Building Envelope Consultant

LVI Associates; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work environment

Professional development and licensure

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Building Envelope Consultant to join our Puget Sound team in the Tacoma area. The role blends fieldwork, technical problem-solving, client interaction, and project management on diverse projects including existing buildings, new construction, and forensic investigations.

The position offers a flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities to collaborate with architects, contractors, owners, and design teams across commercial, institutional, educational,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, Construction Management, or related field.
• 3+ years of building envelope consulting or related discipline.
• Knowledge of roofing, waterproofing, wall systems, façades, and building science principles.
• Experience with construction documents, specifications, and construction administration.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform site visits, climb ladders, and work on active construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Conduct building envelope assessments, investigations, and condition surveys
• Perform field reviews and construction-phase quality assurance observations
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and product submittals
• Evaluate roofing, waterproofing, cladding, fenestration, and air/water barrier systems
• Prepare technical reports, field observation reports, and recommendations
• Support enclosure testing activities, including water infiltration and air barrier testing
• Coordinate with owners, architects, contractors, and project teams
• Assist with forensic investigations and remediation recommendations
• Participate in project meetings, mockups, and construction site visits
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality deliverables

Skills

Building envelope consulting

Site visits

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

A growing building enclosure consulting firm is seeking a Building Envelope Consultant to join its team in the Puget Sound region. This position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects involving existing buildings, new construction, forensic investigations, façade assessments, roofing systems, waterproofing, and construction-phase services.

The ideal candidate enjoys a balance of fieldwork, technical problem-solving, client interaction, and project management. This role provides exposure to architects, contractors, building owners, and design teams across a wide range of commercial, institutional, educational, healthcare, and multifamily projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct building envelope assessments, investigations, and condition surveys
• Perform field reviews and construction-phase quality assurance observations
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and product submittals
• Evaluate roofing, waterproofing, cladding, fenestration, and air/water barrier systems
• Prepare technical reports, field observation reports, and recommendations
• Support enclosure testing activities, including water infiltration and air barrier testing
• Coordinate with owners, architects, contractors, and project teams
• Assist with forensic investigations and remediation recommendations
• Participate in project meetings, mockups, and construction site visits
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality deliverables

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, Construction Management, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in building envelope consulting, architecture, engineering, construction, or a related discipline
• Knowledge of roofing, waterproofing, wall systems, windows, façades, and building science principles
• Experience with construction documents, specifications, and construction administration
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to perform site visits, climb ladders, and work on active construction sites
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and related industry software

Preferred Qualifications

• PE, SE, RA, RRO, RBEC, BECxP, or other industry certifications
• Experience with ASTM, AAMA, or building enclosure testing protocols
• Project management experience
• Existing client-facing or business development exposure
• