Consultant – Building Envelope / Facade Performance

SOCOTEC • Atlanta, TX

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

SOCOTEC is seeking a motivated Consultant to support a Senior Managing Director in resolving client issues involving facades, watertightness, moisture intrusion, and mold in real estate assets. This early-career opportunity is intended for a professional with an architecture or engineering background who wants to develop technical expertise in building envelope performance and forensic consulting while contributing to high-impact client engagements.

The role includes supporting site visits and field investigations, assessing building envelope conditions, reviewing design and construction documents, analyzing building science data, and contributing to root-cause investigations. The Consultant prepares technical reports and repair or remediation recommendations under senior guidance, collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, and communicates with clients as needed. The position requires managing multiple tasks with limited day-to-day supervision and keeping leadership informed. The schedule is four days a week in the office with one hybrid/remote day, with travel for site visits as required.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of relevant professional experience with a facade consultant or manufacturer, architectural firm, building envelope firm, engineering firm, or similar organization.
• Degree in Architecture, Structural Engineering, Mechanical/HVAC Engineering, or a related field.
• Genuine interest in building envelope performance, watertightness, moisture control, and mold-related issues in real estate.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to produce clear, client-ready technical reports.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities with limited supervision, while knowing when to escalate issues.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel for site visits and field investigations as required.

Nice To Haves

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) status.
• Background as an architect or as a facade, structural, or HVAC engineer.
• Prior exposure to forensic or consulting engagements involving building envelope failures, water intrusion, or mold remediation.
• Familiarity with relevant building codes and standards, such as ASTM and local building codes, related to facades and moisture control.

Responsibilities

• Assist in investigating, diagnosing, and resolving facade, building envelope, watertightness, moisture, and mold-related issues for real estate clients.
• Support site visits, field investigations, and visual or physical assessments of building envelope conditions, including facades, cladding, windows, and roofing interfaces.
• Review architectural, structural, and MEP/HVAC drawings and specifications to identify design or construction deficiencies contributing to moisture or envelope failures.
• Analyze building science data, including moisture readings, thermal imaging, and water testing results, and contribute to root-cause analysis.
• Prepare technical reports, findings summaries, and repair or remediation recommendations under the guidance of the Senior Managing Director.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including architects, structural engineers, HVAC engineers, and facade specialists.
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information, clarify issues, and present findings as needed.
• Stay current on building codes, industry standards, and best practices related to building envelope design and moisture management.
• Manage multiple projects and tasks with limited day-to-day supervision, keeping leadership informed of progress and issues.

Benefits

• Mentorship and direct collaboration with senior leadership on high-visibility client engagements.
• Exposure to a broad range of real estate asset types and building envelope challenges.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development toward licensure or certification.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

What This Job Offers

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