Program Officer, Sustainable Homes
Boston, MA | Hybrid

LISC is one of the country’s largest community development organizations, helping forge vibrant, resilient communities across America. LISC works with residents and partners to close gaps in health, wealth, and opportunity so that people and places can thrive. We do this by acting as a conduit for grants, loans and equity–and by providing technical assistance and capacity building–to locally rooted organizations that carry out the work in communities.

Position Overview
LISC Massachusetts seeks a dynamic, detail-oriented, and motivated professional with a passion for strengthening communities to join its team as the Sustainable Homes Program Officer. The selected candidate will work with the Deputy Director to catalyze and support the energy efficiency and renewable energy transition in Massachusetts’ multifamily affordable housing sector. Together with diverse partners, the Program Officer will assess available services and programs, identify gaps in the building decarbonization ecosystem (e.g. technical assistance, funding/financing, enabling regulations, and access to good paying green building related jobs), and propose and advance program and policy solutions. Specific duties include:

Program Management

• • Provide day-to-day management of the Climate Ready Housing Program, a ~$16M annual decarbonization grant funding program which LISC administers on behalf of the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC), Massachusetts Housing Partnership (MHP), and MassHousing. This includes developing and updating program application, review, and outreach materials, sharing/presenting program details via outreach to partners statewide, leading weekly calls with the administrative team, assembling and managing the review committee, preparing review/scoring materials for review committee, reviewing applications as part of the review committee, and drafting recommendation memos, press releases, case studies, and related materials as requested.
  • Manage the STAR Solar Program, which provides solar technical and financial analysis for the housing portfolios of Massachusetts affordable housing partners. This includes developing and updating program application, review, and outreach materials, presenting information to interested organizations, providing grants to eligible participating organizations, meeting with and managing program partners Resonant Energy and Massachusetts Association of Community Development Corporations (MACDC) on a regular basis, and preparing related grant proposals, subgrants/consultant contracts, and reports for program funders.
  • Manage the Community Charge Program, an electric vehicle charging station installation program for Massachusetts affordable housing partners, in partnership with PowerOptions and Green Energy Consumers Alliance. Provide program outreach and subgrants for selected participants. Support reporting to program funders as needed.
  • Cultivate relationships with funders, financial institutions, public agencies, and philanthropic partners to align funding and investment opportunities with LISC Massachusetts’ housing and sustainability goals.

Partner Capacity Building and Convening

• • Convene the Energy Cohort, a peer learning group for affordable housing practitioners interested in building decarbonization, climate resilience, and resident health to network, learn, and share information. Lead planning meetings with Energy Cohort program partners MACDC and New Ecology, plan Energy Cohort meetings, roundtables, forums (both virtual and in-person), and building tours. Develop content for these meetings in partnership with building science firms and other partners, and arrange logistics. Survey members and summarize feedback to identify trends in member needs and inform future topics. Prepare related grant proposals, subgrants/consultant contracts, and reports for program funders.
  • Provide 1-on-1 support and connections for affordable housing organizations interested in decarbonizing their portfolios.
  • Participate in interagency affordable housing decarbonization working group and related coalitions.

Research and Data Analysis

• • Maintain the Decarbonization Hub, which is a consolidated resource for affordable housing owners interested in accessing technical assistance and funding for building decarbonization projects. Update resources on a regular basis in consultation with technical providers and funding partners.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of available sources of decarbonization funding and financing, including building relationships with funding partners.
  • Analyze financial and retrofit data to identify trends and opportunities for enhancement.

Policy Advocacy
Provide support to the Deputy Director in advocating at the state and local level for needed decarbonization resources and regulatory solutions for affordable housing partners.

The selected candidate will manage grantees and consultants and will work on special projects and other initiatives as assigned. The Program Officer should be adept at developing and maintaining effective relationships with funders, partners, community members, and other stakeholders. They should be prepared to facilitate or provide technical assistance and training; organizing and community engagement; as well as working with other stakeholders to achieve objectives. This Program Officer will be a part of LISC Massachusetts’ overall efforts to invest in strengthening underinvested communities and will work closely with the rest of the LISC Massachusetts team. Knowledge of, and effective relationships within, the Massachusetts affordable housing, energy efficiency and renewable energy, philanthropic, and/or community development fields will be valued.

We invite candidates to apply who have experience working with diverse populations and who possess general expertise in community development, and/or specific expertise in building decarbonization, affordable housing, and program management.

Qualifications

• • Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree preferred or requisite relevant work experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in sustainability, affordable housing, real estate development, community development finance, urban planning, lending, public policy, nonprofit program management, or related field work in neighborhoods.
  • Knowledge of green building and sustainable development strategies, standards, and policies.
  • Experience in grant writing, management, and reporting.
  • Experience in data and policy analysis.
  • Demonstrable commitment to community development and/or economic empowerment through past work and/or lived experience.
  • Ability to balance creativity and innovation with outcomes-based program evaluation, data management, and reporting.
  • Demonstrated success working with a variety of community, public, and private actors to design and implement effective, scalable, sustainable strategies.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, complex matters and programs at various stages and coordinate with multiple internal and external parties to meet deadlines and achieve objectives.
  • Excellent communication, research, analysis, relationship, and team building skills.

