Our Values

Transparency

quality of representation

equality / DEI

Community

talent investment

Our team is comprised of building engineers, industry professionals, architects, and property management veterans who have direct experience and an understanding of the complexity of building operations with a passion for sustainability.  

Andy Rhoades

LEED AP, SMA, EMC

Partner

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Michael Oddo

partner

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Sara Hickman

LEED AP, WELL AP, EcoDistricts AP

ESG Director 

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Jaime Villarino

LEED AP, WELL AP, Fitwel AP, GGP, PMP, LEED for Cities Advisor 

Director of Sustainability Operations

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Willam Rogers

BOMA (PMFP), Certified Operating Engineer, ISO 9001, EPA 608

Energy Performance Director

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Katie Freeze-Becker

LEED AP, WELL AP,
Fitwel AP

Sustainability Manager

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Erica Smith

Operations Manager

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Ariana Persico

Sustainability Coordinator

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Kate Holly

LEED GA, Fitwel Ambassador, GGEP, LEED for Cities Advisor

Sustainability Coordinator

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Oliver Curley

LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP, Fitwel Ambassador

Sustainability Coordinator

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Brandi Amantea

Sustainability Coordinator

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Leading Edge Locations

Careers

We’re growing  and we want you to join us in our journey to solving the climate crisis. Check out our positions below and contact Sara Hickman using the job application form with your CV and Resume. We can’t wait to meet you.

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Andy Rhoades

  • Partner
  • Engineering/Energy Services
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Sara Hickman

  • ESG Director
  • ESG/GRESB/WELL/LEED NC
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Sustainability Coordinator

OCTOBER 2021
JOB TITLE:
Sustainability Coordinator
PRIMARY REPORTING:
ESG Director
JOB STATUS: Full-Time
START DATE: TBD

RESPONSIBLITIES

  • Building Asset Utility Data Collection
  • Benchmarking projects in Energy Star Portfolio Manager
  • Supporting LEED / Arc Project Management
  • Support WELL Building certifications
  • LEED, WELL and GRESB Policy Development
  • Client and vendor education related to ESG Program
  • Due diligence support via GIS and other data-based software
  • Develop static and dynamic reports
  • Technology research
  • Air Quality, Energy and Waste Audit support
  • Project management support
  • Tenant Green Team support
  • Consultant proposal procurement
  • Green building certification standard research
  • Product support research
  • PR and Marketing Support

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & COMPANY GROWTH

  • Participate in meetings and conferences to clarify green building concepts and tasks.
  • Some travel is required. Coordinate travel schedule as necessary.
  • Conduct as needed presentations, meetings and other required communication activities.
  • Participate in various organizations, e.g. BOMA, USGBC, ULI, AIA, ILFI, to assure involvement and eminence building for the team.
  • Participate in special projects to gain recognition for the Firm as needed or necessary and as approved by Partner.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are seeking an assortment of talent to diversify our collective approach. Ideal skillsets include:

  • A forward-thinking mentality
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in one of the following areas: Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, Planning (urban/transportation/environmental planning, urban design), Building Operations (facility management, property management), or demonstrated competency through a combination of another degree not listed and years of experience with sustainable design
  • Experience implementing LEED, WELL, ENERGY STAR, SITES, Fitwel, Living Building Challenge and/or other sustainability systems certification process(es) on commercial projects
  • Excellent people skills and the ability to coordinate and collaborate with various disciplines and stakeholders.
  • Strong writing skills, organizational skills and technical presentation ability.
  • Sustainability credential(s) such as LEED AP, WELL AP, SITES, Passive House, LFA, or Fitwel Ambassador.

BONUS QUALIFICATIONS

  • Active involvement in professional organizations and committees
  • Sustainability Credentials
  • Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign or Technical background
  • Advanced knowledge of excel and Microsoft Project
  • Energy Modeling and/or LCA experience
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Green Graphic Designer

OCTOBER 2021
JOB TITLE:
Green Graphic Designer
PRIMARY REPORTING:
ESG Director
JOB STATUS: Part-Time or Internship
START DATE: ASAP

ABOUT LEADING EDGE
Leading Edge is a California based sustainability consultancy. Originally grown out of building operations and energy assessments, the team has grown over the past 15 years to include design and construction, educational and ESG based services. We are 100% remote with built in flexibility from the start. We believe in holistic growth, a company-wide ownership mentality and serving our clients through a passion for solving the world’s climate crisis through value-based expertise.

We invest in you. We hold weekly LE EDU meetings where we learn from one another as well as our preferred partners in the business. Our leadership has a “YES” mentality, aimed at encouraging each team member’s personal and career growth. Team members are highly encouraged to get involved in their communities, participate in educational events and think like a trend-sustainability-setter.

RESPONSIBLITIES
Strong graphic design skills in Illustrator and InDesign. Must have the ability to transform high level concepts, narratives and data collections into simple and concise storytelling assets. Position requires a passion for sustainability, equity and health and wellness.

    • Qualifications packages
    • Proposal graphic development
    • Website imagery
    • Corporate reporting
    • Infographics
    • Presentations
    • Policies
    • Toolkits

QUALIFICATIONS
We are seeking an assortment of talent to diversify our collective approach. Ideal skillsets include:

  • A forward-thinking, ownership mentality.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate independently with team members.
  • Exceptional Illustrator and InDesign experience. 

Bonus Qualifications:

  • Sustainability Credentials
  • Active involvement in professional organizations and committees
  • Advanced knowledge of excel and Microsoft Project
  • Website Design (Wordpress)

OUR SUPPORT TO YOU
Note, this a part-time position for the time being, however Leading Edge does anticipate the need for a fulltime graphic design position in the coming months. Full-time employees receive the following benefits:

  • Competitive merit-based compensation and annual bonuses
  • 100% paid medical, dental and vision benefits.
  • Paid parental leave
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Competitive PTO and Sick time
  • Dedicated educational time
  • $1,500 home office stipend
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Retirement contributions
  • Comprehensive expense reimbursement
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Stay Tuned

Don’t see a position for your skillset but still want to connect? Send us a message and tell us a bit about yourself, your resume and where you’d like to head in the future. It’s always good to stay in touch. Please message us by clicking the “Apply” button below.

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