Building Enclosure Consultant Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Job Description:

DescriptionBuilding Enclosure Consultant We are seeking a Building Enclosure Consultant with provenexpertise in the design, analysis, and repair of buildingenclosures. You will join our team of architects and engineers,working in a multi-discipline, collaborative, and engagingteam-based environment. The ideal candidate for this position will be energetic andpassionate about design, committed to quality, engaged in team,office, and firm-wide initiatives, able to work independently andin a team environment, an enthusiastic mentor for other designstaff, and able to prioritize work.

Please note:

Employment for this position requires U.S. citizenshipand the ability to successfully pass a federal backgroundcheck.

General Responsibilities:

Technical project execution, including performing and trainingothers in hands-on field investigations; applying sound judgmentand a deep understanding of governing codes, design guidelines, andvarious building enclosure systems for analysis, detailing, andrepair design; preparing technically excellent client deliverables;and providing high-quality reviews of work by others Performing condition assessments and construction site visits,which may include documenting existing conditions, performanceevaluation, and field testing, collecting data and samples,troubleshooting details, and observing buildings underconstruction Collaboration with multi-discipline project teams, includingproviding expertise for a variety of building envelope-relatedprojects (e.g., roofing, waterproofing, curtain wall,fenestrations, troubleshooting of existing envelope systems,enclosure commissioning (BECx), and/or specialty consulting of newenclosure systems from design through construction) Authoring site visit reports, standalone technical reports, andcontributing to project basis of design documentation Review and interpretation of architectural drawings, shopdrawings, specifications, and related documents to support peerreviews and consulting activities Specifying project building enclosure commissioningrequirements Contributing to project scoping and fee proposals, maintainingproject schedules and budgets, and managing client expectations anddeliverables Mentoring and sharing knowledge with colleagues, providingquality control reviews with helpful feedback, contributing toprocess improvement and knowledge sharing sessions Education, Technology, and Experience Registered Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE) ispreferred; related professional certifications such as RegisteredRoof Consultant/Observer, Registered Exterior WallConsultant/Observer, Registered Waterproofing Consultant, andCertified Building Enclosure Commissioning Provider will beconsidered in lieu of professional licensure, with relevantexperience Bachelor’s degree or better in Architecture, ArchitecturalEngineering, Building Science, Civil Engineering, or relatedfield Minimum six years of cumulative industry experience, includingsignificant technical experience in architectural detailing ofbuilding envelope systems, roofing systems, and waterproofingsystems. This experience should include a diverse assortment ofenclosure types, materials, and interface detailing. Knowledge ofbuilding science fundamentals and advanced applications isrequired, including condensation and moisture control, air barrierdesign, materials selection, and thermal bridgingmitigation Established experience with some or all of the followingmaterials and systems: facades, curtain walls, fenestration/glazingsystems, sealants and coatings, insulation, air barriers, claddingassemblies, low-slope roofing, steep-slope roofing, below-gradewaterproofing, plaza/terrace waterproofing, traffic coatings, greenroofs Effective technical, graphical, written, and verbalcommunication skills Demonstrated competence in transitioning quickly betweenmultiple priorities while maintaining effective coworker and clientrelationships

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Bluebeam/Adobe Acrobat Candidates must be U.S. citizens. Candidates must be able to successfully pass a federal backgroundcheck as a condition of employment.

Desirable:

Simulation & Analysis Tools WUFI Pro, THERM, WINDOW Design & Modeling Revit, Rhino/Grasshopper Essential Abilities include but are not limited to thefollowing: Travel an average of 20% of the time Work may involve times outside normal working hours and onweekends Work outdoors with varying terrain and all types ofweather Stand, walk, and climb for 8+ hours a day Be able to lift 50-60 lbs Physical Requirements Work is sedentary and often performed in an office setting. Thework area is lighted, heated, and ventilated. This position mayrequire extended periods of standing, sitting, as well as somerepetitive movements, bending and lifting of minimal weight.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform essential functions. Workplace Flexibility We have selected two common days in the office to nurturecollaboration and innovation and to support learning and growththrough engagement with colleagues. We are asking everyone to bepresent on Mondays and Thursdays, with a required third day thatwill provide additional flexibility and be set between you and yoursupervisor (with consideration given to your project team membersand clients). Our hope is that this schedule will offer thework-life balance that is desired by all, while providingconsistent opportunities for face-to-face collaboration andmentorship. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals withDisabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rightspursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the notice from theDepartment of Labor.