Building Enclosure Group Manager / Principal

About the role

ECS is seeking a dynamic leader to join our Midwest Building Science & Infrastructure team in Detroit, MI. The ideal candidate will oversee operations related to building enclosure investigations, assessments, commissioning, testing, and design consulting. They will work closely with clients and multidisciplinary project teams to evaluate building envelope performance, support construction quality, and deliver practical consulting solutions across various facility types.

Responsibilities

• Develop, lead, and manage a team of engineers, architects, and project managers, fostering professional growth and technical excellence
• Oversee all operations related to Building Enclosure Consulting projects including investigations, assessments, commissioning, testing, and design consulting
• Manage projects from inception to completion, including proposal preparation, technical report reviews, and departmental P&L performance
• Drive business development by building and maintaining strong client relationships and leading marketing initiatives in this market sector
• Partner with internal recruiting team to attract, hire, and retain top talent, ensuring the group remains staffed for success

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architecture (NCARB)
• 12+ years of related experience in building enclosure consulting, including testing, commissioning (BECx), design review, or forensic assessments
• Licensed or certified in at least one of the following: Professional Engineer (P.E.), Registered Architect (R.A.), IIBEC certifications (RRC, RWC, REWC, RBEC, CBECxP), University of Wisconsin-Madison certifications (BECxP, CxA+BE)

Qualifications

• Strong technical background
• Proven leadership skills
• The drive to grow a department

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience with building enclosure consulting, testing, commissioning, and design review

Benefits

• Nationwide Building Science & Infrastructure Consulting practice
• Opportunity to lead high-profile projects with technical complexity and visibility
• Part of a growing and innovative team focused on technical excellence and client service
• Supportive work environment that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous learning
• Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits
• ECS is an employee-owned company with an Employee Stock Ownership program (ESOP)
• 401(k) with up to 4% match
• Tuition Assistance Program

Pay

Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits

Schedule

Full-time position

Contact

To apply, please visit: www.ecslimited.com