Building Envelope Specialist

About the role

NEXUS bec is looking for a Building Envelope Specialist or Building Envelope Engineer who can perform inspections and conditions assessments related to roofing, waterproofing, cladding, windows, facade systems, and exterior building assemblies. This role is ideal for someone with an in-depth knowledge of exterior building materials, methods, and common construction types standard to the Puget Sound region.

Building Envelope Specialists at NEXUS contribute to field projects by performing inspections, testing, assessments, and investigations.

Responsibilities

• Travel to job sites to perform conditions assessments, forensic investigations to determine failures on existing buildings, and/or site inspections of installed building envelope systems. Travel is typically within the Puget Sound Region, though further travel within Washington State and limited out-of-state travel may be requested.
• Write field reports and technical reports summarizing findings.
• Attend pre-construction and pre-installation meetings.
• Review RFIs and submittals.

Requirements

• 5+ years’ professional experience in Architectural design, Engineering, or construction.
• Intermediate knowledge of building envelope systems, roofing, waterproofing, cladding, and related assemblies.
• Dependable, knowledgeable, and reliable, with high attention to detail and initiative in work.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage time efficiently.
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with clients and team members.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
• Desired certifications: RRO/RRC, QAP, CxA+BE, BECx, certified IR Thermographer, Certified Air Barrier Tester, FAA-certified sUAS (drone) pilot.

Working Conditions

• Combines office work and field/site work.
• Comfortable with:
  • Traveling locally to project sites.
  • Climbing ladders and accessing roofs.
  • Working outdoors in varying weather.
  • Navigating elevated or confined areas as needed.
  • Preparing technical documentation and reports.
  • Lifting up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary + performance bonus.
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and sick time, plus 9 holidays.
• Costco membership reimbursements.
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement.
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance.
• Professional development support, including continuing education and tuition reimbursement.