Sustainability Director

Overview

Lead sustainable design, client & team mentorship, drive carbon‑neutral projects.

Key Responsibilities

• business development
• performance integration
• workshop facilitation
• project leadership
• design excellence
• mentorship

Tasks

-Operational Planning – Coordinate with leadership on billing, fee management, and resource planning to support climate practice growth. -Business Development – Build and expand Gensler’s climate action services through new opportunities in Sustainability Strategy, Analytics, and Certification. -Hands-On Work – Contribute directly to project tasks as needed, particularly while growing the local team. Initially, you’ll focus on winning work to sustain your role, with a goal to build and lead a dedicated team within three years. -Mentorship – Foster professional growth by mentoring sustainability and design teams, developing the next generation of sustainability leaders. -Performance Integration – Ensure key performance metrics, including energy, water, carbon, and materials impact, are tracked and leveraged across all projects. -Workshop Facilitation – Lead workshops with teams, clients, and stakeholders to encourage and deepen their understanding of sustainability and performance-based design. -Industry Leadership – Represent Gensler as a regional leader in sustainability through public speaking, publishing, and engagement with industry networks. -Workshop Facilitation – Lead workshops with teams, clients, and stakeholders to encourage and deepen their understanding of sustainability practices. -Project Leadership – Guide clients and teams on high-performance, resilient design practices to set and achieve ambitious sustainability goals. -Design Excellence – Ensure that all projects maintain the highest level of design quality, with sustainability and performance-based measures integrated at every stage.

Requirements

• revit
• leed
• master’s
• lca
• leadership
• strategic planning

What You Bring

-Leadership and Relationship Management – Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills across internal and external teams. -Performance-Driven Expertise – Deep understanding of performance-based codes and ability to integrate innovative, data-driven solutions into design. -Familiarity with LEED and Other Certifications – Strong knowledge of LEED, WELL, Fitwel, and other green building certifications, with a proven track record of successfully implementing and achieving certification goals. -Education and Certification – Master’s degree in sustainable building, architecture, engineering, or a related field, with LEED Accreditation required (additional certifications are a plus). -Software Skills – Knowledge of Revit for design and documentation; familiarity with Rhino, Ladybug, and Climate Studio for performance modeling. -Client Engagement – Proven ability to build trust, manage client relationships, and secure business, including a revenue target of $800k annually for climate action projects. -Integrated Collaboration – Strong ability to work across disciplines, ensuring sustainability is seamlessly incorporated into management, technical, and design strategies. -Life Cycle Assessment Expertise – Experience conducting Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) using tools such as One Click LCA, Tally, and Athena to assess and reduce embodied carbon impacts. -Adaptable Communication – Skilled at aligning sustainability solutions with varied client priorities (e.g., profitability, fan engagement, employee wellbeing). Success in this role requires building rapport across generations and project roles, often with clients whose success metrics vary widely from Gensler’s sustainability goals. -Self-Starter – Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with resilience and adaptability. -Sustainability Knowledge – Strong background in building science, high-performance systems, and sustainable strategies, with experience achieving building certifications. -Strategic Planning – Experience driving change initiatives and developing strategic plans for team growth and climate action services. -Clear Communication – Translate complex data into compelling presentations and visuals, helping clients understand the value of sustainability strategies.

Benefits

-The base salary will be estimated between $125k-155k plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler

About Gensler

-Committed to creating impactful environments through design and architecture. -Operates at the intersection of architecture, design, and strategy to shape inspiring spaces worldwide. -Renowned for its collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across industries. -Known for transforming cities with urban planning expertise and enhancing user experiences through interior design. -Portfolio includes high-profile commercial skyscrapers, cutting-edge residential developments, and dynamic mixed-use spaces. -A pioneer in embracing new technologies and integrating sustainable practices to create future-ready environments. -Designs for Fortune 500 companies and cultural institutions, blending functionality with aesthetic appeal. -Iconic projects include the Salesforce Tower in San Francisco and the Shanghai Tower in China.

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