Senior Project Architect

ECS Ltd•Tampa, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

ECS is seeking a Building Enclosure Senior Project Architect to join its Florida Building Science + Infrastructure team in Tampa, Florida. The role manages building enclosure consulting projects and serves as a lead technical consultant on investigations, assessments, commissioning, testing, and design consulting. It works closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams to evaluate building-envelope performance, support construction quality, and deliver practical consulting solutions across a variety of facility types. This is a client-facing position involving regular interaction with clients, architects, contractors, engineers, and owners, along with responsibility for project management, technical execution, and mentorship of junior staff. The position includes performing field testing and inspections; developing testing plans; interpreting results and recommending corrective actions; carrying out investigations, forensic assessments, commissioning, design reviews, and repair design; and preparing and reviewing technical reports. The architect manages projects from setup through completion, coordinating teams and field activities while monitoring scope, schedule, and budget. The role also involves leading client meetings, presenting findings, maintaining client relationships, supporting business development, and mentoring junior staff. ECS describes its Building Science + Infrastructure practice as having more than 180 employees. The broader ECS Group of Companies has more than 3,200 employees across 125 offices and testing facilities. ECS is employee-owned and offers an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architectural Engineering or Architecture (NCARB).
At least 5 years of related experience in building enclosure consulting, including field investigations, testing, commissioning (BECx), design review, or forensic assessments.
Registered Architect (R.A.) licensure is required.
Strong knowledge of building science, building enclosure systems, and construction practices.
Strong knowledge of building codes, materials, and structural or architectural systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong project management and consulting skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and lead multidisciplinary teams.
Strong judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds multiple times per day, stand for extended periods, walk on uneven terrain, and work at heights.
Valid driver’s license is required if driving for or on behalf of an ECS subsidiary.

Nice To Haves

IIBEC certifications, such as RRC, RWC, REWC, RBEC, or CBECxP.
University of Wisconsin–Madison certifications, such as BECxP or CxA+BE.

Responsibilities

Perform building science and infrastructure testing, inspections, and consulting services.
Conduct site observations and inspections of roofing and building enclosure systems.
Interpret drawings, figures, and site plans, and perform drafting or CAD work as needed.
Develop testing plans and perform specialized building enclosure testing.
Interpret test results, identify deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions.
Perform building enclosure investigations, forensic assessments, and building enclosure commissioning (BECx).
Perform new-construction design reviews and design repairs to existing building-envelope components.
Peer review design documents, specifications, and submittals.
Maintain knowledge of applicable building codes and standards, including IBC, ASHRAE, ASTM, SMACNA, and CSI.
Manage building science and infrastructure projects from setup through completion.
Coordinate project teams and direct site activities with field staff, subcontractors, and senior managers.
Manage multiple projects while maintaining schedule, scope, and budget objectives.
Prepare and review proposals, change orders, budgets, and invoices.
Monitor project progress and communicate schedule updates, testing activities, and potential budget impacts.
Communicate project milestones to clients and advise them of significant project changes.
Interface regularly with clients and lead project meetings and discussions.
Present testing results, project findings, and recommendations to clients.
Maintain and develop client relationships and support growth of the client database.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on project execution.
Mentor junior staff and supervise field personnel performing inspections and testing.
Coordinate staffing needs with other managers to support project execution.
Prepare building science and infrastructure reports, perform analysis, and provide recommendations.
Ensure reports meet professional standards for clarity, accuracy, and technical content.
Review and approve reports prepared by junior staff before Principal review.
Perform other duties as assigned.