Brian Ortiz
Wylie,TX
Summary
Sustainability and resilience specialist with broad experience in architecture, urban planning, and sustainable development. Support project delivery through LEED documentation, Envision application support, building performance analysis, and cross-team coordination, backed by an MBA in Project Management.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Sustainability & Resilience Specialist
Parsons Corporation
Dallas, Texas
03.2024 - Current
Architecture & Sustainability Project Coordinator
Jacobs Engineering
Dallas, Texas
10.2016 - 03.2024
Architectural Drafter
Humphreys & Partners Architects
Dallas, TX
01.2015 - 10.2015
Architectural Intern
Kirksey Architecture Eco Services
Houston , TX
05.2014 - 01.2015
S&R Specialist
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
Newark, New Jersey
- Newark AirTrain Replacement Program, Newark, New Jersey, ongoing interdisciplinary coordination activities with the project team to assess Envision criteria, preparing Envision coversheets, collecting supporting documentation, and preparing the overall Envision application to the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure (ISI) for verification.
- Coordinated operational support activities across multiple transportation departments across airports, PATH, bridges, and tunnel departments
- Prepared reports, memos, and records adhering to Port Authority document standards for effective communication and documentation.
- Reviewed procedures to ensure compliance with agency policies and regulatory requirements, enhancing operational integrity.
S&R Specialist
Sound Transit
Kent, Washington
- Reviewed sustainability submittals during construction phase and coordinated contractor summary reporting for the LEED & Envision application to GBCI/ISI
S&R Specialist
City and County of Denver Department of Transportation and Infrastructure
Denver, Colorado
- Prepared Envision cover sheets and supporting documentation for Leadership and Natural World categories, ensuring sustainability objectives remained on track.
- Integrated client feedback into Envision credit documentation and conducted quality reviews before submitting Envision application to ISI for verification.
Sustainability Coordinator
University of Texas Hogg Memorial Auditorium
- Coordinated LEED documentation services with the project team and outside consultants to ensure compliance with standards.
- Project was awarded LEED Gold under version 4.0.
- Facilitated client meetings to discuss project goals and updates.. Updated team on LEED status for project
Sustainability Coordinator
Puerto Rico Air National Guard
- Served as Guiding Principles Compliance Professional for four National Guard projects, facilitating LEED Silver certification.
Job Captain
Anderson Air Force Base
- Coordinated architectural drawings for Anderson Air Force Base facility projects.
- Prepared permit sets and construction documents for base renovations.
- Reviewed shop drawings and submittals for compliance with project requirements.
- Coordinated and led production across all project phases.
- Ensured project compliance with environmental and sustainability standards at Anderson Air Force Base.
Sustainability Liaison
WUFI Thermal Moisture Analysis
- Analyzed heat and moisture transiency for government and commercial projects using WUFI thermal moisture software, enhancing understanding of building performance. Developed design analysis and guidelines based on moisture data, contributing to improved overall building performance.
- Coordinated communication between WUFI Thermal Moisture Analysis users and technical teams.
- Relayed building science questions about thermal and moisture analysis to subject experts.
- Scheduled meetings for WUFI Thermal Moisture Analysis project reviews and client support.
Job Captain
Hunt Medical Regional Center
Greenville, Texas
- Provided survey measurements, construction documentation, and coordinated MEP with outside consultants for 11,000+ sq. ft. post-partum medical renovation project, ensuring project alignment with design specifications.
Job Captain
Ericsson Overland Park
Overland Park, Kansas
- Office Renovation: Coordinated 50,000+ sq. ft. commercial renovation space. Took initial building survey measurements, worked through design, construction documentation, city permitting, and construction administration. Coordinated all MEP efforts with outside consultants.
Job Captain
CVS Pharmacy Warehouse
- Produced 30+ construction/permit sets for CVS Pharmacies Warehouse across multiple locations, ensuring compliance with local regulations. Surveyed 13 stores in 10 cities across Alabama, utilizing Leica 3D Laser Scanner and Autodesk Recap software to deliver accurate site assessments in a timely manner.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO02-2026
Certificate - Urban Design & Community Planning
Texas Tech University
Houston, TX12-2015
Master of Architecture (M. Arch) - Architecture
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX12-2015
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX12-2013
Skills
- LEED documentation
- Envision certification
- Sustainability assessments
- Building performance
- Construction documents
- Integrated design collaboration
- Project management
- Knowledge management
- Team collaboration
Personal Information
Title: Sustainability & Resilience Specialist
Certification
- LEED AP BD+C Accredited Professional (ID: 11001133), WELL Accredited Professional (ID: 0000044375), Envision Sustainability Professional (ID: 45780), Guiding Principles Compliance Professional, Fitwel Accredited Ambassador, Autodesk Certified Professional Revit Architecture
Accomplishments
- Presented at 2025 Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure Envision Conference
- 2026 Presenter at Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure Envision Conference
Affiliations
- City of Wylie Library Advisory Board (2022 Current)
- Construction Code Board: City of Wylie (2021 Current)
- Planning & Zoning Commissioner: City of Wylie (2020 2021)
- AIA Emerging Professional Program Class of (2022)
Software Experience
Revit | AutoCAD | Sketchup 3D | Lecia Geosystems BLK 360 Laser Scanner | Autodesk Recap & Cyclone 360 | Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, & InDesign | WUFI 6.2 Moisture Modeling Software | Insight 360 Daylight Modeling | Mural Collaboration & Bluebeam Revu x64
Timeline
Sustainability & Resilience Specialist
Parsons Corporation
03.2024 - Current
Architecture & Sustainability Project Coordinator
Jacobs Engineering
10.2016 - 03.2024
Architectural Drafter
Humphreys & Partners Architects
01.2015 - 10.2015
Architectural Intern
Kirksey Architecture Eco Services
05.2014 - 01.2015
S&R Specialist
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
S&R Specialist
Sound Transit
S&R Specialist
City and County of Denver Department of Transportation and Infrastructure
Sustainability Coordinator
University of Texas Hogg Memorial Auditorium
Sustainability Coordinator
Puerto Rico Air National Guard
Job Captain
Anderson Air Force Base
Sustainability Liaison
WUFI Thermal Moisture Analysis
Job Captain
Hunt Medical Regional Center
Job Captain
Ericsson Overland Park
Job Captain
CVS Pharmacy Warehouse
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
Colorado Technical University
Certificate - Urban Design & Community Planning
Texas Tech University
Master of Architecture (M. Arch) - Architecture
Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
Texas Tech University