Enclosure Consultant/ Project Manager - Diagnostics
About The Position
The Enclosure Consultant/Project Manager designs new building enclosure systems and repairs for existing systems, and reviews enclosure systems for new construction, renovation, and restoration projects. The role investigates the service life and performance of building enclosure assemblies, including air infiltration, rainwater control, heat transfer, and vapor transmission. It also involves building performance analysis of daylighting, solar heat gain, thermal energy transfer, and integration of the enclosure with mechanical, lighting, and plumbing systems. The qualified individual leads projects with internal consultants, supports Senior Project Managers, performs project management duties, and works with clients, architects, contractors, sub-consultants, and repair contractors. The work includes field investigations and testing, enclosure modeling and analysis, repair and design development, construction documentation, and observation of repair or design installation. The position is hybrid, combining in-office and home-office work; candidates must be able to commute to or periodically travel to the affiliated office.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of prior experience in building restoration, parking rehabilitation, renovation, building enclosure issues, and/or forensic consulting.
- Experience with CADD and building performance modeling software.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to mentor and lead junior staff, build partnerships, and collaborate with others to meet shared objectives.
- Strong time-management skills and ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated career growth, including experience working on design teams for a variety of project types.
- Strong client-service attitude and ability to multitask and accomplish multiple priorities.
- Ability to commute to or periodically travel to the affiliated office.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
- PE, RA, or MSFE credentials (U.S. roles only).
- Experience with WINDOW, THERM, Tekla, or Grasshopper.
Responsibilities
- Design new enclosure systems and repairs for existing enclosure systems.
- Review enclosure systems for new construction, renovation, and restoration projects.
- Investigate and determine the service life of building enclosure assemblies.
- Assess enclosure performance, including air infiltration, rainwater control, heat transfer, and vapor transmission.
- Analyze daylighting, solar heat gain, thermal energy transfer, and integration of the enclosure with building mechanical, lighting, and plumbing systems.
- Lead projects with a team of internal consultants and assist Senior Project Managers with project tasks.
- Perform project management duties.
- Facilitate client meetings and prepare technical presentations for client meetings.
- Prepare proposals for new project pursuits.
- Review enclosure details and specifications prepared by other consultants.
- Work with architects and contractors to develop high-performance details.
- Research building codes and industry standards.
- Write assessment reports.
- Perform field investigations, including water leakage investigations and non-destructive testing; travel is required.
- Model enclosure assemblies using different software.
- Analyze proposed repair and design options.
- Design and draft repair drawings and details.
- Prepare construction documents, including repair drawings and specifications.
- Observe construction and installation of repairs and designs in the field, including quality assurance testing.
- Prepare site visit reports and meeting minutes.
- Interact with project clients, sub-consultants, and repair contractors.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefit packages.
- Hybrid work options, including in-office and home-office environments, offering flexibility and work-life integration.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
