Passive House Consultant

Advise architects, developers, and builders on designing and constructing Passive House certified buildings that achieve ultra-low energy consumption through superior insulation, airtightness, heat recovery ventilation, and thermal bridge-free construction. Conduct PHPP energy modelling, review building details for thermal performance, and manage Passive House certification processes. Provide training and technical support to design and construction teams on Passive House principles and best practices.

Median salary: $95,000. Projected growth to 2033: 12% (faster than average) - driven by net-zero building codes and energy efficiency mandates. Typical education: Bachelor's Degree.

At a glance

Median salary: $95,000
Entry-level: $60,000 - $78,000
Senior: $140,000+
Growth by 2033: 12% (faster than average) - driven by net-zero building codes and energy efficiency mandates
Demand: Growing
Remote: Hybrid
Hours per week: 40-50 hours/week
Stress: Low

What you'd do

People interaction: Moderate
Team vs solo: 55% Team / 45% Solo
Client facing: Frequent
Impact visibility: High

How to get there

Minimum education: Bachelor's Degree
Licensing: No
Years to mid-career: 3-5 years
Years to senior: 7-10 years
Career switching: Hard
Typical student debt: $25,000 - $55,000

Skills you'll use

Hard skills

PHPP Passive House Energy Modelling
Thermal Bridge Analysis (THERM / FLIXO)
Airtightness Testing & Blower Door Protocol
Passive House Certification Management (PHI / PHIUS)
Heat Recovery Ventilation (HRV / ERV) Design
Low-Carbon Materials & Construction Details

Soft skills

Technical Communication
Client Advisory
Attention to Detail
Analytical Thinking
Training Delivery

Technical complexity: High

Typical career path