Building Envelope Field Engineer
About The Position
NOVA Engineering is seeking a Building Envelope Field Engineer for our Kennesaw, GA headquarters. Primary duties will include: Performance testing of roofing, waterproofing, window and curtainwall systems and other building components on new construction and existing facilities. Testing is generally in accordance with various ASTM, AAMA, TAS and ANSI standards. Forensic evaluations and investigations on building enclosure and roof components suffering performance issues and suspected of failing. Quality assurance site inspections relative to building enclosure and roof components to verify conformance with construction documents, manufacturer, and industry standards. Review of construction documents including architectural drawings, shop drawings, submittals relative to the building enclosure. Write technical reports documenting testing and observations performed. Some in-state overnight travel may be required and occasional out of state overnight travel. The position will be predominately field located.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution, or an equivalent international degree with NCEES credential evaluation, is required.
- Adept at reading and understanding plans & specifications.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, as report writing is part of the position.
- Technically competent in effectively communicating with others (both orally and written).
- Organizational and time management skills.
- Valid State Driver’s license with clean driving record
Nice To Haves
- Experience with building enclosure systems such as wall claddings, windows, curtain wall systems, roofs and waterproofing.
- Certified in operation of boom lifts or willingness to become certified.
- Registered Roof Observer (RRO) certification is preferred
Responsibilities
- Performance testing of roofing, waterproofing, window and curtainwall systems and other building components on new construction and existing facilities.
- Testing is generally in accordance with various ASTM, AAMA, TAS and ANSI standards.
- Forensic evaluations and investigations on building enclosure and roof components suffering performance issues and suspected of failing.
- Quality assurance site inspections relative to building enclosure and roof components to verify conformance with construction documents, manufacturer, and industry standards.
- Review of construction documents including architectural drawings, shop drawings, submittals relative to the building enclosure.
- Write technical reports documenting testing and observations performed.
Benefits
- Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
- Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
- Certification reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Company-observed paid holidays
- Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
- Company paid short term disability coverage
- Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
- 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
- Wellness program with incentives
- Employee Assistance Program
- Use of take-home Company Vehicle for daily travel to work sites
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
