Building Enclosure Group Manager / Principal

ECS Group of Companies; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Competitive compensation

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies seeks a dynamic leader to join the Midwest Building Science & Infrastructure team in Indianapolis, IN. You will oversee building enclosure investigations, assessments, commissioning, testing, and design consulting, collaborating with clients and multidisciplinary project teams to evaluate performance and deliver practical solutions.

The role requires a strong technical background, proven leadership skills, and a drive to grow a department by mentoring staff, guiding

Qualifications

• 12+ years of related experience in building enclosure consulting, including testing, commissioning (BECx), design review, or forensic assessments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, lead, and manage a team of engineers, architects and project managers, fostering professional growth and technical excellence
• Oversee all operations related to Building Enclosure Consulting projects including investigations, assessments, commissioning, testing, and design consulting
• Manage projects from inception to completion, including proposal preparation, technical report reviews, and departmental P&L performance
• Drive business development by building and maintaining strong client relationships and leading marketing initiatives in this market sector
• Partner with internal recruiting team to attract, hire, and retain top talent, ensuring the group remains staffed for success

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relations

Business development

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil/Architectural/Structural Engineering or Architecture

Job description

ECS is offering an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader to join our Midwest Building Science & Infrastructure team in Indianapolis, IN. In this role, you’ll oversee operations related to building enclosure investigations, assessments, commissioning, testing, and design consulting. You will work closely with clients and multidisciplinary project teams to evaluate building envelope performance, support construction quality, and deliver practical consulting solutions across a variety of facility types. 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

• Develop, lead, and manage a team of engineers, architects and project managers, fostering professional growth and technical excellence
• Oversee all operations related to Building Enclosure Consulting projects including investigations, assessments, commissioning, testing, and design consulting
• Manage projects from inception to completion, including proposal preparation, technical report reviews, and departmental P&L performance
• Drive business development by building and maintaining strong client relationships and leading marketing initiatives in this market sector
• Partner with internal recruiting team to attract, hire, and retain top talent, ensuring the group remains staffed for success

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architecture (NCARB).
• 12+ years of related experience in building enclosure consulting, including testing, commissioning (BECx), design review, or forensic assessments.
• Licensed or certified in at least one of the following:
• Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• Registered Architect (R.A.)
• IIBEC certifications (RRC, RWC, REWC, RBEC, CBECxP)
• University of Wisconsin-Madison certifications (BECxP, CxA+BE)

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 Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

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