Careers

Interested in joining our team? We are hiring for the following positions.

We’re always on the lookout for passionate, talented individuals to help drive our mission forward. Whether or not we have open positions, we’d love to hear from you. Send us your resume and cover letter to let us know how you can contribute to our work in energy efficiency and sustainability.

Green Construction Project Manager

Overview: Viridiant is a growing, non-profit environmental organization that works to advance sustainable, affordable, and energy efficient construction, seeking applicants for a Project Manager (PM). The PM provides hands-on project assistance to Technical Advisors, the Senior Project Manager, Associate Project Managers and Deputy Director during design and in the field throughout construction. This role is part of a cross functional, collaborative construction project team. Projects range from 6 to 24 months with a majority located in Virginia. This non-supervisory position has the potential to grow with continuing education / certification and successful work performance. The PM reports to the Senior Project Manager Operations who reports to the Deputy Director.

Viridiant offers an energetic and friendly work environment with the opportunity to have a positive impact on the building industry and environment. For nearly 20 years, the organization has been contributing to the community with a budget of approximately $1.6M and a fulltime staff of 13, as well as 15 independent field contractors. This is a unique opportunity to be part of cutting-edge, high-performance buildings and technologies!  See www.viridiant.org for more information.

Summary of Primary Job Responsibilities and Duties

  • Determine project scope and develop contracts
  • Perform takeoffs from architectural plans
  • Review construction documents and perform energy model projections
  • Coordinate and support Design Review facilitation
  • Support field staff/Technical Advisors
  • Track and maintain project documents
  • Manage administration and delivery of certification programs including Utility Allowances and Final Certification
  • Perform Quality Assurance/ Quality Control.
  • Manage and support project invoicing in coordination with accounting
  • Track and approve Technical Advisor inspection expenses
  • Opportunity to support commercial services
  • Perform additional responsibilities related to the success of the organization

Key Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

  • Some college; Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management preferred.  
  • Minimum 2 – 3 years in the construction industry; Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work.
  • Proficiency reading architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing plans.
  • Experience in architectural and energy modeling & analysis software (e.g., Revit, Bluebeam, Procore) preferred.
  • RESNET Rater Field Inspector or HERS Certification preferred.
  • Knowledge of residential energy-efficient construction and green building practices preferred. 
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. 
  • Enthusiastic about educating builders on Viridiant’s services and encouraging builder participation in programs.  
  • Skilled with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as experience with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) or related area; able to readily learn new software programs.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize deadlines.
  • Excellent task management and organizational skills.
  • Valid Virginia driver’s license; DMV record in good standing.
  • Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5 pm. 
  • Promotes and adheres to organization’s mission, vision and values; policies and applicable laws in a fair and equitable manner

Competitive Compensation Package including base salary and extensive benefits to include health, dental, life insurance, LTD, paid time off, paid holidays and retirement contributions!

Compensation: $60,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year

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Home Energy Auditor

Position Summary: Viridiant, a non-profit organization that works to advance sustainable, affordable, and energy efficient construction, is looking for an up-and-coming building science expert to join our team in Richmond, VA. The energy auditor will perform walk-through and diagnostic energy audits in single and multifamily homes primarily and other buildings occasionally. These audits will sometimes include installation of basic energy conservation measures. The Energy Auditor also will support other functions of Viridiant’s Community Energy Services Division such as data management/analysis and public engagement. The ideal candidate should hold a BPI BA certification (or equivalent) and be proficient with the various tools of the trade: blower door, duct leakage testing, infrared, combustion safety, software, etc. We are looking for someone with excellent customer service skills who is comfortable engaging clients from a wide variety of backgrounds in homes of every shape, size, age, and cost. Viridiant is doing exciting work helping our neighbors save money and improve their homes. Come join our growing team.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

  • Engage clients and educate them about the energy auditing process, basic building science and construction best practices, available incentives, and Viridiant’s mission and other services
  • Inspect all areas of homes and other buildings
  • Perform diagnostic tests including blower door, duct leakage, infrared scanning, ventilation rates, and combustion safety 
  • Use building energy modeling software with weather normalizing as needed
  • Install basic energy conservation products/materials when required (weatherstripping, attic hatch insulation, duct sealing, vapor barriers, lightbulbs, etc.) 
  • Handle administrative tasks including writing reports, data entry, and scheduling
  • Engage clients and partners in a courteous, respectful way
  • Ensure that worksites are left clean, tidy, and unharmed
  • Engage internal and external colleagues in a way that maintains a friendly, productive work environment 
  • Perform additional responsibilities related to the success of Viridiant

Job Requirements and Qualifications (education and experience)

  • Enthusiastic about educating diverse clients and the general public about energy efficiency and other clean energy technologies that benefit residents and communities while reducing strain on natural resources
  • Passionate and curious about building science, with a commitment to continued learning
  • Unphased by what some consider dirty work: exploring (sometimes on hands and knees) dirty, hot, damp, etc. areas of diverse buildings to acquire information, identify opportunities, and diagnose problems
  • Honesty and openness with colleagues, clients, and the general public
  • Minimum high school diploma; 2-3 years in the construction industry or any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work; college coursework considered 
  • Knowledge of residential energy-efficient construction and green building practices, including diagnostic testing, preferred 
  • Industry certifications such as BPI Building Analyst or RESNET Home Energy Rater/Field Inspector certification preferred; new hires will need such certifications within 6 months 
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Organized and able to prioritize tasks with minimal direction
  • Friendly demeanor, with ability to establish trust and positive rapport with residents in their private homes as well as with non-residential building owners/managers
  • Skilled with basic office software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; able to readily learn new software programs; experience with Salesforce, energy auditing software, and energy modeling software preferred 
  • Valid driver’s license

Work Environment, Travel and Expected Work Hours

The work of this position is performed primarily in the occupied homes of Viridiant’s energy audit clients – generally in the greater Richmond area, occasionally beyond. These are single and multifamily residences for households of all incomes and backgrounds. Homes are new, old, big, small, clean, shabby, and everything in between. Technicians will be required to safely and respectfully work in hot attics, damp crawlspaces, and dusty basements as well as in formal dining rooms, unkept kids’ bedrooms, and actively-used kitchens. Viridiant staff must be careful not to damage residents’ property nor leave trash or mess. Other work hours are spent in an office or home office completing paperwork and maintaining correspondence, visiting retailers for supplies, maintaining equipment and supplies, and traveling to/from clients’ homes and Viridiant’s office.

Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Evening and weekend work may be required very rarely.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; climb ladders; enter close spaces of buildings, sometimes on one’s belly or on hands and knees; operate power tools including drills and saws; use basic hand tools of a construction site; carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; drive a motor vehicle; use fingers and hands to control computer mouse, type or write. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Compensation

Based on experience, salaries start at $65,000 – with strong advancement potential. The total compensation package includes health, dental, life insurance, LTD, paid time off, paid holidays, and retirement contributions.

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Viridiant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation and socioeconomic background. In addition to federal law requirements, Viridiant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Viridiant reserves the right to alter, change, modify and/or terminate this job posting at any time without notice, or obligation, to any party.

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