39 Sustainable Design jobs in the United States
Senior Architectural Designer - Sustainable Design
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Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the design development of architectural projects from concept through construction documentation, with a strong emphasis on sustainable design principles.
- Developing innovative and aesthetically compelling design solutions that meet client needs and project objectives.
- Creating detailed architectural drawings, models, and specifications using industry-leading software.
- Collaborating effectively with clients, consultants, and internal project teams to integrate sustainable strategies and achieve project goals.
- Researching and applying sustainable building materials, technologies, and systems (e.g., LEED, WELL Building Standard).
- Performing design analysis, including energy modeling coordination and daylight analysis.
- Ensuring designs comply with building codes, zoning regulations, and accessibility standards.
- Mentoring junior designers and providing technical guidance throughout the design process.
- Coordinating with engineering disciplines to ensure seamless integration of building systems.
- Reviewing construction submittals and responding to site inquiries during the construction phase.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
- Professional Architect (RA) license in California is highly preferred.
- LEED AP accreditation is strongly desired.
- Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in architectural design, with a significant focus on sustainable and high-performance buildings.
- Proficiency in architectural design software, including Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, and SketchUp.
- Strong portfolio showcasing a range of complex and well-executed architectural projects.
- In-depth knowledge of sustainable design principles, building science, and green building certifications.
- Excellent visual communication, graphic, and presentation skills.
- Strong understanding of building codes, construction methods, and materials.
- Ability to manage project tasks and contribute effectively within a team environment.
Senior Architect - Sustainable Design
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead architectural design projects from concept to completion.
- Develop sustainable design strategies and integrate green technologies.
- Manage design teams and coordinate with consultants.
- Prepare architectural drawings, specifications, and BIM models.
- Ensure compliance with building codes and regulations.
- Present design proposals to clients and stakeholders.
Lead Architect - Sustainable Design
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the architectural design process from concept to completion for various project types.
- Develop sustainable design strategies and ensure LEED compliance.
- Create and present design proposals and master plans to clients and stakeholders.
- Manage project teams, delegate tasks, and ensure timely delivery of design documents.
- Coordinate with structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineers.
- Oversee the preparation of construction documents and specifications.
- Conduct site analysis and feasibility studies.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Mentor and develop junior architectural staff.
- Manage client relationships and participate in business development activities.
- Bachelor or Master of Architecture degree from an accredited institution.
- NCARB certification and a valid State Architectural License.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive architectural design experience.
- Demonstrated expertise in sustainable design principles and LEED accreditation processes.
- Proficiency in architectural design software including Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Strong portfolio showcasing a range of innovative and sustainable projects.
- Excellent conceptual design, presentation, and communication skills.
- Proven project management and team leadership abilities.
- Experience in urban planning and master planning is a plus.
Principal Architect - Sustainable Design
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Lead Architect, Sustainable Design
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- Leading the conceptualization and design development of sustainable architectural projects, adhering to LEED, WELL, or other green building certifications.
- Developing integrated design strategies that prioritize energy efficiency, water conservation, and material resource optimization.
- Collaborating with clients, engineers, and consultants to define project sustainability goals and performance metrics.
- Mentoring and guiding junior architects and designers in sustainable design practices and principles.
- Conducting building performance analysis, including energy modeling, daylight simulations, and life cycle assessments.
- Selecting and specifying environmentally responsible materials and systems.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant building codes, regulations, and sustainability standards.
- Managing project timelines and budgets for architectural design tasks, ensuring successful project delivery.
- Coordinating with construction teams to ensure the accurate implementation of sustainable design features.
- Staying current with advancements in sustainable design, green technologies, and building science.
- Presenting design concepts and sustainability strategies to clients and stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor of Architecture or Master of Architecture degree, along with a professional license (RA) in the United States. LEED AP or equivalent accreditation is strongly preferred. A minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in architectural design, with a significant focus on sustainable and green building practices, is required. Proven experience leading design teams and managing complex architectural projects from conception through construction is essential. Strong knowledge of sustainable design principles, building performance analysis tools, and relevant certifications is mandatory. Excellent leadership, communication, collaboration, and project management skills are crucial. The ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions for environmental challenges is highly valued. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of sustainable architecture.
Senior BIM Architect - Sustainable Design
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the BIM process for architectural projects, ensuring adherence to best practices, standards, and project requirements.
- Develop and maintain BIM execution plans, templates, and workflows.
- Create and manage complex 3D models and comprehensive BIM datasets for design, documentation, and construction phases.
- Collaborate closely with project teams, consultants, and clients to integrate BIM throughout the project lifecycle.
- Conduct clash detection analysis and coordinate with other disciplines (structural, MEP) to resolve design conflicts.
- Generate high-quality construction documents, visualizations, and renderings from BIM models.
- Research, evaluate, and implement new BIM technologies and software to enhance design and collaboration efficiency.
- Champion sustainable design principles and integrate them into BIM workflows, including energy analysis and material lifecycle assessments.
- Provide technical guidance and training to junior architects and BIM technicians.
- Ensure consistency and accuracy of BIM models across all project phases.
- Review shop drawings and submittals for BIM compliance.
