Building Enclosure Senior Project Associate

ECS Ltd • Baton Rouge, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

ECS is seeking a Building Enclosure Senior Project Associate for its Southeast Building Science + Infrastructure team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The role manages building enclosure consulting projects and serves as a lead technical consultant on investigations, assessments, commissioning, testing, and design consulting. It involves close collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams to assess building-envelope performance, support construction quality, and deliver practical consulting solutions across a range of facility types. This is a client-facing position involving regular interaction with clients, architects, contractors, engineers, and owners, along with project management, technical execution, and mentorship of junior staff.

The position covers project setup through completion, including coordination of project teams and field activities, management of schedules, scope, and budgets, and preparation or review of proposals, change orders, budgets, and invoices. The associate also conducts field inspections and testing, evaluates results, provides technical recommendations, and prepares and reviews professional reports. The role requires the ability to lift up to 40 pounds multiple times per day, stand for extended periods, walk on uneven terrain, and work at heights. A valid driver’s license is required if driving for or on behalf of an ECS subsidiary.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Architecture (NCARB).
• At least 5 years of related building enclosure consulting experience, including field investigations, testing, commissioning (BECx), design review, or forensic assessments.
• Strong knowledge of building science, building enclosure systems, and construction practices.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, materials, and structural or architectural systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management and consulting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds multiple times per day, 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

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or certification; preferred but not required.
• Registered Architect (R.A.) license or certification; preferred but not required.
• IIBEC certification such as RRC, RWC, REWC, RBEC, or CBECxP; preferred but not required.
• University of Wisconsin–Madison certification such as BECxP or CxA+BE; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform building science and infrastructure testing, inspections, and consulting services.
• Conduct site observations and inspect roofing and building enclosure systems.
• Interpret drawings, figures, and site plans; perform drafting or CAD work as needed.
• Develop testing plans and conduct specialized building enclosure testing.
• Interpret test results, identify deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform building enclosure investigations, forensic assessments, and building enclosure commissioning (BECx).
• Conduct new-construction design reviews and design repairs to existing building-envelope components.
• Peer-review design documents, specifications, and submittals.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including IBC, ASHRAE, ASTM, SMACNA, and CSI.
• Manage building science and infrastructure projects from setup through completion.
• Coordinate project teams and direct site activities involving field staff, subcontractors, and senior managers.
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining schedule, scope, and budget objectives.
• Prepare and review proposals, change orders, budgets, and invoices.
• Monitor project progress and communicate schedule updates, testing activities, and potential budget impacts.
• Communicate project milestones to clients and advise them of significant project changes.
• Interface with clients regularly and lead project meetings and discussions.
• Present testing results, project findings, and recommendations to clients.
• Maintain and develop client relationships and support growth of the client database.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on project execution.
• Mentor junior staff, supervise field personnel performing inspections and testing, and coordinate staffing needs with other managers.
• Prepare building science and infrastructure reports, conduct analysis, and provide recommendations.
• Ensure reports meet professional standards for clarity, accuracy, and technical content.
• Review and approve reports prepared by junior staff before Principal review.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• 401(k) with up to 4% match.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Supportive work environment that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior