Work Inspired.

Company: CR-Building Performance Specialists, GBC (CR-BPS)

Location: Work from home in MN, WI, ND, SD & IA; Corporate Office Minneapolis, MN

Salary: Full Time / Competitive Salary

About CR-BPS: At CR-BPS, you will be empowered to envision and develop your career in a collaborative and flexible workplace environment with supportive teammates. CR-BPS provides architectural, engineering, and building science services in Minnesota and surrounding states. The CR-BPS team specializes in three core service areas: (1) Facility/Site Asset Management, (2) Building Science, and (3) Design – High-Performance Architecture. We provide services to local, state, and federal governments; universities; tribal agencies; and private clients. Our multi-disciplinary team is dedicated to ecological stewardship through sound building science and practices a data-driven, integrated design and whole-systems analysis approach. Thus, every recommendation, plan, design, and solution will bring our clients closer to net-positive buildings, ensuring long-term sustainability for our communities. Buildings are meant to perform. Visit us at www.cr-bps.com to learn more.

TO APPLY:
Send cover letter and resume to: information@cr-bps.com
Email subject line to read: Building Science Consultant – applicant’s last name

POSITION SUMMARY:
CR-BPS is seeking a Building Science Consultant to join our growing team. This individual will be responsible for maintaining and expanding CR-BPS’s Building Science services through Energy Analysis & Commissioning and Forensics/Diagnostics. This role will be customized to suit the experience of the selected candidate, so while the minimum requirements are listed those with additional experience are still encouraged to apply. This position offers tremendous growth opportunity.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Energy Analysis & Commissioning
  • Design document review
  • Construction coordination
  • Air and water performance testing
  • Field observation
  • Occupancy and post-occupancy commissioning
  • Testing, Monitoring, and Verification
  • Client relationship management with new and existing clients
• Forensics/Diagnostics
  • Review of project documents
  • Evaluation of design concept
  • Determination of service history
  • Inspection
  • Investigative testing
  • Analysis
  • Report generation

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s, Associates, or technical degree in Building Science, Architecture, Engineering, or related field
• Additional Certifications (or interest in attaining):
  • HERS Rater
  • BECx (Building Envelope Commissioner)
  • LEED Accredited Professional
  • Energy Star Multifamily New Construction Rater

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working in the building science, architectural, or construction industry OR education relating to those fields
• Ability to learn CAD Software (REVIT, Sketchup) and Microsoft Office Suite
• An interest in the science behind what makes buildings work

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

5+ Years experience working in the building science, architectural, or construction industry

Proficient ability in CAD Software (REVIT, Sketchup) and Microsoft Office Suite

Successful experience working with/for local, state, and/or federal governments

OFFICE REQUIREMENTS:

Must work from, manage, and operate a personal office in MN, WI, ND, SD IA

• Work collaboratively with a remote team in Minnesota and Wisconsin
• Ability to communicate effectively via phone/web/email/video conference for meetings, brainstorm sessions, project collaboration, project deliverables, mentorship, and check-ins with clients and team.
• Must have access to:
  • A reliable motor vehicle
  • A PC computer that is a laptop/portable and is a 2020 or later model with large hard drive storage
  • Cell phone with high-quality reception
  • High-speed internet
  • Printer/Scanner/Copier

CR-BPS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Company: CR-Building Performance Specialists, GBC (CR-BPS)

Location: Work from home in MN, WI, ND, SD & IA | Corporate Office: Minneapolis, MN

Salary: Full Time / Competitive Salary

To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to information@cr-bps.com | Subject line: Architect Biz Dev Lead – Applicant’s Last Name

WHY WE EXIST

We believe we have a responsibility to future generations to ensure built environments adapt, survive, and thrive in a changing world. That belief is not a tagline. It drives every project we take on, every service we offer, and every person we invite onto our team. We are not in the business of checking boxes or meeting minimum code. We are in the business of making buildings perform – for the people inside them, for the communities around them, and for the generations that will inherit them. If you have spent your career frustrated by the gap between what buildings could be and what they typically are – if you are energized by the idea that data, science, and thoughtful engineering can close that gap – then you already understand why CR-BPS exists. We are not looking for someone who needs a job. We are looking for someone who shares a belief – and wants to build something meaningful around it.

