Pin Board
Welcome to iPHA's Passive House Pin Board, the spot where we post jobs, positions and other opportunities that you want to share with other Passive House stakeholders.
Whether you are a firm with a Passive House relevant position to offer or are looking for a project partner, let iPHA know by writing info@passivehouse-international.org, subject line: pinboard, and we will post it here.
Job offers
RIBA PART 2 ARCHITECTURAL ASSISTANCE at LEDA Architects
Leeds West Yorkshire, UK
Exciting Opportunity for a Career in Sustainable Architecture
LEDA are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic Part 2 Architectural Assistant, (or recently qualified with 2 years of working experience post-part 2), to join our team. We are a multi-disciplinary workers’ co-operative of Building Services Engineers, Passive House Designer, and Architects, delivering integrated design solutions in tandem with specialist advice, feasibility strategies and low carbon consultancy.
People
We value our team and recently won a People Development award at the Constructing Excellence Yorkshire & Humberside Awards (CEYH2021). They said ‘LEDA’s active commitment in promoting the wellbeing of their employees shone through. They have developed a culture of inclusiveness, mutual support, skills development and democratic decision making. It’s clear LEDA is an incredible place to work.’
The LEDA team consists of experienced Chartered Engineers and RIBA Architects who will provide training and mentoring, enabling you to progress with your career.
Sustainability
Our team of designers have the vision of being the first choice for sustainable building design in the North, and we are dedicated to working collaboratively to create great buildings that respect the environment and are a joy to use. Our ethos of environmental sustainability underlies every project we undertake.
Skills and Experience
- Part 2, or recently qualified with 2 years working experience post-Part 2.
- Interest in sustainable design, particularly Passive House, and design for net-zero.
- Experience in residential, social housing, community and arts buildings preferred. Good knowledge of PHPP, preferably with a formal Passive House design qualification
- Experience in Archicad (preferred) or Revit CAD systems
- Preferred experience in Retrofit design and knowledge of PAS2035
- Interest in developing further knowledge of the above, within the context of an open co-operative work environment where both teamwork and self-initiative are encouraged
- Keen to develop new expertise in sustainable building design, working alongside building services engineers and PHPP consultants.
- An interest in learning new software and developing existing skills is a must. You will need a keen interest in energy, buildings, and creating the right working and living environments for people, as well as an interest in the nuts and bolts of how this is achieved from concept to completion.
- You will need to be resourceful, conscientious, innovative, and able to work independently. Confident communication with all levels of professionals and tradespeople is important, so good interpersonal and presentation skills are essential.
- You will also be keen to contribute to LEDA’s people-centred work environment and collaborative approach to providing the best for our clients
Salary
£25,000 – £27,000 depending on experience. Plus 6% Employer Pension Contribution, plus 30 days’ holiday. Part-time is an option. Our pay system is open and transparent, after 6 months you can become a member of the co-operative and share in any surplus profits. LEDA are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. All employees are offered flexible and/or part-time hours if desired.
How to apply
Please email a CV with a covering letter explaining why you are interested in this position. We would love to hear from you if you are considering the role, and welcome a phone call if you would like to talk about the position. We are looking for the right people, this opportunity will close when it is ?lled. Start as soon as available.
Please send a CV and a covering letter to office@leda.coop
For more information about us please see our website
Internship at the International Passive House Association International Communications
Darmstadt, Germany
Are you creative with a talent for taking technical concepts and turning them into easy-to-understand and engaging texts? Are you looking for somewhere to put your social media and communication skills to use? Then apply for an internship at the International Passive House Association (iPHA) in international communications!
iPHA is a global network of Passive House stakeholders including architects, planners, scientists, suppliers, manufacturers, contractors and property developers. It works to promote the Passive House Standard and foster a greater public understanding of its significance. Encouraging the exchange of Passive House knowledge, iPHA communicates with the media, policymakers, the general public and the entire range of construction professionals.
About the position:
- Online and print communication
- Website maintenance
- Article writing and proof-reading
- PR materials design
- Stakeholder communication
- Research
About you:
- Native English speaker – ideally with some knowledge of German
- Excellent communication/PR/marketing skills
- Available for six months or more
- Team player
- Ability to work independently
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Interest in energy efficiency and sustainability
- Interest in policy issues
Benefits:
- Flexible, international and motivating working environment
- Exposure to EU and international projects
- Support in further learning on energy efficiency in buildings topics
Are you interested in working with us in an exciting international environment? Then
please send your CV and cover letter to:
Giorgia Tzar: bewerbung@passiv.de
We look forward to receiving your application!
For job opportunities at the Passive House Institute, see here. (in German)
Job Search
Alan Vega Pasos, PhD
Alan Vega Pasos, MSc, PhD, Mexican, based in Southeast Mexico is looking for a position in the energy efficiency sector in Mexico, especially in the field of airtightness testing. In 2020 he completed his PhD in Building Technology at the University of Nottingham in the UK. The topic of his thesis was "Air infiltration modelling based on low-pressure airtightness measurements". He offers experience in airtightness testing with the blower door and also with the Pulse method (low-pressure). He has also used tracer gas methods to perform air infiltration tests. His publications include authoring an article in Building and Environment. If you are interested in finding out more, please contact iPHA about Alan's contact details.
