Building Envelope Project Consultant

Nova Engineering and Environmental • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

NOVA Engineering is seeking a Building Enclosure Project Consultant to join our Facilities group in the Raleigh , NC metropolitan statistical area. We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a positive attitude, be a team player and have a strong work ethic. Primary duties will include: Conduct visual building enclosure system surveys, moisture surveys, pre-design surveys and property condition assessments. Performance of forensic evaluations and investigations on building enclosure and roof components suffering performance issues and suspected of failing. Performance of field 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. Review of construction documents including architectural drawings, shop drawings, submittals relative to the building enclosure. Performance of quality assurance site inspections relative to building enclosure and roof components to verify conformance with construction documents, manufacturer and industry standards. Preparation of technical reports documenting investigative results, testing and observations performed. Some occasional in-state and out of state overnight travel. Essential Functions: For this position the employee will be providing consulting, forensic/quality control field testing and inspection duties for commercial, retail, educational, multi-family, low to high-rise and manufacturing type structures for the public and private sectors. Successful candidates will have related consulting and field experience and a strong understanding of various construction types with an emphasis on building enclosure components, and knowledge of standards within the construction industry. Knowledge of engineering and consulting principles and general business practices is also required.

Requirements

• 3+ years consulting experience in one of the following; Building Enclosure, Structures and/or Property Condition Assessments.
• Technical knowledge of building construction.
• Adept at reading and understanding plans & specifications.
• Higher education degree in applicable/related field, preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications.

Nice To Haves

• IIBEC certification such as: Registered Roof Observer (RRO), Registered Exterior Wall Observer (REWO), or similar certifications
• 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.
• Remedial design experience relating to the Building Enclosure/Roof is a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual building enclosure system surveys, moisture surveys, pre-design surveys and property condition assessments.
• Performance of forensic evaluations and investigations on building enclosure and roof components suffering performance issues and suspected of failing.
• Performance of field testing of roofing, waterproofing, window and curtainwall systems and other building components on new construction and existing facilities.
• Review of construction documents including architectural drawings, shop drawings, submittals relative to the building enclosure.
• Performance of quality assurance site inspections relative to building enclosure and roof components to verify conformance with construction documents, manufacturer and industry standards.
• Preparation of technical reports documenting investigative results, testing and observations performed.
• Providing consulting, forensic/quality control field testing and inspection duties for commercial, retail, educational, multi-family, low to high-rise and manufacturing type structures for the public and private sectors.

Benefits

• Use of take-home Company Vehicle for daily travel to work sites
• 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

What This Job Offers

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