Hi, We have an expansion project with operating room, offices, cleaning space for the entire hospital. We would like to install a respite area for visitors (companions) and day patients of this expansion. For control and security reasons, the hospital does not wish to consider the entrance to the expansion for the use of its visitors but for the use of its employees only. Can the main entrance of the entire hospital be used for the 60m accessibility and not the expansion entrance if the entire credit remains compliant knowing that the main entrance is not part of the LEED project limits?  The respite area is exactly halfway between the expansion entrance and the main hospital entrance.

I am woundring if the product sourced is not in 160 km of the project, no point will be assigned to the project from MRC7? 

I'm working on a complex mixed-use Campus project, where we'd like to pursue this credit for 1 of the separate buildings.

Only one of the buildings on the master site will have a cistern that we will use to manage rainwater on site for 2 points. I am not clear how to approach this credit if only one building has a cistern for rainwater management, within the Campus context:

- Should I use the whole master site area and all roof areas to calculate runoff volume, even if only looking at 1 building?

- Can I pursue the credit for only 1 of the buildings?

Hello

As part of a residential project aimed at LEEDv4 BD+C certification, we are studying the different possibilities to meet the "Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies" credit with the strategy 7. Operable Windows which requires to have opening windows for 75% of the spaces regularly occupied. However, by consulting section 6.4.1.2 of ASHRAE 62.1-2016 with addendum l, we understand that it is required to have windows in two opposite places of the same space, so in a case of residential project, to have crossing apartment. Do we understand the requirement of this strategy or would there be an error in the LEED credit and it would be section 6.4.1.

Have any of you used this strategy for a residential project with non-crossing apartment or is it the only way to be able to meet the requirements of this point?

Thanks in advance!

Stantec's Western Canada Carbon Impact Team currently has two postings for Sustainability Analysts in Western Canada.

Stantec Jobs - Sustainability Analyst in VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Canada

Stantec Jobs - Sustainability Analyst in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada 

Description

Stantec’s Western Canada Carbon Impact Team is a collaborative and creative group of multi-disciplinary sustainability, health and wellbeing and energy professionals. We provide professional consulting services that support high quality, healthy and high-performance projects in the built environment.

Our service areas include sustainability planning, green building certifications, performance engineering, and health and wellbeing. We work with public and private sector clients in the community development, commercial, health care, education, institutional and airport sectors in communities across Western Canada and beyond.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated consulting professional with specialized expertise in integrated design, green building, and sustainable urban development. Advising on all aspects of a building’s certification process and making recommendations to assist with the design and implementation of sustainability principles. At times, you may make presentations on building performance rating tools. You will also be responsible for preparing the necessary paperwork for certification. The successful candidate will contribute technically to our team’s existing portfolio of existing sustainability projects.

The successful candidate is a sustainability professional with a related graduate degree and 2-5 years of professional experience in a related area. You have a strong background in sustainability issues with an understanding of land development, infrastructure and resource management processes.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Work with the Sustainability Specialist and project team to develop a project-appropriate sustainability strategy
• Evaluate and track sustainability measures (e.g. LEED strategies) implemented on projects
• Communicate sustainability requirements and obligations to other team members
• Help to document submittal for submission to the “green” building certification body (e.g. CaGBC/GBCI, Green Globes, BOMA, etc.)
• Review project documents (drawings, specifications, product submittals) for compliance with certification requirements.
• Write reports communicating certification and energy analysis findings, and design recommendations for improved building performance.
• Prepare and coordinate documentation required for certification.
• Conducting research and technical analysis, as required, for projects and reporting on findings.
• Preparing quality client deliverables in a timely and profitable manner.
• Execute projects to meet client expectations.
• Interpret trends and statistics
• Prepare and deliver presentations to clients and/or design teams.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment
• Outstanding verbal communication skills with the ability to deliver persuasive and compelling presentations.
• Strong technical report writing skills.
• Ability to think broadly across several focus areas and bring together an optimized solution;
• Analytical thinking to draw sensible conclusions from own work and communicate these clearly to others
• Detailed knowledge of the LEED rating systems and / or other sustainability rating system programs including Green Globes, BOMA Best, WELL and Fitwell
• Working knowledge of sustainable design and alternative energy strategies for buildings and communities
• Knowledge of building codes, standards, and protocols referenced in LEED and other sustainability standards (such as ASHRAE).
• Candidates should also possess:
• Demonstrated innovative, independent problem solving methods and capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work cross functionally.
• Strong people and team skills.
• Dedication to professional development.

