Sustainable Design Advisor I
Perkins&WillAustin, Texas, United States
Posted April 2, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Perkins&Will is a global design firm that delivers architecture, interior design, urban planning, landscape architecture, and branded environments, serving clients from healthcare to higher education. Their work is guided by the Living Design philosophy, which emphasizes poetics, research, technology, community inclusion, resilience, and health to create spaces that are both beautiful and functional. With over 2,500 professionals across 30 studios worldwide, the firm collaborates with leading partners such as Schmidt Hammer Lassen, Portland, and Pierre‑Yves Rochon, and participates in the Sidara Collaborative network. This interdisciplinary approach, combined with a commitment to sustainability and innovative design, distinguishes Perkins&Will as a leader in shaping healthy, inspiring environments around the globe.
Job Description
The Sustainable Design Advisor I provides sustainability assessment of project opportunities and supports project teams in delivering third-party rating systems. This role collaborates with architectural, interiors, and urban design project teams, conducts green product research, and analyzes data to support project deliverables.
Requirements
- Familiarity with the US and/or Canadian LEED Green Building Rating Systems (LEED v4)
- Living Building Challenge, Passive House, WELL, Fitwel, and/or other sustainable design performance tools
- Project specifications, architectural drawings, and building construction
- Ability to think critically and strategically and conduct self-directed research and analysis
- Effective communication and attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively with team members
- Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, and familiarity with Revit