- Manage BIM project setup, model auditing, and quality control processes.
- Contribute to the firm's BIM standards development and best practice documentation.
- Stay current with advancements in architectural technology, sustainable design strategies, and BIM software updates.
- Present BIM strategies and project progress to stakeholders and clients.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
- Professional Architect license (RA) is required.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in architectural design and practice, with at least 5 years focused on BIM implementation.
- Expert proficiency in Revit Architecture, Navisworks, and other relevant BIM software.
- Strong understanding of sustainable design principles (e.g., LEED, WELL) and experience integrating them into BIM workflows.
- Proven experience in leading BIM efforts on large-scale, complex projects.
- Excellent knowledge of architectural design, construction documentation, and building codes.
- Familiarity with computational design tools and parametric modeling is a plus.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
- Experience with clash detection and coordination processes.
- Passion for innovation in design technology and sustainable practices.
Corporate Counsel, Environment Compliance & Sustainable Design

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We are seeking an experienced environmental attorney to be based in Seattle to support Amazon Web Services (AWS). AWS provides cloud computing services and IT infrastructure to public and private clients around the globe, including on-demand compute capacity, data storage, content delivery, browsers, and more. The successful candidate will join the AWS Legal Regulatory Risk Management & Compliance team focusing on environmental compliance and sustainable design of AWS's global physical infrastructure.
You will be part of a team that counsels Amazon's data center business and compliance teams on a range of environmental, regulatory, and infrastructure development matters. Principal duties include providing day-to-day advice on compliance issues, monitoring and advising the business of upcoming environmental regulatory changes, developing and improving compliance policies and programs, working cross-functionally with other data center teams to develop new infrastructure, negotiating commercial transactions with environmental vendors, and handling legal disputes and inquiries from regulators and other third parties.
This role will give the successful candidate an opportunity to join a collaborative, tight-knit team that is leading exciting and pioneering global initiatives as part of a business that is making history. Some travel, domestic and international, will be required.
The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, pragmatic, enjoy working hard and being challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment in ambiguous situations.
Basic Qualifications
- 5+ years of legal experience
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
- Legal experience in environmental compliance and litigation matters
Preferred Qualifications
- High degree of independence, initiative, decisiveness and creative thinking, as well as a desire to be challenged
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to be a partner to business stakeholders
- Previous data center compliance experience
- A mix of law firm and in-house experience
- Excellent organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects at once, follow through and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated experience writing successfully for a diverse range of audiences
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $138,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $229,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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Associate Corporate Counsel, Environment Compliance & Sustainable Design

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We are seeking a talented and motivated environmental attorney to be based in Seattle to support Amazon Web Services (AWS). AWS provides cloud computing services and IT infrastructure to public and private clients around the globe, including on-demand compute capacity, data storage, content delivery, browsers, and more. The successful candidate will join the AWS Legal Regulatory Risk Management & Compliance team focusing on environmental compliance and sustainable design of AWS's global physical infrastructure.
You will be part of a team that counsels Amazon's data center business and compliance teams on a range of environmental, regulatory, and infrastructure development matters.
This role will give the successful candidate an opportunity to join a collaborative, tight-knit team that is leading exciting and pioneering global initiatives as part of a business that is making history. Some travel, domestic and international, will be required.
The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, pragmatic, enjoy working hard and being challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment in ambiguous situations.
Key job responsibilities
- Providing day-to-day advice on compliance issues
- Monitoring and advising the business of upcoming environmental regulatory changes
- Developing and improving compliance policies and programs
- Working cross-functionally with other data center teams to develop new infrastructure
- Negotiating commercial transactions with environmental vendors
- Handling legal disputes and inquiries from regulators
- Enabling AWS's global circular economy objectives and evolving global requirements, particularly electronic equipment reuse, repair, and sustainable decommissioning of our sensitive data center devices
Basic Qualifications
- 2+ years of legal experience
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
- Legal experience in environmental compliance matters
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work
- Experience in web services/cloud computing, software licensing, telecommunications or equivalent
- Experience managing multiple projects and meeting aggressive deadlines
- Previous data center compliance experience
- High degree of independence, initiative, decisiveness and creative thinking, as well as a desire to be challenged
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to be a partner to business stakeholders
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $118,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $195,700/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Principal Architect - Sustainable Urban Design
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the conceptualization and design development of complex urban planning and architectural projects, focusing on sustainability and community impact.
- Develop compelling design narratives and presentations to articulate project vision to clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
- Oversee project teams, providing guidance, mentorship, and design direction to ensure high-quality outcomes.
- Manage client relationships, fostering strong partnerships and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
- Conduct feasibility studies, site analyses, and programming for new developments.
- Ensure compliance with building codes, zoning regulations, and accessibility standards.
- Integrate sustainable design principles, including energy efficiency, renewable materials, and green infrastructure, into all projects.
- Collaborate with engineering consultants, landscape architects, and urban planners to develop comprehensive design solutions.
- Manage project budgets and timelines, ensuring efficient resource allocation and timely project completion.
- Represent the firm in public forums and industry events, contributing to thought leadership in sustainable urban design.
Senior Architect - Sustainable Urban Design
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