Building Enclosure Project Architect/Engineer
About The Position
Christian Wheeler Engineering is seeking a Building Enclosure Project Architect/Engineer to collaborate with clients and other professional service providers on solutions for new and existing building enclosure systems, while establishing and maintaining productive relationships with all parties. The role supports projects across a broad range of building types and performs design review, documentation, construction-phase review, site observations, and building enclosure evaluations. The position requires work indoors and outdoors, including site work in variable environmental conditions and around construction equipment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture or civil engineering from an accredited school.
- Five to ten years of related work experience.
- Professional registration in California as a Registered Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE).
- Valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance as required by state law; driving record must meet the criteria established by the company’s insurance carrier.
- Proficiency with MS Office, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam.
- Working knowledge of building enclosure systems, including below-grade and horizontal waterproofing, exterior wall systems, and window, door, and roof systems.
- Ability to read and understand construction drawings and create design details for architectural plans.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in various stages.
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks, accept direction, and contribute to a team.
- Ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism and composure.
Responsibilities
- Review and redline architectural drawings and specifications to help the design team develop complete, constructible building enclosure specifications and details.
- Prepare details and specifications for various project types.
- Review shop drawings, RFIs, and submittals for conformance with project requirements.
- Conduct on-site quality assurance observations and prepare and submit electronic daily reports.
- Evaluate building enclosure systems to help develop solutions to water intrusion.
- Prepare agendas and conduct or attend pre-construction meetings.
- Perform water testing in accordance with ASTM E1105.
- Comply with safety requirements, including company policies, on-site contractor rules, and Cal-OSHA regulations.
- Follow company policies and procedures in performing work and general conduct.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- 401(k) with company contribution and profit-sharing potential.
- Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
- Choice of medical and dental plans.
- Vision plan.
- Employee assistance program.
- Flexible spending account.
- Dependent care reimbursement account.
- Health savings account (HSA) with company match.
- Paid holidays.
- Generous paid time off policy.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
