Building Envelope Inspector

SOCOTEC•Naples, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects. SOCOTEC’s combination of expertise, experience and methods are increasingly recognized as best-in-class fueling significant growth. SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®. This position will report to a Principal or designee level staff member within our Building Envelope division and will involve a variety of general functions, including but not limited to: Understand exterior wall construction project phases including but not limited to shop drawing, modeling, design development and construction documents Conduct field reviews and perform progress inspections on designated projects, which may include inspections conducted from the exterior of buildings utilizing suspended scaffolds, ladders, boom lifts, scissor lifts, and other elevated access equipment, as required. Document and maintain well written reports on project related activity Ensure familiarity with building codes in local markets Advise Project manager on status, scheduling, effort of work and estimates for completion Communicate effectively and establish strong working relationships with clients and project-related management teams. Inspectors are expected to remain reasonably accessible via phone, email, or text outside of regular business hours to respond to urgent job site requests, including but not limited to emergency site visits, active leak investigations, weather-related events, or other time-sensitive conditions that may require immediate attention. Providing cross-functional support to ensure client needs and internal timelines/project activities are completed Maintain detailed documents and progression of work from initial proposal through completion Present project related technical information to clients and design teams Occasional presentation of white paper\case studies to technical teams Attend in-house seminars and scheduled team meetings Maintain established utilization levels Support junior technicians or entry level staff Carry equipment up to 50 pounds Perform all duties as assigned by your manager

Requirements

Minimum of 1-3 years working with building envelope design, inspection, development and/or engineering
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Architectural, Civil, or Mechanical preferred)
Knowledge of broad architectural design theories/concepts and specific structural theories/concepts related to exterior wall construction
Experience using measurement devices
Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Excellent PC computer skills and experience with Microsoft Word or suitable document writing programs
Must demonstrate an ability to work in a dynamic team environment, to think outside the box, and solve complex problems
Ability to be detail-oriented as well as see the bigger picture

Nice To Haves

Engineer in Training (EIT) certification preferred, or Engineering Intern (EI) designation in accordance with the Florida Board of Professional Engineers.
Minimum 10 hour OSHA certification preferred
ICC certifications preferred

Responsibilities

Understand exterior wall construction project phases including but not limited to shop drawing, modeling, design development and construction documents
Conduct field reviews and perform progress inspections on designated projects, which may include inspections conducted from the exterior of buildings utilizing suspended scaffolds, ladders, boom lifts, scissor lifts, and other elevated access equipment, as required.
Document and maintain well written reports on project related activity
Ensure familiarity with building codes in local markets
Advise Project manager on status, scheduling, effort of work and estimates for completion
Communicate effectively and establish strong working relationships with clients and project-related management teams.
Remain reasonably accessible via phone, email, or text outside of regular business hours to respond to urgent job site requests, including but not limited to emergency site visits, active leak investigations, weather-related events, or other time-sensitive conditions that may require immediate attention.
Providing cross-functional support to ensure client needs and internal timelines/project activities are completed
Maintain detailed documents and progression of work from initial proposal through completion
Present project related technical information to clients and design teams
Occasional presentation of white paper\case studies to technical teams
Attend in-house seminars and scheduled team meetings
Maintain established utilization levels
Support junior technicians or entry level staff
Carry equipment up to 50 pounds
Perform all duties as assigned by your manager