Building Enclosure Consulting Engineer

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger; New York (NY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental &amp

Job summary

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients’ most complex challenges. We leverage diverse experience and technical expertise to deliver unrivaled solutions that drive superior performance.

The Consulting Engineer will act as project manager for small to medium projects, overseeing design, investigations, and repairs for existing buildings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering or Architectural Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Registered Architect (R.A.) license required.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assisting senior staff in design, site investigations, and documentation of existing conditions.
• Investigation and remediation of building envelope malfunctions.
• Design and construction assistance to contractors and design consultation to architects.
• Component sampling of all envelope components including wall claddings, windows, roofs, skylights, flooring, plaza waterproofing and below grade elements.
• Field investigation and water leakage testing of roofing and waterproofing systems, windows, curtain walls, and other building components.
• Design of remedial repairs to existing building systems, including walls, roofs, window and curtain wall systems, and plaza waterproofing systems.
• Provides on-the-job training and mentoring to staff.
• Peer reviews of plans and specifications.
• Litigation support for projects involving all the issues discussed above.
• Assist during the construction administration phase of projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Public speaking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture/Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Registered Architect (R.A.) license required

Job description

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients’ most complex challenges. We leverage diverse experience and technical expertise to deliver unrivaled solutions that drive superior performance.

The Consulting Engineer will act as project manager for small to medium projects, overseeing design, investigations, and repairs for existing buildings.