Consultant- Building Science
About the role
At Rimkus, our Built Environment Solutions team operates on a global scale with the advantage of local expertise. Our licensed engineers, architects, and technical specialists bring deep knowledge of regional requirements and industry best practices, enabling us to deliver customized, high-quality solutions that maximize the success of our clients' investments.
We help organizations plan, build, and manage assets with confidence, integrating carbon footprint reduction, resiliency, maintainability, and long-term sustainability into everything we do. We help clients not just meet today's needs but prepare for tomorrow's challenges.
From design and pre-construction through construction, closeout, and ongoing operations, we provide tailored support at every stage. By identifying potential issues before they arise, we mitigate risks, extend asset life, and reduce costly unplanned repairs.
Whether an asset is newly constructed, leased, or purchased, our innovative solutions empower clients to operate more efficiently and sustainably. Joining Rimkus means being part of a team that's shaping the future of the built environment—one smart, resilient solution at a time.
Requirements
Position Overview: We are seeking a Building Envelope Consultant to provide technically sound solutions for existing building envelope failures and deliver innovative recommendations for new construction and rehabilitation projects. This role serves property owners, developers, contractors, and other stakeholders by evaluating building performance, designing repairs and improvements, and managing projects from investigation through construction.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete design assignments related to building upgrades, maintenance, restoration, and rehabilitation of existing structures, as well as building envelope components for new construction projects. Investigate and diagnose failures in existing building envelope systems and develop effective repair solutions. Conduct constructability reviews and third-party peer reviews of plans, specifications, and construction documents. Manage building envelope projects and multidisciplinary teams for both new and existing construction, ensuring quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) throughout project delivery. Perform failure investigations and condition assessments of commercial and residential buildings and provide litigation support when required. Research building histories, applicable codes, and regulatory requirements, including historical and current code provisions. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing schedules, budgets, and client expectations. Prepare technical reports, condition assessments, repair designs, bid documents, specifications, addenda, change orders, and related construction documentation. Conduct site visits, field observations, and construction phase services. Develop, maintain, and strengthen client relationships through exceptional service and technical expertise.
Required Skills & Abilities: Strong understanding of commercial and residential building envelope systems and appropriate material selection based on project requirements. Knowledge of the design, construction, evaluation, and repair of: Glazing systems, Cladding assemblies, Insulation systems, Air barrier systems, Roofing systems, Waterproofing systems. Ability to develop construction details and technical specifications using applicable building codes and ADA requirements. Experience researching and interpreting current and historical building codes, zoning requirements, and industry standards. Ability to assess and evaluate building performance and identify deficiencies. Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent technical writing and communication skills. Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
Required Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree or higher in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 3 years of experience in one or more of the following: Building envelope design, Building envelope investigations, Construction document preparation, Construction administration services, Building construction project management. Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit. Strong report writing skills and demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, scopes, and schedules. Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with clients, contractors, architects, engineers, and internal teams. Strong critical thinking and sound professional judgment.
Preferred Qualifications: Registered Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required. Experience with forensic investigations, expert witness support, or litigation-related projects. Experience performing condition assessments and rehabilitation design for existing structures.
Pay
The Salary Range for this position is $83,000 - $124,000 and is dependent on education, experience, location and certifications/licensure.
Schedule
Regular working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with one hour for lunch. There will be periods where overtime will be required, which the employee will need to comply with in order to meet the demands of the position.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Work From Home