Please add cover letter to all the applications.

COMPENSATION:
LISC offers a competitive salary ($90,000-$95,000) and excellent fringe benefits.

*Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s skill set, experience, education, work location and other qualifications.

Our benefits include:

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage: Comprehensive health plans for you and your family’s well-being; Disability Insurance: Long-term and short-term coverage for peace of mind; Retirement Savings: Secure your future with our 401(k) and 403(b) plans; Generous Holidays: Enjoy ample time off to recharge and celebrate; Vacation, PTO, and Sick Days: Take advantage of flexible time-off policies to maintain work-life balance; Tuition Assistance: Pursue your educational goals with support from our tuition assistance program; Referral Program: Earn rewards for referring qualified candidates to join our team; Professional Development Opportunities: Grow and advance in your career with access to ongoing training and development programs tailored to your goals.

LISC is an equal opportunity employer. LISC does not discriminate in employment on account of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military status or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Please use the following link to apply : Job Application for Program Officer, Sustainable Homes at Local Initiatives Support Corporation.

Building Performance Coordinator
Boston, MA | Full-time | $65,000 – $90,000 per year

Arrowstreet is an award-winning architecture, interiors, and experience design firm based in Boston, with over 60 years of expertise. We take a design-forward approach, focusing on sustainability to create thoughtful designs across our diverse portfolio to provide engaging, impactful experiences, and spaces that bring people together. We encourage you to visit our website www.arrowstreet.com to learn more about our firm and our award-winning projects.

We are seeking an AEC professional who is passionate about applying sustainable design to building performance. In this position you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects throughout all our sectors and produce analysis to identify creative solutions in support of our Building Performance Studio. Under the guidance and direction of the Director of Building Performance, you will collaborate with project teams to establish and track building performance goals.

Responsibilities:

• • Collaborate with the design team to track building performance goals related to energy/carbon, wellness, resilience, and/or other topics
  • Track progress of multiple projects simultaneously and work with internal design teams, external engineering consultants, clients and construction teams to keep projects on track to meet goals
  • Manage various building certifications, including LEED, WELL, and Fitwel. Complete documentation associated with certification compliance and liaise with reviewers
  • Provide building performance assessments including solar and daylight analysis at various stages of project design
  • Stay current on iterative changes related to certification programs
  • Research and maintain working knowledge of newest technologies and trends in sustainable design
  • Prepare presentations for meetings, coordinate project tasks, and prepare reports
  • Collection of project metrics and assist with reporting projects for AIA 2030 Commitment and AIA Materials Pledge

Qualifications:

• • LEED Accredited Professional
  • Bachelor or Master’s degree in architecture, engineering, building science, built environment, and/or sustainability
  • Minimum of 2+ years of experience in sustainability, or related field, within the architectural, engineering, and construction industry
  • Knowledge of the building design and construction process, ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings
  • Knowledge of sustainable building practices including but not limited to energy efficiency, embodied carbon, air and water quality, thermal comfort, daylighting, material transparency, and/or regenerative design
  • Excellent communication and organization skills
  • Experience with LEED documentation and process.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Adobe InDesign
  • Relevant accreditations and experience (e.g. WELL, Fitwel, Certified Passive House Consultant) a plus • Experience with computational design, energy modeling, load calculations, or carbon analysis a plus
  • Familiarity with building performance standards and stretch codes focused on energy efficiency and electrification a plus

Why Arrowstreet? Our culture is a core part of who we are. We foster an environment that values creativity, collaboration, and connection. We host a variety of events to share knowledge, explore the diversity of our projects, and highlight how we integrate technology into our work. In addition, we offer volunteer opportunities and internal social events to build strong relationships across our firm and teams.

We hope you’ll consider joining us!

Ready to apply? Complete our online application and submit your resume, cover letter, and portfolio (<10mb.) We offer competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and professional development compensation. https://www.arrowstreet.com/about/careers/ Final compensation offered will be based on candidate’s relevant skills and experience. Arrowstreet is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Building Evolution
At Building Evolution, we’re innovators shaping the future of high- performance buildings. We deliver market-leading technical expertise, analysis, and guidance that help our clients achieve smarter, more efficient buildings.

We’re a team of passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, united by a shared commitment to client service and continuous learning. At Building Evolution, we foster deep collaboration. We teach, we explore, and we grow together, proactively generating solutions that make a real impact for building owners and operators, for building users, and for the broader community of stakeholders.

Building Evolution is looking for a team member with the following qualification:

• • Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, architecture, construction technology, or similar.
  • 2+ years of experience as a Certified Passive House Consultant (Phius). Experience to include: WUFI Passive (and/or METr), THERM modeling, develop building geometry from plans in SketchUp, and submitting Phius projects for Design and Final Certification.

