Sustainability & Green Building Lead

Who We Are

PAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality. By leveraging the latest technologies, we solve problems in unique ways, and our designs enable buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient. PAE is trusted by our clients in every aspect of a project’s lifespan, from idea to occupancy. We set ambitious goals backed by analysis to significantly conserve water and energy while balancing costs and long‑term operational needs.

As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to our clients, our communities, and our planet.

• Partner with engineering and architectural teams to identify sustainability goals, compile design options to meet those goals, test their effectiveness, and make clear recommendations as part of an integrated design process.
• Conduct façade optimization studies including day lighting, shading effectiveness, glare, peak solar load, and natural ventilation effectiveness.
• Conduct Life‑Cycle Assessment studies (LCA) and advise on methods to reduce embodied carbon.
• Conduct studies on other topics related to sustainable design, such as water conservation studies, reviews of sustainable materials, energy studies, and more.
• Lead and manage the design and documentation process for green building rating systems including LEED, WELL, Fitwel, and ILFI’s suite of rating systems.
• Serve as the primary liaison with project teams, clients, consultants, and certifying bodies related to green building rating systems.
• Review and track project performance against rating system requirements.
• Develop and manage certification documentation, including narratives, calculators, and supporting documents.
• Stay up to date with changes and updates to rating systems and share knowledge across teams.
• Support internal education and training efforts on sustainability certification.
• Provide training, guidance, and mentorship for staff.
• Develop client relationships.
• Attend client meetings and lead coordination efforts between external and internal project teams.
• Author project deliverables such as reports, memos, and presentations.
• Collaborate internally with PAE’s MEP design teams and other members of the Regenerative Design team.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Sustainability, Building Science, or a related field.
• 6 to 10+ years of professional experience in sustainable design consulting or as part of an architecture or engineering team involved in sustainable design.
• LEED AP with specialty (BD+C preferred).
• Experience managing at least 10 projects through LEED certification.
• Experience working on Living Buildings or Living Future Accreditation (LFA) is a plus.
• Deep experience in advising project teams on sustainable design solutions.
• Working knowledge of LEED, WELL, Living Building Challenge, Fitwel, and other sustainability certification systems.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Serve as a technical resource for the company.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and time‑management abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and sustainability documentation tools (LEED Online, WELL portal, etc.).
• Experience with façade analysis tools such as Grasshopper, Climate Studio, and Radiance is strongly preferred; experience with Tally or One Click and IESVE is preferred.
• Ability to inspire and motivate staff.

• Hiring base salary range: $118,100–$157,500 annually.
• This position is eligible for time‑and‑a‑half overtime pay.
• Performance bonus.
• Employer‑paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• 401(k) account contribution.
• Professional development reimbursements (state registration and professional association dues).
• Commuter benefit.
• Cell phone stipend.
• Life insurance and disability benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays, and vacation.
• Visit PAE benefits page for a full description of our comprehensive benefits package.

PAE is a JUST‑label certified company and is committed to paying employees equitably for substantially similar work. Pay scales meet or exceed applicable wage requirements and industry standards. For more information on our pay‑equity commitments, view the JUST‑label certification here:
Living Future: JUST‑label Certification.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at PAE will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. PAE does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. PAE will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship.