Building Scientist Graduate
Jasmax, New Zealand
Job Description
About Jasmax
Jasmax is an established multi-disciplinary architecture and design practice with a rich heritage spanning more than 50 years. With 200 employees and strong leadership, we pride ourselves on developing our people to deliver world class projects.
Our portfolio of projects includes the New Zealand Pavilion at Dubai Expo 2020, City Rail Link station designs, new AUT buildings, modern schools, mixed-use and multi-unit residential projects, and others still under wraps.
At Jasmax, we see it as our purpose to maximise the human experience and enhance the world around us. Our values are at the heart of what we do and shape our projects.
About the role:
Our Auckland studio has the opportunity for Graduate in Building Science to join the Knowledge amp; Innovation team. This role supports the Carbon team in the completion of Carbon Life Cycle Assessments and offers technical expertise to projects. The role will manage and deliver Carbon Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) for Jasmax projects.
Data research, analysis and interpreting results will be key elements, along with model and preparing information for green building carbon certifications, for example Green Star Credits. In addition, the role will be responsible for researching and contributing to cardon reduction strategies for build environment projects.
It’s an exciting time to join as demand continues to grow within the sustainability market.
Requirements
What we are looking for:
- A building science or related sustainability degree (Master’s ideally)
- 1+ years’ experience with LCA and/or sustainability consulting within the built environment preferred but not essential
- Knowledge and understanding of New Zealand Building Code and regulations and New Zealand commercial
- Ability using LCA tools (eTool and others) following appropriate standards (ISO14040)
- Ability to manage building information (Revit and/or sketch up) in preparation for LCA
- Understanding of building systems and assembly
- Understanding of EPDs, sustainable certifications and relevant data sets
- Understanding of green building tools such as Green Star and Living Building Challenge assessments
- Interest and proven understanding of sustainability topics generally, and a thirst for learning
Benefits
- A supportive framework to guide you through the stages towards registration
- Work alongside some of the best in the industry, learning from specialists and award-winning designers
- Support and resource to aid your learning experience through biculturalism and sustainability
- Enjoy a high performing, supportive and inclusive culture
Jasmax is an advocate for equal employment opportunities. We are committed to creating spaces that value diversity and inclusion and are free from discrimination and harassment, not just for our people but for all people. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, ethnicity, religion, or disability.