Associate, Sustainable Construction

Overview

Associate, Sustainable Construction role at HITT Contracting Inc.

HITT is seeking an Associate, Sustainable Construction to strengthen our ability to deliver high-quality green building certifications and advance our corporate sustainability strategy. This role is designed for a motivated professional with 1–3 years of experience who is eager to grow their career in sustainable construction. The Associate will support project teams in executing LEED and other green building certifications, contribute to corporate sustainability initiatives, and prepare for the evolving requirements of LEED v5.

The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, a proactive growth mindset, and the ability to collaborate across diverse teams. They are detail-oriented, organized, and committed to delivering practical, measurable outcomes that expand HITT’s capacity in sustainable construction.

• Support certification management for LEED and other third-party sustainability rating systems, with a focus on documentation review, submittal preparation, and compliance tracking.
• Assist project teams in preparing for new LEED v5 requirements, including early integration of data, documentation, and submittal workflows.
• Review, approve, and track all green product submittals, including all BPDO credits, Low-Emitting Materials categories, and their accompanying certificates, ensuring compliance with project-specific sustainability goals.
• Collaborate with internal project managers, external consultants, and subcontractors to ensure timely execution of certification requirements.
• Participate in and facilitate construction progress meetings with internal and external project stakeholders to provide updates on sustainability tasks and support proactive resolution of issues.
• Actively pursue technical knowledge of green building systems, sustainable construction methods, and environmental management.
• Support internal development of tools, resources, and reporting systems that strengthen sustainability workflows.
• Educate and engage project teams and subcontractors on green building practices and certification requirements.
• Contribute to corporate sustainability initiatives and continuous improvement efforts across the department.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sustainability, Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• LEED Green Associate credential required; LEED AP BD+C credential strongly preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in sustainable construction, green building certification management, or a related field in the AEC industry.
• Familiarity with LEED v4 and v5 requirements; experience with WELL, LBC, NZE, NZC, Green Globes, or other rating systems is a plus.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks across projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with proven ability to collaborate across diverse teams.
• Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving ability, and willingness to learn.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required; familiarity with LEED Online or sustainability reporting platforms is preferred.

HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.