Architect

MKA International, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

ESOP participation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

MKA International, Inc. is seeking a mid-to-senior level licensed Architect to join their team in Seattle, WA. This role involves performing forensic investigations on building envelope failures and diagnosing issues to provide remediation solutions. Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture, be a Washington Licensed Architect, and possess a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.

This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $100k to $165k and includes benefits such as a generous 401K match and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of architectural experience in design or construction understanding.
• Understanding of heat, air, and moisture control principles.
• Familiarity with national building and construction codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform forensic investigations of building envelope failures.
• Diagnose building envelope system failures and recommend solutions.
• Document as-built conditions and damage due to natural events.

Skills

Forensic investigations

Building code knowledge

Project management

Client communication

Troubleshooting failures

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science in Architecture

Washington Licensed Architect

Job description

Overview

We are seeking to add a highly-motivated mid-to-senior level licensed Architect to our team of multi-disciplinary consultants. The individual will have knowledge in the behavior of building enclosures and their components for use in forensic analyses relating to residential, commercial, industrial facilities, marine and inland structures. Experience in performing failure cause & origin analysis on building systems, authoring technical reports, and construction litigation is desired. Building envelope types include, but are not limited to, cladding, wall enclosures, roofing systems, and fenestration components.

Responsibilities

• Perform forensic investigations of building envelope failures.
• Diagnose failures in building envelope systems and recommend solutions for remediation of those failures.
• Field work to document as-built conditions and damage to building systems as a result of natural (wind, water, fire, earth movement, etc.) and/or human induced origins (design and construction errors/omissions). Natural events can include large catastrophes such as regional floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, fires and earthquakes.
• Utilize building codes, technical knowledge, and understanding of construction practices to establish repair scope recommendations as well as cause and origin analyses.
• Evaluate design drawings and documentation.
• Communicate with clients, interface with code officials and contractors to address construction issues to provide detailed reports.
• Manage multiple project assignments, executing them on time and within budget.
• Retention and development of client relationships.
• Willing to travel, as needed, on short notice at times.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited program required.
• Washington Licensed Architect through NCARB’s ARE examination. Multiple state registrations (or ability to obtain) a plus.
• Minimum 10 Years Architectural experience in design or other background that promotes an understanding of building construction.
• Experience in property loss and construction defects a plus.
• Knowledge of national building and construction codes (IBC, IRC, IEBC, etc.).
• Understanding of heat, air and moisture control principles within enclosure materials and assemblies.
• Familiarity with performance and testing requirements, details and specifications for building enclosures.
• Familiarity with façade components and assemblies, particularly at their interfaces.
• Understanding of material selection as it relates to long-term durability and performance of building enclosures.
• Field experience. Must be able to physically carry and climb ladders for roof access, as well as navigate steep-slope roofing up to 6:12. Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in providing Litigation Support including Expert Testimony at Depositions and/or Trial, Mediation or Arbitration proceedings, a plus.
• Registered Roof Observer (RRO) and Registered Roof Consultant (RRC) designations are a plus.

Compensation: $100k – $165k

MKA offers a competitive salary (commensurate with experience) and benefits program including a generous 401K match, ESOP participation, medical, dental, vision, and paid vacation.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and have a good driving record.