Building Enclosure Associate – Field & Project Support

ECS Group of Companies; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Building Enclosure Staff Associate to join our Mid-Atlantic Building Science + Infrastructure team. You will support testing, inspections, and consulting related to building enclosure systems under guidance from senior staff.

This entry-level role emphasizes learning drawings, CAD drafting, and developing project management skills while working with clients, contractors, and project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering or Architecture (NCARB).
• 1+ year of related experience required.
• Certifications may be required depending on the type of testing performed. The following certifications would go a long way: Engineer-in-Training (EIT); IIBEC certifications (RRC, RWC, REWC, RBEC, CBECxP)

Responsibilities

• Support building science & infrastructure related testing, inspections, and consulting services.
• Conduct site observations and inspections of roofing and building enclosure systems with guidance from senior staff.
• Learn to interpret drawings, figures, and site plans; assist with drafting or CAD work when needed.
• Assist with specialized building enclosure testing and development of testing protocols.
• Document site observations and prepare field reports describing findings and conditions.
• Assist with analysis of field observations and testing results to support project conclusions.
• Develop familiarity with building codes and standards including IBC and local codes related to building enclosure systems.
• Support project setup and implementation under supervision.
• Assist with management of building science & infrastructure projects while developing project management skills.
• Assist with preparation of proposals, invoices, and documentation for project budgets.
• Communicate project updates and site observations with supervisors and project teams.
• Prioritize tasks with guidance from supervisors to meet project deadlines.
• Interact with contractors and site personnel during project site visits.
• Attend project meetings with senior staff and assist with addressing technical or administrative issues.
• Collaborate with staff members on a variety of projects.
• Begin developing client relationships and maintain regular communication with project teams.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering or Architecture (NCARB)

1+ year of related experience

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Dependable, self-motivated, responsible, and detail-oriented

Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, supervisors, and field personnel both independently and as part of a team

Tools

CAD

AutoCAD

Job description

ECS Group of Companies in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Building Enclosure Staff Associate to join our Mid-Atlantic Building Science + Infrastructure team. You will support testing, inspections, and consulting related to building enclosure systems under guidance from senior staff.

This entry-level role emphasizes learning drawings, CAD drafting, and developing project management skills while working with clients, contractors, and project teams.