ABOUT THE ROLE:
CR-BPS is seeking an Architect & Business Development Lead to serve as both a technical leader and a driver of company growth. This role is at the heart of our practice — you will collaborate on and lead high-performance design projects, mentor our team, and actively develop new client relationships and market opportunities across all four of CR-BPS’s core service areas: High Performance Building Design, Facility/Site Asset Management, Mechanical Design, and Building Science.

You are the right person for this role if you are:

• A licensed architect with deep expertise in high-performance and sustainable design
• Energized by business development — you enjoy building relationships and bringing in new work
• A natural team leader who elevates others while staying close to the technical work
• Passionate about building science, energy performance, and the future of the built environment
• Motivated by a genuine belief that buildings have a responsibility to perform – for the people inside them, for the communities around them, and for the generations that will inherit them

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Business Development

• Serve as a primary business development driver for CR-BPS, actively identifying, pursuing, and closing new client engagements across all service areas
• Build and maintain a strong external presence through industry relationships, networking, conference participation, and thought leadership
• Develop and manage a pipeline of prospective clients; lead proposals, presentations, and contract negotiations
• Maintain and grow relationships with existing clients to generate repeat and referral business
• Identify emerging market opportunities and help position CR-BPS for strategic growth

Company Growth & Strategy:

• Actively participate in the overall growth of CR-BPS’s four core service areas: High Performance Building Design, High Performance Mechanical Design, Facility/Site Asset Management, and Building Science.
• Collaborate with leadership to define and execute on market expansion goals
• Represent CR-BPS at industry events, trade organizations (including Phius), and public forums to elevate brand visibility
• Actively leverage CR-BPS’s small business certifications as competitive differentiators in public sector and government pursuits
• Contribute to the development of new service offerings and internal capacity-building initiatives

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Lead, collaborate with and mentor architectural technicians and support staff; provide day-to-day guidance and professional development support
• Serve as Team Lead for CR-BPS’s Phius and High-Performance Design projects
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture that reflects the company’s values
• Conduct regular code and quality reviews to ensure technical excellence across all project deliverables

Technical Architecture & Project Delivery

• Act as a licensed Architect and High-Performance Design expert on existing and new projects
• Conduct Project Management tasks for assigned projects across all phases: Assessment/Audit, Planning, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Administration, Occupancy/Post-Occupancy, and Testing/Monitoring/Verification
• Lead development of project specifications, technical documentation, and design solutions
• Perform quality control review of architectural drawings, specifications, and reports produced by the team
• Provide support for assessment services, including Facility Condition Assessments, Building Diagnostics, Energy Audits, and Design Recommendations
• Provide support for energy audit services, building testing, and forensics

Client & Reporting

• Manage client relationships throughout the project lifecycle — from pursuit through post-occupancy
• Prepare and deliver compelling reports, presentations, and data visualizations to clients
• Ensure client satisfaction and proactively address concerns or opportunities on active engagements Research & Innovation
• Maintain ongoing research into advancements in sustainable building science practices and high-performance design methods
• Market and promote CR-BPS’s Phius certification services and related high-performance design capabilities
• Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing and help develop standards and best practices

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed Architect (NCARB Certified)
• Demonstrated experience in high-performance building design and/or building science
• Proven track record in business development — experience bringing in and growing client accounts
• Strong project management skills with experience leading projects across all phases
• Experience with Phius certification or passive house standards (preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including client presentations and report writing
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop a technical team
• Comfort operating in a fast-growing, entrepreneurial firm environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with Phius certification, CPHC, or passive house design standards
• Experience working with public sector clients: government agencies, school districts, or municipalities
• Familiarity with building enclosure commissioning (BECx), energy auditing, or facility condition assessment work
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, or similar BIM/CAD tools

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A leadership role with real influence over company direction and growth
• Competitive compensation including base salary and performance-based incentives tied to company success
• A collaborative team culture focused on meaningful, high-impact work
• 4 weeks paid time off + 8 paid holidays annually; Minnesota FMLA coverage included
• Opportunities to shape CR-BPS’s future across all four core service areas
• Flexible remote work environment with home office support and flexible hours; 40 hours per week expected