Building Enclosure Department Manager

ECS Group of Companies; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership program (ESOP)

401(k) with up to 4% match

Tuition Assistance Program

Performance bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is looking for a Building Enclosure Department Manager to lead the Florida team in Sarasota. This role involves managing projects related to building envelope assessments and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Civil Engineering and has over 8 years of experience in building enclosure consulting, project oversight, and leadership. ECS fosters a supportive and innovative environment, offering competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related experience with building enclosure consulting, including field investigations and design review.
• Licensed or certified as Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Registered Architect (R.A.) preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and perform work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a department focused on Building Enclosure services.
• Oversee projects involving building envelope evaluations and moisture investigations.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams.

Skills

Building enclosure consulting

Leadership

Project management

Technical report review

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

ECS is offering an exciting opportunity for a Building Enclosure Department Manager to join our Florida Building Science + Infrastructure team in Sarasota, FL. In this role, you’ll lead projects involving inspections, testing, assessments, and commissioning of building envelopes for existing structures. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality consulting solutions to a diverse range of facilities and clients. If you have a strong technical background, proven leadership skills, and the drive to grow a department, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

Leadership & Practice Growth

• Lead and grow a department focused on Building Enclosure services
• Drive strategic business development initiatives and expand ECS’s presence within the local market
• Develop and strengthen relationships with REITs, developers, property managers, insurance companies, banks, contractors, and design professionals
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of engineers, architects, inspectors, and technical staff
• Manage departmental operations, staffing, utilization, and financial performance, including P&L responsibility

Technical & Project Oversight

• Oversee projects involving:
• Building envelope and enclosure evaluations
• Roof and waterproofing assessments
• Moisture and water intrusion investigations
• Property condition assessments (PCA)
• Forensic investigations and failure analysis
• Structural evaluations and related design work
• Code compliance inspections and plan review services
• Review technical reports, proposals, scopes, and deliverables to ensure quality and consistency
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams and clients
• Support project management efforts including scheduling, budgeting, and client communication

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Architecture (NCARB), or a related field
• 8+ years of related experience with building enclosure consulting, including field investigations, testing, commissioning (BECx), design review, or forensic assessments
• Licensed or certified in at least one of the following preferred but not required:
• Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• Registered Architect (R.A.)
• IIBEC certifications (RRC, RWC, REWC, RBEC, CBECxP)
• University of Wisconsin-Madison certifications (BECxP, CxA+BE)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds multiple times per day, stand for extended periods, walk on uneven terrain, and perform work at heights.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license required if driving for or on behalf of an ECS subsidiary.

Why Join ECS

• Nationwide Building Science + Infrastructure Consulting practice made up of more than 180 employees with deep technical expertise and opportunities for collaboration across the country
• Opportunity to lead high-profile projects with technical complexity and visibility
• Be part of a growing and innovative team focused on technical excellence and client service
• Supportive work environment that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous learning
• Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits
• ECS is an employee-owned company with an Employee Stock Ownership program (ESOP)!
• 401(k) with up to 4% match
• Tuition Assistance Program
• And more!

ECS Core Values

Collaborate, Focus & Lead

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.