of code and above-code certifications, including (but not limited to) Building Commissioning Professional, IECC Inspector, NGBS Verifier, Home Energy Rating Systems (HERS) Rater
Preferred knowledge in energy programs including but not limited to ENERGY STAR
Familiar with energy and building sciences.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products
Foxit and Bluebeam knowledge
Preferred knowledge of Archisnapper

Functions:

Collect and analyze data, identifying needs and devise strategies to meet project goals.
Prepare preliminary reports for Sustainability Field Consultant or Sustainability Field Architect/Engineer review.
Provide field verification and testing services at active construction sites.
Perform site visits to review and fill out pre-functional checklists.
Perform site visits to witness, direct and perform functional performance testing.
Perform Indoor Air Quality Testing, Envelope Enclosure testing (Blower Door), Duct Tightness testing, Air flow and Pressure testing, photometric testing as it relates to energy and green building codes.
Review and verify on site systems and documents for Green Building Compliance.
Assist in providing on-site inspections and verification of project compliance for energy and green building codes and above code programs.
Coordinate with internal/external teams to communicate the field observed and inspected items related to green building and energy code compliance.
Assist in performing Energy Code Inspections for city and local jurisdictions.
Communicate to internal/external Team methods to bring non-conformance items into conformance.
Assist in providing updates at project milestones, including routine reports, to both external clients and internal staff.

Strengths:

Strong problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Flexible and adaptive
Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team player
Demonstrates dependability and sense of urgency
Must be able to prioritize and work effectively under time constraints
High attention to detail
Perform code and above-code research for projects as it relates to field services as well as code research for projects

Physical Demands:

The Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job; the employee will regularly be required to: talk, hear, type, stand or sit for long periods of time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To perform essential job duties the employee will regularly be required to:

Constantly required to walk, stand, climb (includes stairs and ladders), balance, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk, hear, and smell.
Routinely required to sit for meetings and travel by plane or car.
Constantly using hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, and computer keyboards.
Routinely required to reach with hands and arms, squat, turn/twist, or reach, lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The ability to work in extreme temperatures both hot and cold, including wide variances in temperature, dust and precipitation.
The ability to give and discern the various visual and audible alarms and signals for equipment startup, evacuation, and fires.

Why join us?

Jordan & Skala Engineers is a great place to work! We offer a family friendly environment with competitive benefits, teleworking options, flexible PTO, wellness incentives, professional development, and more. At Jordan & Skala, you will be consistently challenged by interesting projects. Your opportunities will be limited only by your ambition!

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