Field Technician: Building Envelope & Exterior Cladding

SOCOTEC; Redmond; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC is seeking a Construction Field / Building Envelope Inspector in Australia with 1–3 years of experience in envelope design, inspection, and related engineering. The role involves field reviews, documentation, and coordination of installations across exterior wall components.

Travel about 50% is required; duties include drafting field directives and scopes of work, and ensuring conformance with codes and standards. Strong communication and drafting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering; Architectural, Civil, or Mechanical preferred.
• 1–3 years working with building envelope design, inspection, development and/or engineering.
• Working knowledge of current codes and standards.
• Working knowledge of waterproofing; exterior cladding; building envelope components is a plus.
• Knowledge of broad architectural design theories/concepts and specific structural theories/concepts related to exterior wall construction.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings.
• Strong written & verbal communications skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and modeling/drafting software (AutoCAD, Revit, BIM).
• Experience with Infra-Red, Wind Uplift Chamber, Air Barrier Testing, and Window Testing. Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification a plus

Responsibilities

• Understand phases of exterior wall construction projects including shop drawing, modeling, design development and construction documents.
• Conduct field review and progress inspection on designated projects.
• Field review observations may include forensic investigation and analysis of failed or defective construction.
• Track project activity with reports, documents, schedules and estimates.
• Observe below grade waterproofing, below slab vapor barriers and pipe penetrations, and window/roofing installations.
• Produce field notes on site and in the office; photograph conditions observed.
• Coordinate contractual issues and direct workers on repairs when non-conformance occurs.
• Prepare Construction Field Directives, Professional Service Agreements, and Scopes of Work.

Skills

Strong written verbal communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering (Architectural, Civil, or Mechanical preferred)

EIT Certification a plus

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Job description

SOCOTEC is seeking a Construction Field / Building Envelope Inspector in Australia with 1–3 years of experience in envelope design, inspection, and related engineering. The role involves field reviews, documentation, and coordination of installations across exterior wall components.

Travel about 50% is required; duties include drafting field directives and scopes of work, and ensuring conformance with codes and standards. Strong communication and drafting skills are essential.