Additional preferred qualifications:

• • Energy Modeling. Perform advanced energy modeling analysis for commercial and residential buildings primarily using OpenStudio/Energy Plus in accordance with ASHRAE Standards.
  • Perform energy savings and lifecycle cost analyses of energy saving measures related to the building enclosure, lighting, HVAC, plug loads, and building energy management systems.
  • Perform excel based calculations utilizing engineering principles.
  • Technical design review of Mechanical and Enclosure design.
  • Develop and write reports that detail building components as well as describe energy efficiency measures to improve design and control for new and existing facilities.
  • Performing on-site inspections and testing involving visual observation and diagnostic testing of building performance issues, enclosure/mechanical system failures.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and cloud-based file management tools.

We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package:

• • Profit-sharing bonus plan (eligible after 3rd quarter of employment)
  • 75% employer-paid medical insurance
  • 100% employer-paid vision and dental insurance
  • 100% employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Generous paid time off: growing from 15 days PTO + 11 company holidays
  • Employee referral program

Ready to Build the Future with Us?
If you think that you are a good candidate that will be a good addition to the team, and you are excited about this position, apply today! Send your resume and cover letter to Info@BuildingEvo.com 

Boston, MA | Full-time | $73,000 – $95,000 per year

About West Work
West Work is an emerging architecture office committed to advancing design excellence with low-carbon materials and net-zero construction across housing, higher-education, and civic projects. We are seeking a full-time Project Architect with 7+ years of professional experience who is passionate about enhancing the built environment through sustainable design and adaptive reuse.

Our team values design rigor, curiosity, collaboration, and technical innovation. A successful applicant will be responsible for design input, project coordination, and technical implementation. They can expect to be involved in all aspects of project delivery, from schematic design through construction administration. Applicants should have the ability and interest in working directly with clients and ultimately leading projects.

Position Overview
The Project Architect will be responsible for:

• • Establishing design direction and maintaining conceptual clarity throughout all phases
  • Technical implementation of design intent
  • Communicate clearly and confidently—both visually and verbally—with clients
  • Coordinate consultant teams and ensure quality control of documentation
  • Contributing to strategic growth initiatives within the firm
  • BIM modeling efforts, and drawing production in Revit
  • Review shop drawings, material samples, and construction documents for design conformance
  • Perform or oversee construction administration tasks (RFIs, submittals, change orders, site visits, etc.)

You will be involved in all aspects of project delivery—from feasibility studies through construction administration—with the opportunity to guide teams and mentor staff while advancing progressive, climate-responsive architecture.

Qualifications

• • Licensed Architect (or in process)
  • 5+ years of professional experience in an architectural practice
  • LEED AP or Passive House Consultant certification (preferred)
  • Demonstrated experience in housing, higher education, and/or civic projects
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team structure
  • Advanced proficiency in:
    • Revit
    • Rhino
    • AutoCAD
    • Adobe Creative Suite
    • Excel
    • Bluebeam
  • Strong understanding of:
    • Construction methods and detailing
    • Building codes and zoning principles
    • Building science and sustainable technologies
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills

What We Offer

• • Salary range: $73,000 – $95,000, commensurate with experience/licensure
  • Full health, dental, vision coverage
  • Direct involvement in meaningful, sustainability-focused projects
  • Exposure to all aspects of practice, from marketing to delivery in a collaborative studio environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and licensure support

To Apply
Please submit a resume and work sample to: contact@west-work.com

West Work is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Bookkeeper/Office Manager | Studio G Architects

Boston-based | Salary will be commensurate with experience

Seeking a Bookkeeper/Office Manager with a minimum of 5 years’ experience for architecture firm

Position Summary: This dual role is crucial for ensuring the accuracy of our financials and the smooth functioning of our office in Jamaica Plain. The ideal candidate will assist the Director of Finance & HR in managing the firm’s financial aspects, including AP/AR, payroll, and projectbased accounting, while handling administrative and HR tasks and providing coordination, continuity, and oversight of office facilities. This is an in-office position.

Highly Desirable: 5+ years of experience in accounting/bookkeeping and office management; experience in an architecture or engineering firm; experience with Deltek Ajera and Airtable software. Minimum requirements: Accounting degree or equivalent experience; expertise in MS Office products; excellent communication skills; strong organizational and time management skills; ability to take initiative and work independently; ability to analyze and solve problems efficiently.

About Us: A collaborative and expanding architecture studio, Boston-based Studio G seeks enthusiastic individuals for socially and environmentally innovative design projects. Committed to social equity and inclusiveness, we design people-centered, place-specific, environmentally sensitive schools, civic projects and housing. Ours is a diverse, multi-cultural, and LGBTQ-friendly workplace. We value individuals who offer design creativity, problemsolving, and analytical thinking. We welcome enterprising staff, providing mentoring and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Health Insurance (HMO & PPO), Dental Insurance, and FSA require no waiting period. Studio G offers 401K with company contribution upon eligibility, professional development and mentoring programs, generous paid time off, an easy commute with free parking or a quick walk from the T, and a fun and engaging workplace that encourages a flexible, balanced work-life culture.

Please send resumes by email to resumes@studiogarchitects.com. Please do not send links to third party websites, which may not be reviewed.

Equal opportunity employer.

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