Building Envelope Consultant
On-siteEducationFull-time
Responsibilities
- Performing professional tier onsite building envelope consulting and diagnostic assessments, moisture intrusion surveys, failure investigations, coating condition assessments, and paint and building repair QA inspections;
- Coordinating with peers and external consulting engineering firms and commercial building owners to gain insight and determine root cause of problems identified;
- Exploring client needs, verifying understanding of their needs, and preparing responsive proposals that provide solutions to building envelope and moisture intrusion problems;
- Preparing written technical reports based on the field assessments including scopes of work, specifications, and recommendations for remediation of building/coatings issues, with minimal guidance;
- Effectively coordinating building inspection staff and reviewing their reports and client deliverables for accuracy;
- Managing project assignments on time, on scope, and within budget in conformance with KTA’s scope of services and corporate quality standards;
- Supporting and progressively leading business development initiatives, including client relationship management, identification of new service opportunities, proposal strategy, and contributing to the long-term growth and leadership succession of the department.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (or specialized experience) in Architecture, Building Science, Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline;
- Technical experience in the application of building science principles and a strong understanding of commercial building maintenance and remodel strategies and determining cause(s) of moisture intrusion;
- Experience with Microsoft Office products (Excel and Word), reading and taking measurements, blueprint reading, and mathematically inclined;
- AutoCad and Bluebeam Proficiency – preferred;
- Professional engineering or architectural license – ideal;
- Ability to travel throughout the U.S. (30-50% expected), valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation;
- Registered Roof Observer (RRO), Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) coatings credentials, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) credentials – desired;
- Physical requirements: Ability to hear, speak, smell; vision (close, distance, color, depth, ability to adjust focus); ability to climb and work from heights, safely lift 50 pounds, work outside, and walk on uneven ground or terrain.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (or specialized experience) in Architecture, Building Science, Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline;
- Technical experience in the application of building science principles and a strong understanding of commercial building maintenance and remodel strategies and determining cause(s) of moisture intrusion;
- Experience with Microsoft Office products (Excel and Word), reading and taking measurements, blueprint reading, and mathematically inclined;
- AutoCad and Bluebeam Proficiency – preferred;
- Professional engineering or architectural license – ideal;
- Ability to travel throughout the U.S. (30-50% expected), valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation;
- Registered Roof Observer (RRO), Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) coatings credentials, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) credentials – desired;
- Physical requirements: Ability to hear, speak, smell; vision (close, distance, color, depth, ability to adjust focus); ability to climb and work from heights, safely lift 50 pounds, work outside, and walk on uneven ground or terrain.
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
- Detail-oriented and organized;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Excel and Word);
- Skilled in reading and taking measurements, blueprint reading, and mathematically inclined;
- Proficient in AutoCad and Bluebeam;
- Knowledgeable about building science principles and commercial building maintenance strategies;
- Ability to identify and address causes of moisture intrusion in buildings.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and benefits package;
- Proudly 100% employee-owned company;
- Equal Opportunity Employer;
- Compliance with various laws and regulations including the Family and Medical Leave Act, Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision, and E-Verify participation notice.
Pay
- Details about pay structure not specified.
Schedule
- Details about schedule not specified.
Links
- KTA's Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement;
- Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal;
- The Family and Medical Leave Act;
- Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision;
- Notice of E-Verify Participation.