Education and Experience

• An undergraduate degree or diploma in sustainability, green development, environmental sciences, planning, interior design, engineering, applied sciences, architecture or its equivalent.
• Minimum two to five years of green building certification work experience.
• Those with Green Building Rating/Certification credentials such as LEED AP, WELL AP and Passive House, are strongly preferred.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Hi,

I have a question regarding the shower and change facility requirements. My project is targeting LEED v4 but is pursuing the v4.1 credit subsitute for Bicycle Facilities. The beta reference guide says to refer to the Step-by-Step Guidance in v4 for additional guidance. The Step-by-Step Guidance (pg. 103) states, “Projects with commercial-institutional space or residential space totaling less than 10% of the total building floor area may follow the requirements of the predominant use, at the discretion of the project team.” The project has chosen to solely meet the bicycle space requirements relating to the residential use (predominant building use) and will not be targeting the bicycle space requirements relating to commercial building use as it's less than 10% of the total GFA. 

From my understanding, the shower and change facility requirement is tied into this credit so that commercial FTEs have access to a shower if they choose to bike to the building. Since the project will not be pursuing the bicycle facility requirements for the commercial space is it fair to assume that a shower and change facility will not be required for commercial FTEs? Has anyone had success with a similar approach?

Thanks in advance!

Job Description:

The primary focus of this position is to manage and/or assist on high performance green buildings that have identified sustainability targets such as LEED, Step Code, Passive House, Zero Carbon, and City of Vancouver Green Buildings Policy.

Reports to:

• Principals

Essential Functions:

• Manage and coordinate multiple green building projects
• Research and present green building strategies to clients, design consultants, and construction teams
• Manage scope and budget of projects
• Liaise with green building certification bodies (GBCI, PHI)
• Prepare reports and presentations that communicate green building performance results
• Work with project teams and coordinate project documentation for certification
• Facilitate design workshops and Integrated Design Process
• Manage internal projects
• Assist with various aspects of operations
• Mentor and give regular constructive feedback to peers
• Resolve technical issues effectively

Education, Training and Experience:

• Studied in one of the following fields: architecture, mechanical/electrical/civil engineering, planning, landscape architecture, construction management, building science, development management, or related education
• Hold at least one of these credentials: LEED AP, WELL AP, CPHC/CPHD, or EA
• Minimum 2 years relevant experience (typically within the design and construction industry)
• Project management experience related to the green building or construction industry
• Proficiency with Excel
• Basic understanding of mechanical design and building science

Job Expectations:

• Excellent project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to organize, prioritize, and multitask
• Strong group facilitation skills
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Keeping informed of building industry trends, including green building tech. and strategies
• Commitment to environmental responsibility and social equity
• Ability to deliver projects on time and on budget
• Ability to make strategic green building recommendations

Desired Qualifications:

The following qualifications would be an asset:

• Energy modelling
• Daylight modelling
• Thermal comfort modelling
• Embodied carbon analysis / life cycle assessment
• Health and wellness consulting
• Commissioning
• Coding
• Biophilic design
• Organizational sustainability planning
• Energy audits
• Green retrofits/EnerPHit

We offer a comprehensive benefits and professional development package. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Compensation range: $25-$37/hr.

We're an equal opportunity employer and embrace diversity. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Applicants must be able to legally work in Canada.

The position will remain open until filled.

Please apply via our website: https://recollective.ca/2022/01/hiring-green-building-strategist/

Hello, 
For the Occupant Comfort Survey Innovation credit: this credit asks ''At a minimum, conduct a new survey at least once every 2 years''. But do you know for how long the survey must be done ? 

Thanks 

Hi,

If the occupants use a car-sharing application to drive to work and the owner signs an agreement with the company that operates the application, can the company be considered a car-sharing company for Option 2 ?

( Example: Netlift _ https://polytechnique.netlift.me/covoiturage/ )

Are glare control devices required only on exterior glazing?

Let's say we have an office (regularly occupied) with a single window looking to a classroom and no exterior glazing. Does this interior window need blinds? Thanks in advance!