As the Chief Expansion/Program Officer at CEDA John is seasoned professional in the field of Home/Building Performance, with a passion for net zero construction with a strong emphasis on equity, indoor air quality, and project management. With extensive experience and expertise in the industry, John has consistently demonstrated his commitment to sustainable building practices that minimize environmental impact and promote energy efficiency.

Throughout his career, John has played a key role in leading and managing projects that prioritize equity, ensuring that communities have access to high-quality, energy-efficient homes. His deep understanding of the importance of indoor air quality has driven him to implement solutions and technologies that create healthy living environments for occupants in marginalized and disinvested communities.

With a passion for net zero construction and a dedication to sustainability, John stays at the forefront of industry trends and innovations. He is a strong advocate for incorporating renewable energy systems, energy-efficient materials, and advanced building techniques to achieve optimal energy performance in residential and commercial buildings.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, John is actively involved in professional organizations related to Home/Building Performance. He is a respected member of the industry and serves on the board of directors for the Building Performance Association and is dedicated to advancing sustainable building practices and promoting equity in the industry.

Kahryn Riley is an attorney and native Michigander dedicated to working on the most pressing social and economic issues. She began her career in public policy as the director of criminal justice policy at one of the nation’s premier state-based think tanks, where she published peer-reviewed papers on the state penal system, juvenile justice system and bail scheme, and helped lead a bipartisan coalition to raise the age of adult criminal liability in Michigan from 17 to 18. Today she works in energy policy and clean energy technology, leveraging her experience with administrative law to pass more effective electricity regulation and open new markets for demand-side technology resources that help make the grid more reliable. She resides near Lansing with her husband and their two young boys.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kahrynriley/

Green Home & Sustainability Jobs Round-Up

One argument that inevitably comes up when considering the transition to a green economy is the loss of jobs related to unsustainable building practices and the fossil fuel industry. It is important to recognize that those workers deserve equitable transitions and resources to take on positions in green building and renewable energy. Here are some articles on that topic, including net zero job gains offsetting losses, the growth of clean energy jobs being seen in all states, and a specific example (which we need to see more of) where new wind energy jobs were filled by retaining power plant workers in NY.

Job Opportunities

Green Building Verification Project Associate (Field Technician), Ellicott City MD
 

Climate Initiatives Program Coordinator, Lansing MI

Technical Project Manager, Remote

Director of Finance, Washington DC

OSR Energy and Technical Services Manager, Atlanta GA

Senior Climate Justice Program Manager, Oregon

Healthy and Resilient Homes Project Manager, Kingston NY

Community Rebuilders – various positions, Grand Rapids MI

Project Manager, High Performance Buildings, Chicago IL/Remote

Product Manager, Remote

Residential Designer, Valparaiso IN

Energy Procurement Consultant, Grand Rapids MI

Project Manager, Boulder-Denver metro area

Account Manager, New Account Development, Miamisburg OH

Home Repair Manager, Detroit MI

Project Manager, Sustainable Buildings, Remote 

Executive Director, Boston MA 

Senior Account Manager, New York NY 

Regulatory Director, Education and Innovation, Remote
Program Manager, Strategy, Portland OR

Once again, so many jobs are being offered in the residential green building, sustainability, and decarbonization sector. It is unthinkable!

A decade ago, I could have only dreamed of this when I was in the job market.

A recent article from Planet Detroit focused on Detroit, though it could be a template for the rest of the country or world, as it highlights over 100,000 of these jobs being added alone in just the city in the next decade. https://planetdetroit.org/2023/05/planet-detroit-green-jobs-guide-construction/

The article then explains what a green job, a green career, and where to find one is. Even if you have a job not specifically related to green, our friends at Project Drawdown would argue that every job is a climate job (https://drawdown.org/news/insights/what-are-you-working-in-service-of), advocating that you can look for ways to advance decarbonization in your current job and, do this, advocate for it!

Remember, the first step to advancing green or a climate job is to get your Green Associates Designation or GreenHome Associates. GHI offers free assistance in both of these once you become a member! 

Our featured Job of the Month 

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC is looking for a Performance Construction Manager in North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky or West Virginia. 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Support and implement an area Performance Construction (PC) program with a dedicated focus on residential construction core markets. Develop a successful regional strategy to uncover and capture new revenue streams with the primary focus on new construction, remodeling, and home performance.

AKA – If you are excited about heatpumps, it will be your job to get more heatpumps out the door.

Learn more – Performance Construction Manager

Other jobs you may be interested in 

Manager, Building Impact – Climate + Energy, Remote

Director of Communications, Upper Marlboro MD

Product Manager, Miamisburg OH

HUD Multifamily Senior Advisor for Housing and Sustainability! https://lnkd.in/er5Qxetv  

Senior Director, Sustainable Technologies, Melville NY (Hybrid)

Instructor, Construction Management & Building Science Technologies, Asheville NC

Learning and Development Lead, Chicago IL

City Climate Resiliency Manager, Tucson AZ 

VP of Engineering, Berkeley CA

Project Manager, Austin TX

Project Manager I – Energy Council, Oakland CA

Specialist, Materials, Remote

Several career opportunities in affordable housing, Grand Rapids MI

Technical Program Manager, Remote

Building Energy Modeling Analyst, Upper Marlboro NY

Product Manager, Miamisburg OH

Sustainability Manager, Chicago IL

Product Manager, Municipal Technical Assistance and Consulting, MI

Manager, Grants, Programs, and Engagement, Vancouver BC

Multifamily Certification Project Manager, Portland OR

Architecture firm opportunities, AZ and MI

Project Development Manager, Arlington VA

Program Manager, Grid Services, Houston TX

Managing Director, Development, Washington DC

Policy Lead, Buildings, Seattle WA

Environmental/Solid Waste Program Coordinator, Cincinnatti OH

Habitat for Humanity opportunities, Holland MI

Environmental Protection Specialist, Washington DC

Customer Solutions Manager, Remote

Energy Efficiency opportunities, various locations

Passive House Consultant, Toronto ON

Senior Associate – Advancing Federal Climate Opportunities, Salt Lake City UT

Energy Engineer, Electrical and Renewables, Madison WI

Communications Director, Albany NY

Clean Energy Markets Analyst, Albany NY

Several opportunities in decarbonization in Minnesota
 

The team at New Buildings Institute just posted two new positions

– A Senior Project Analyst with experience in existing building energy, carbon and cost analysis, and energy modeling for code or certification. This is a full-time remote position hiring as soon as possible.

– An experienced Office Manager/Executive Assistant to work part-time in our downtown Portland, OR office two days a week and remote the other two days. Full health and other benefits are provided!

www.NewBuildings.org