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MWH

Envision Sustainability Professional

Austin, TX

$119K - $136K/yr

Coordinate with design, engineering, construction, and project management teams to collect required ... Maintain sustainability scorecards, certification trackers, and project documentation records

The Beck Group

Sustainability Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

$112K/yr

We are focused on delivering design and construction excellence on a broad range of project types ... Sustainability at The Beck Group Beck's sustainability team offers a full suite of consulting ...

The Beck Group

Sustainability Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

$112K/yr

We are focused on delivering design and construction excellence on a broad range of project types ... Sustainability at The Beck Group Beck's sustainability team offers a full suite of consulting ...

WSP

Senior Sustainability Engineer

Atlanta, GA

$88K - $108K/yr

Integrate sustainable engineering principles into planning, design, and construction projects. * Perform sustainability analyses related to energy consumption, water conservation, waste reduction ...

Yang Management, Inc.

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Project Engineer I - Sustainability

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$87K - $95K/yr

The Project Engineer I - Sustainability position provides technical and administrative support to the BuildLACCD Sustainability Team in the planning, design, procurement, construction, implementation ...

MWH

Envision Sustainability Professional

Del Valle, TX · On-site

Coordinate with design, engineering, construction, and project management teams to collect required ... Maintain sustainability scorecards, certification trackers, and project documentation records

WSP

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Atlanta, GA · On-site

$88K - $108K/yr

Integrate sustainable engineering principles into planning, design, and construction projects. * Perform sustainability analyses related to energy consumption, water conservation, waste reduction ...

Crusoe

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Denver, CO · On-site

$185 - $215/hr

Sustainable Design & Construction * Lead the implementation of Crusoe's sustainable design standards across our digital infrastructure projects, partnering with internal design engineering, real ...

Crusoe

Sustainability Director

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$240 - $285/hr

Sustainable Design & Construction * Lead the implementation of Crusoe's sustainable design standards across our digital infrastructure projects, partnering with internal design engineering, real ...

Crusoe

Sustainability Director

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$240 - $285/hr

Sustainable Design & Construction * Lead the implementation of Crusoe's sustainable design standards across our digital infrastructure projects, partnering with internal design engineering, real ...

City of New York

SUSTAINABILITY ANALYST 1

Queens, NY · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

The Bureau of Engineering Design & Construction (BEDC) currently has a portfolio of capital ... The sustainability program ensures sustainable infrastructure investments by monitoring regulatory ...

City of New York

SUSTAINABILITY ANALYST 1

Queens, NY · On-site

$126K - $145K/yr

The Bureau of Engineering Design & Construction (BEDC) currently has a portfolio of capital ... The sustainability program ensures sustainable infrastructure investments by monitoring regulatory ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for construction sustainability in the United States is $122,624.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,500.00 and $138,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Construction Sustainability job focuses on implementing eco-friendly practices in building projects to minimize environmental impact. Professionals in this role work on energy efficiency, material selection, waste reduction, and regulatory compliance. They collaborate with engineers, architects, and project managers to ensure that construction meets sustainability standards. Their goal is to create structures that are resource-efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible throughout their lifecycle.

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To thrive in Construction Sustainability, you need a solid background in environmental science, green building standards, and sustainable design principles, often backed by a degree in civil engineering, environmental science, or a related field. Familiarity with certifications like LEED, BREEAM, or WELL, and the use of energy modeling software or life cycle assessment tools is highly valued. Strong project management, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders are standout soft skills. These skills enable professionals to effectively integrate sustainable practices into construction projects, reducing environmental impact and meeting evolving industry standards.

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Professionals in Construction Sustainability spend their days evaluating building plans for environmental compliance, advising design teams on sustainable materials and methods, and coordinating with contractors to ensure green standards are met throughout the construction process. They may also conduct site inspections, oversee waste management initiatives, and prepare sustainability reports for clients and regulatory bodies. Collaboration is frequent, with work often involving architects, engineers, project managers, and external consultants. This role is dynamic and requires balancing technical assessments with ongoing stakeholder engagement to ensure sustainability goals are achieved on every project.

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Infographic showing various Construction Sustainability job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,624 per year, or $59 per hour.

Project Engineer I - Sustainability

Vanir Construction Management, Inc.

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$66K - $81K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

About Vanir
Vanir is a proud minority- and woman-owned company, recognized as a national leader in program, project and construction management (PMCM) and real estate development. Since 1964, we have consistently exceeded client expectations. Ranked as a top PMCM firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR) for more than three decades, our award-winning team provides a full range of services to public and private sector clients in the aviation; healthcare; education (K-12 and higher); justice and essential services; science and technology; state and local government; transportation; water and wastewater; energy; and commercial, residential and nonprofit markets.
Job Description
The Project Engineer I - Sustainability position provides technical and administrative support to the BuildLACCD Sustainability Team in the planning, design, procurement, construction, implementation, commissioning, and closeout of sustainability and energy-related capital improvement projects. Working under the direction of the Sustainability Strike Team Lead, this position assists in coordinating projects that advance the District's sustainability initiatives to include Energy Information Systems (EIS), Building Management Systems (BMS), central plant optimization, LED lighting upgrades, energy efficiency retrofits, renewable energy systems, microgrids, electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, electrification, and other sustainability projects.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Provide technical and engineering support to the project managers and sustainability team throughout all phases of the project.
  • Support implementation of District sustainability initiatives including energy efficiency, electrification, renewable energy and carbon reduction strategies.
  • Coordinates with Project Managers, Architect, Engineers, Contractors and District Personnel to resolve technical issues and accurate responses to requests for information (RFIs).
  • Responsible for the maintenance and distribution of current contract plans and specifications.
  • Confirms contractor's maintenance of record drawings prior to monthly progress payments to the Contractor.
  • Makes field checks on construction to determine compliance with job specifications and plans, established College standards, and Division of the State Architect (DSA) Requirements.
  • Documents progress of projects, logging photographs, daily project reports and notes as required.
  • Assists in preparing written materials including correspondence, reports, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Logs and tracks status of project change order proposals, field orders, and approved change orders.
  • Maintains project files and record drawings.
  • Logs and reviews submittals for conformance to plans and specifications.
  • Assists in coordinating and recording minutes of meetings with project stakeholders.
  • Assists in review of submittal procedures, RFI's and monthly invoices.
  • Performs other project support duties as directed.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • BS/BA Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Business, Construction Management or related field required.
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar or equivalent position involved in project or construction management of commercial, public, or educational facility construction projects with values in excess of $15M
  • Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM) preferred
  • Experience with Division of the State Architect (DSA) construction/design process preferred

Benefits
Vanir offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes 401(k) Savings with employer matching contributions, medical, dental, vision, health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions, life, AD&D and disability benefits, flexible spending account (FSA), voluntary benefits, Teladoc, pet insurance, paid time off, national employee assistance program (EAP) and employee referral program.
How to Apply
If you're interested in working for Vanir please visit our website to learn more and to apply online at www.vanir.com.
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Contact Email: careers@vanir.com
Persons with medical limitations may, with reasonable accommodations, be capable of performing the duties of this position. Such a determination must be made on an individual basis considering the person's limitations, the requirements of the position, and the company's ability to make reasonable accommodations to the person's limitations.
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Pursuant to the Ban The Box Act/Fair Chance Initiative, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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USD $66,250.00 - USD $81,250.00 /Yr.

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