Building Enclosure Testing Leader

SME•Plymouth, MI

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

A building enclosure testing leader is responsible for overseeing the testing and evaluation of building enclosure systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and building codes. This position requires an individual with a strong technical background in building science, as well as hands-on experience with various enclosure testing methods. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a team, performing assessments, and ensuring the integrity and performance of building enclosures, such as exterior walls, roofs, windows, and doors.

Requirements

Minimum five (5) years experience performing and observing building enclosure testing.
As minimum, a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, Construction Management, Building Science, or related field.
Technical experience with various building enclosure elements such as: facades, curtain walls, fenestrations, glazing systems, sealants and coatings, insulation, air barriers, weather barriers, cladding assemblies, low-slope roofing, below-grade waterproofing, and plaza/terrace waterproofing, etc.
Familiar with testing standards such as: AAMA 501.2 Quality Assurance and Diagnostic Water Leakage Field Check of Installed Storefronts, Curtain Walls and Sloped Glazing Systems ASTM E1105 Standard Test Method for Field Determination of Water Penetration of Installed Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls, by Uniform or Cyclic Static Air Pressure Difference ASTM E1186 Standard Practices for Air Leakage Site Detection in Building Envelopes and Air Barrier Systems ABAA T0002 Standard Test Method for Pull-Off Strength of Adhered Air and Water Resistive Barriers Using an Adhesion Tester ASTM D8231 Standard Practice for the Use of a Low Voltage Electronic Scanning System for Detecting and Locating Breaches in Roofing and Waterproofing Membranes.
Excellent technical, written, graphical and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work overtime, including weekends on an as-needed basis.
Ability to travel daily, shared company vehicle provided. Some overnight travel may be required.
A valid driver’s license (good driving record) is required.
Ability to lift 50+ pounds, stand for long periods of time, work from heights, work in tight spaces and inclement weather.
Experience working with elevated platforms, such as ladders, pipe-scaffolding, boom-lifts, and suspended scaffolding.
Willingness to operate aerial lifts such as boom-lifts and suspended scaffolding, training will be provided.
Computer skills: ability to effectively use Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to learn new concepts and adapt to challenges.
Ability to work in an efficient and organized manner independently and with a team.
Medically fit to use personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Previous consulting firm experience.
Experience reading and understanding drawings, specifications, and testing standards.
Experience with Bluebeam Revu.

Responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate the execution of building enclosure testing, including air barrio, water infiltration, thermal performance, and other specialty testing.
Assist field staff while on site with logistics such as building chambers, leak diagnostics, and general troubleshooting.
Assist field staff in preparing project deliverables such as reports.
Mentor a team of technicians, providing guidance, training, and support.
Ensure testing procedures are compliant with relevant codes, standards, and best practices.
Coordinate testing services with project managers.
Provide project coordination including planning, scheduling, execution, and reporting.
Productively interacting with client representatives and contractors.
Computer skills, ability to effectively use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Safely use specialty equipment and hand tools such as circular saws, drills, and hammers.
Performing other duties as assigned which may include performing building conditions assessments, leak investigations, non-destructive testing, etc.