Light House is looking for a dynamic project manager with a minimum of 5 years experience in building consulting and/or the energy efficiency sector to assist us in growing our green building consulting services.

We are looking for someone who is a flexible, team-oriented multi-tasker with an appetite for a fast-paced, project-oriented environment. You are familiar with green building rating systems such as LEED, BOMA BESt, etc. You will have strong technical skills, an aptitude for quantitative analysis and enthusiasm for project development, client services, education and professional mentoring. Working for the Light House Sustainable Building Centre requires that you share our passion for green building and sustainable living.

This is a permanent full time position. Salary range is between $55,000 - $70,000 based on experience. You report to the Executive Director and will be responsible for:

• Support consultants, builders and developers by leading the documentation process for green building projects using LEED, REAP and other rating systems.
• Coach builders and consultants on the implementation of green building strategies.
• Provide green building solutions through research and technical analysis of policies, technologies, products, strategies and solutions.
• Develop and deliver green building education and training programs for businesses, designers, builders, developers and municipal officials with support from other Light House staff members.
• Identify business development opportunities and write proposals.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor degree or technical diploma in building design, construction, engineering, or building science. We are looking for the right person and are open to energy, design and general green building professionals.
• Familiarity with green building design, structures and construction with ability to interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Working familiarity with LEED although LEED accreditation is not a requirement

• A minimum of five years practical work experience of which at least two must be in a project management/leadership role.
• Excellent verbal communications, presentation and interpersonal skills 
• An aptitude for (and interest in) the technical aspects of green buildings is essential.
• Working knowledge of RETScreen is an advantage

About Light House

Light House Sustainable Building Centre is an enterprising non-profit society which provides British Columbians with an information point of service where the public and industry professionals can obtain information on green building practices, policies, and projects as well as green building professionals. We offer education, training and outreach to industry and the public that will foster a deeper awareness of and commitment to sustainable building practices. We also help to advance public sector programs and initiatives through research, development and implementation of tools and resources applicable to and optimized for the British Columbian construction and real estate industries. Through a combination of funded programs and consulting services we work to catalyze the sustainable building sector in British Columbia.

We take the principles of sustainability very seriously and do our very best to “walk the talk”. We embrace all aspects of environmental stewardship within our corporate operations: our Resource Centre is targeting LEED certification as a healthy and eco-friendly office environment, we support alternative transportation choices and we follow sustainable purchasing policies. When it comes to our people, we subscribe to progressive, just and socially sustainable business practices. Subject to agreement, this includes significant flexibility with respect to when, where and how you work.

Please apply in confidence to:

Helen Goodland,
Executive Director
Light House Sustainable Building Centre
2060 Pine Street
Vancouver, BC
V6J 4P8

Helen@sustainablebuildingcentre.com
T: 604 682 5960
www.sustainablebuildingcentre.com  

Closing date for applications: 5pm Monday 22nd March 2010

While we truly appreciate all applications, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:
University undergraduate degree in Social Work, Planning or Social Science.(4 years)
Member of the Canadian Institute of Planners or the BC Association of Social Workers.

Experience:
6 years of related experience social planning work.
or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

OTHER:
May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

CLOSING DATE: July 27, 2009
Competition Number: 91/09

Please see attachment for more information.

Please submit your application quoting the above competition number to:
The City of Victoria
Human Resources Department,
627 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, B.C., V8W 1N8,
by FAX to (250) 361-0238 or online by email at hr@victoria.ca

HB Lanarc is a 45 person company with offices in Nanaimo and Vancouver that continues to grow quickly to the demand for planning, design and sustainability services. They require an energetic and highly organized Administrative Assistant in Marketing and Reception Department who can handle multiple ongoing tasks while maintaining focus.  Please see attachment for more details and information.

Resumes with cover letters may be emailed to: info@hblanarc.ca No phone calls please.

Closing date is 12 noon, June 30.

HB Lanarc is a 45 person company with offices in Nanaimo and Vancouver that continues to grow quickly to the demand for planning, design and sustainability services. They require an energetic and highly organized Administrative Assistant who can handle multiple ongoing tasks while maintaining focus.  Please see attachment for more details & information.

Resumes with cover letters may be emailed to: info@hblanarc.ca No phone calls please.

Closing date is 12 noon, June 30.

City of Victoria

JOB VACANCY NOTICE

Internal and External

CUPE LOCAL 50

DATE OF ISSUE: May 29, 2009 CLOSING DATE: June 12, 2009

Competition Number: 64/09

Position Title: Coordinator - Sustainability

Number of Positions: One

Duration: Continuous

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 35 Hours per week

Pay Group: $2,497.60 bi-weekly, Pay Grade 15 (under review)

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE received in the Human Resources Department by 4:30 p.m. on the above closing date and must be complete, including all qualifications and experience relevant to this position.

Please submit your application quoting the above competition number to:

The City of Victoria Human Resources Department, 627 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, B.C., V8W

1N8, by FAX to (250) 361-0238 or by email to hr@victoria.ca

DEPARTMENT: Sustainability

POSITION FUNCTION

Co-ordinate, review and evaluate various initiatives to ensure an integrated approach to social, economic and environmental sustainability at the City of Victoria.

KEY DUTIES

Work with City departments to develop and promote sustainable policies and practises; provide guidance and support in areas such as implementation and evaluation of sustainability initiatives.

Act as a liaison between departments to ensure coordination between sustainability initiatives.

Maintain working knowledge of sustainability best practises; conduct workshops and/or training sessions to educate City staff on sustainability concepts.

Develop assessment criteria, monitor and evaluate programs, document performance trends, and recommend and implement modifications to improve program effectiveness; liaise with departments to address gaps and provide support in the development of new policies and programs. Address obstacles and barriers to enable the success of the City’s sustainability initiatives. Assist in the development of goals, performance metrics and long range strategy for sustainability at the City.

Represent the department and participate on various community and City committees; prepare and present a variety of correspondence and reports with recommendations to staff and Council and implement recommendations as directed; draft policy and compile data and statistics related to sustainability initiatives. Provide education and promote the City’s sustainable practises to the local community and encourage involvement.

Respond to inquiries and provide advice to staff, the public and outside agencies relating to specific City sustainability initiatives.

Perform related duties where qualified.

INDEPENDENCE

Work is generated by departmental work programs, requests from Council or the public, or assigned by supervisor.

Work is reviewed through discussions with supervisor and department meetings.

New initiatives, major projects and policies are discussed with supervisor with recommendations.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort:

Normal.

Mental Effort:

Meet multiple deadlines. (occasional)

Short periods of intense concentration while preparing reports and statistics. (occasional)

Visual/Auditory Effort:

Focus on a variety of source data and VDT for short periods. (occasional)

Work Environment:

Office.

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Organize and prioritize work.

Understand and apply the techniques related to social, economic and environmental sustainability.

Working level knowledge of current City word processing, spreadsheet and related specialty software.

Prepare reports and make presentations.

Facilitate meetings and workshops.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Represent the City to the public and outside agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:

University undergraduate degree in public administration, environmental studies, urban planning or related field. (4 years).

Experience:

3 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

OTHER:

May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

JC: NEW

THIS IS A CUPE LOCAL 50 POSITION

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