The RoleThe Director of Sustainability leads and manages Beck's Responsive Design team of three, delivering LEED, WELL, and Fitwel certifications, building energy modeling, and sustainability strategy consulting on medium to large commercial architecture and construction projects. You will work with regional directors, project teams, clients, and the Leadership Group to advance Beck's approach to reducing environmental impact through design and construction, and you will oversee delivery of the Responsive Design Goals and the sustainability project portfolio.
This is a player-coach role. You will set technical direction, review and sign off on team deliverables, and step into complex client conversations while building a department that is respected internally and sought after externally.
What You Will DoLead the team and the service line- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of three sustainability professionals, including workload planning, performance management, and career growth.
- Oversee delivery of LEED, WELL, and Fitwel certifications, energy modeling, and sustainability strategy consulting across Beck's project portfolio and external consulting engagements.
- Set quality standards and workflows so deliverables are accurate, on schedule, and consistent across regions.
- Manage the financial health of the department, including budgets, utilization, fee structures, and staffing plans.
Drive sustainability strategy- Work with regional and departmental directors to review and advance the -Responsive Design Goal, giving timely, constructive, and transparent feedback.
- Evaluate firm-wide design and construction sustainability programs, policies, and processes, and identify opportunities to strengthen Beck's commitment.
- Develop and implement policies and workflows that address emerging sustainability issues, trends, and regulations in design and construction.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and proposals on progress against the Responsive Design Goal, and recommend new service offerings to the Leadership Group.
Grow the business- Lead business development for sustainability services, maintain client relationships, and respond to RFPs, RFQs, and proposals.
- Advise clients on balancing sustainability goals, certification pathways, and project budgets, particularly in a capital-constrained market.
- Represent Beck's sustainability expertise to clients, industry groups, and the public.
Build organizational capability- Identify, develop, and facilitate training that builds sustainability knowledge, best practices, and an understanding of complex project trade-offs across the firm.
- Ensure project teams understand and comply with applicable local, state, and federal environmental laws and regulations.
What You BringRequired- Bachelor's degree or greater in architecture, engineering, construction, building science, environmental design, or a related field.
- 10 or more years of relevant experience, including successfully leading sustainability consulting on multiple large, complex projects.
- LEED AP BD+C credential.
- Demonstrated experience leading, developing, and managing a team.
- Experience with business development, proposals, and client relationship management.
- Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to work with executives, owners, design teams, and construction teams.
Preferred- WELL Accredited Professional.
- Fitwel Ambassador.
- Experience managing a department budget or P&L.
- Experience in an integrated design and construction environment.
- Familiarity with AIA 2030 Commitment reporting and carbon accounting.
How You WorkYou are customer-focused, make sound decisions with imperfect information, and delegate well. You develop the people around you, manage and measure work through clear systems, communicate with confidence, and build teamwork across offices and disciplines. You can step back and see the bigger picture.
Why Beck- Lead an established, in-house sustainability practice with a national scope and a visible role in the firm's strategy.
- Work across design and construction on commercial, higher education, institutional, and other complex projects.
- Join a firm with long-standing public sustainability commitments and a deep bench of credentialed professionals.
- Compensation range, benefits, and ownership or profit-sharing details
Beck's BenefitsAt Beck our team member experience goes beyond your day-to-day work activities - we also want to support the rest of your life goals, milestones and challenges. We strive for thrive - we want you to thrive in your wellbeing, finances, and community.
In addition to robust coverage for medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits, Beck is pleased to offer its team members:
- 401k match and free SmartDollar program for financial wellness
- Free dedicated financial coach
- Personal health & fitness program for tracking activities & earning rewards
- Paid family leave
- Health discounts on medical premiums
- Free comprehensive health screenings
- Free health coach program for weight-loss & hypertension management
- Financial & behavioral support for family forming journeys (ex. Fertility, adoption, pregnancy, and parenthood).
- Free Life Coach
- Pet insurance discount
- Organized projects and events to support our communities
Join our team and build your future with Beck. 
