Building Performance Analyst II

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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CannonDesign has an exciting opportunity for a Building Performance Analyst II  based in our Chicago or St. Louis office. Take a look at the description below. If you think your skills and experience make you a good match for this position, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for creative, curious, empathetic people to join our Living-Centered Design movement.

ABOUT OUR FIRM

CannonDesign is an integrated design solutions firm focused on helping people continuously flourish. Whether designing for innovations in health, new scientific discoveries, equity in education or the next big idea in business, we use our Living-Centered Design approach to help organizations realize widespread change. Our ability to design transformational places, plans and strategies is why Fast Company named us a World Changing Company and one of the most innovative design firms in the world.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will be a member of our multi-disciplinary sustainability team, collaborating with design and technical leadership as an integral part of project teams across the firm. The primary responsibilities will include the following:

 WHAT YOU WILL DO 

  • Perform building performance analysis and produce graphical representations of results for communication with our multi-disciplinary teams across multiple markets and office locations.
  • Develop visually appealing graphical representation of building energy consumption, thermal envelope performance, daylighting, glare, thermal comfort, renewable energy analysis, climate analysis, massing, orientation and other performance metrics for project pursuits and active design work.
  • Develop detailed energy and daylighting analyses to complement early design simulations and feedback.
  • Manage the documentation for LEED energy credits, energy code compliance reports and other performance rating systems.
  • Research performance modeling methodologies, workflows, and software to improve how the firm delivers high-performance design solutions.
  • Develop research, case studies and white papers to present findings and recommendations.
  • Assist in the production of narratives, approaches, and fees for project proposals.
  • May perform related duties as required.

ABOUT YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associate degree in Architectural, Environmental, Civil or Mechanical Engineering or related degree. Bachelor’s or Master's degree in related field preferred.
  • A minimum of 3 years of building performance analysis experience required.
  • Must be able to assist with data analysis, energy modeling, and visualization tools, and be familiar with A/E/C industry trends related to high performance buildings. Experience with net-zero energy buildings and advanced metering technologies is preferred. Experience with a broad range of building typologies, including but not limited to healthcare, laboratory, office and educational facilities is preferred.
  • Experience with EnergyPlus/Openstudio, required. Other experience in other building energy modeling software such as IES-VE, eQuest, a plus.
  • Must have familiarity with ASHRAE Standard 90.1, ASHRAE Standard 62.1, LEED Reference Guides, California Title 24, IECC, and other energy related codes.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills are essential.
  • Familiarity in computational design and programming languages such as Grasshopper, Python, or C# strongly desired.
  • Experience in Climate Studio and Ladybug tools strongly desired.
  • Familiarity in data visualization tools such as PowerBI and R strongly desired.
  • One or more credentials such as LEED, CPHC\D, BEMP or similar strongly desired. PE or RA a plus.Proficiency with BIM applications a plus.

ABOUT WORKING HERE

  • We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
  • We are committed to ensuring our practice is equitable for all employees, representative of the communities around us – and focused on the future of design. We advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts through the leadership of our DEI Council, Employee Resource Groups and other community advocacy initiatives.
  • We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.
For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at www.cannondesign.com/careers/
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As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct.
CannonDesign recognizes the value of diversity in our workforce. We are committed to equal opportunity. We consider all qualified employment applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, partnership status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Individuals who hold legal work authorization applicable to employment at CannonDesign in the United States will be considered without regard to citizenship/alienage.
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