Building Enclosure Assistant Staff Associate

ECS Ltd•Chantilly, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

ECS is seeking a Building Enclosure Assistant Staff Associate to join its Mid-Atlantic Building Science + Infrastructure team in Chantilly, Virginia. The role supports building enclosure consulting projects while developing foundational skills in field investigations, testing, technical analysis, and report preparation. The associate works with experienced consultants and multidisciplinary project teams to evaluate building envelope performance and support construction quality across a variety of facility types. The position offers hands-on field experience and technical training in a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering Architecture (NCARB), Civil (Structural) Engineering, or Architectural Engineering.
0–2 years of related experience.
Basic knowledge of building science and infrastructure principles and applications.
Basic knowledge of building materials, construction practices, and building systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Dependable, self-motivated, responsible, and detail-oriented.
Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, supervisors, and field personnel, independently and as part of a team.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds, stand for extended periods, walk on uneven terrain, and perform work at heights.
Valid driver’s license required if driving for or on behalf of an ECS subsidiary.

Nice To Haves

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
IIBEC certification such as RRC, RWC, REWC, RBEC, or CBECxP.

Responsibilities

Perform building science and infrastructure-related testing and consulting services.
Assist with specialized building enclosure testing.
Document quality assurance observations and prepare field reports of findings.
Apply basic knowledge of the International Building Code and local building codes as they relate to building enclosures.
Interact and collaborate with staff members on a variety of projects.
Attend project meetings with senior staff as requested.
Interface daily with contractors and other site personnel at project sites.
Keep the supervisor informed of changing site conditions and additional testing requests.
Prioritize tasks to satisfy project requirements, consulting with the supervisor on daily priorities.
Prepare basic technical writing and collaborate with senior staff on reports; improve writing skills under the direction of supervisors and Principal reviewers.
Work with senior staff to understand how field observations and test results relate to report findings and conclusions.
Perform other duties as assigned.