stok

Stok is seeking a Sustainability Project Manager to join our Portfolio Sustainability Strategy Team. We are looking for an experienced consultant to manage various sustainable buildings portfolio programs, including third-party green and healthy building certifications of new and existing commercial real estate portfolios, as well as bespoke sustainability standards, and broader sustainability strategy and portfolio-level efforts. As a consultant at Stok, you will make positive environmental impact on iconic buildings and portfolios, and work with some of the most forward-thinking companies in the world. Ideal candidates have a strong background in building science, sustainable design and operational practices, green and healthy building rating systems (LEED BD+C, LEED ID+C, WELL, Fitwel, LBC), and sustainable business and strategy. 

AT STOK, WE SEEK CULTURE ADD, NOT CULTURE FIT. OUR VALUES-ALIGNED TEAM MEMBERS: 

• Craft innovative ideas and have a say in how the company they work for operates. Stok believes that power and money do not belong in the same sentence and has built self-management and distributive governance into our organizational structure so that every team member has a platform to share input on policies and procedures. 
• Strive for a better way to do business and create a positive impact through their work. Stok believes in business as a force for good and is a certified B Corp, which demonstrates our commitment to maximizing social and environmental impacts, in addition to profit. 
• Give back in a meaningful way. Stok gives 2% of all proceeds to the causes we believe in and supports local vendors and fellow B Corps wherever possible. 
• Advocate for a level playing field. Stok cares about our people and has intentionally baked social justice into our operating practices, which we hold ourselves accountable to through our International Living Future Institute JUST Label. 

The world needs companies like Stok now more than ever. And Stok needs you! 

ROLE DESCRIPTION 

• Support strategic and portfolio-wide sustainability efforts, including but not limited to, developing and implementing corporate sustainability roadmaps, customized design, construction, and operations sustainability standards; goal setting, strategic initiative development, and tracking progress and success for a client’s real estate; and broader ESG program alignment. 
• Act on behalf of clients as their embedded sustainability partner, recommending strategic pathways forward to achieve their corporate commitments, actively listening to problems and identifying solutions to appease diverse stakeholder groups, and aiding in decision-making. 
• Oversee consultants, and in some cases self-manage, in all aspects of New Construction and Tenant Improvement project certification process (e.g. LEED, WELL, Fitwel) including setting sustainability goals, leading project team meetings, issuing scorecard updates, performing drawing and specification reviews, and overseeing credit documentation and formal submission to certification entity. 
• Develop tools and resources to support implementing, tracking, and monitoring sustainability initiatives (standards, policies, tracking tools, dashboards, etc.) 
• Advise on design, construction, and operations decisions to align real estate sustainability goals with Owner’s carbon, ESG, and sustainability commitments. 
• Research sustainable building materials for compliance with relevant health and sustainability trends and support in the development and implementation of healthy materials programs across portfolios. 
• Establish and maintain effective client relationships, dedicating a portion of your time to strategic long-term engagements, including the option to become an embedded consultant on key accounts. 
• Set and manage project expectations. 
• Effectively deliver project scopes within budget allocated. 
• Manage multiple projects at once in various stages of design, construction, and/or operations. 
• Design and manage project scopes, budgets, and timelines for typical projects, supporting business development and account management growth opportunities. 
• Manage and develop team members with effective delegation and feedback; lead by example by being approachable and organized, working out loud, and using effective communication and positive reinforcement.
• Participates in recruitment and advancement of team members.
• Attend seminars, networking events, workshops, and conferences to stay informed on innovative industry trends. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 4-6+ years of relevant experience 
• Bachelors’ degree in a field related to Environmental Studies, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management 
• LEED AP 
• WELL AP 
• 2+ years of relevant experience managing and leading sustainable strategy; demonstration of turning developed action plans into implemented strategies and measurable results 
• 3+ years of relevant LEED BD+C, ID+C, O+M project experience; managing certification across dedicated portfolios a plus 
• Knowledge of the Living Building Challenge 
• Knowledge of Fitwel and WELL 
• Embed experience within a client organization a plus 
• Ability to read and interpret design documents, including Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Landscape, and Civil plan sets and specifications 
• Knowledge of Construction Specification Institute (CSI) format 
• ESG and carbon strategy experience a plus 
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office 365 suite and Google suite 
• An innate attention to detail 
• A team player that gets the job done and sees no task as too small 
• Thrives on building and managing relationships with clients as well as team members 
• Able and eager to start and complete projects independently, with minimal oversight 
• Experience and interest in thought leadership activities a plus 
• A passion for sustainability and climate action 

HOW WE SUPPORT YOU 

At Stok, we want you to bring your whole self to work, which is why we have created a total rewards package which allows you to do just that. 

Family is important. You can’t be your best self without knowing that your family is getting what they need to thrive, which is why Stok offers its Team Members: 

• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision benefits for every Team Member. We also provide 70% paid medical coverage for your dependents. 
• Paid parental leave, so you can focus on your family during one of the most important times in your life. 
• Life and AD&D insurance, because we all like to get out there and have fun, but sometimes accidents happen, and you still need to provide for your family. 
• Dog-friendly office, so your furry family members don’t have to stay at home alone. 

Autonomy is structured into Stok’s culture by design. You want to work at stok because you are passionate about boldly catalyzing an environmentally restorative and socially equitable world, and you value self-management practices for how you show up for your role. That’s why we offer: 

• Flexible work schedules. Work + Life integration sometimes means you need a day to work in your PJs from home. 
• Flexible Personal Time Off We provide a guaranteed 13 paid holidays and 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) but don’t cap the amount time you can take off. We are all fellow travelers and know taking time for ourselves is healthy and fosters growth. We trust you to ensure expectations for your role are met, so take time off when you need it. 
• Social and Environmental Justice are critical to our mission, so we bake them into everything we do. 
• The world’s first fossil fuel-free and gun-free 401(k) plan so you can invest in a future you believe in. 
• Paid volunteer time each year to give you time to give back to your community and the causes that matter most to you! 

BONUS BENEFITS 

• Transparent, objective, merit-based compensation and profit distribution policies 
• Up to 40 hours of paid Learning & Development time to support your personal and professional growth 
• $750 annual professional development stipend 
• Pre-tax commuter benefits 
• Cell phone reimbursement 
• Personal company credit card 
• Annual National Park pass 

This role can be in based in one of Stok’s office locations: San Francisco, CA, San Diego, CA, or Denver, CO. 

Comp: $72k-$108k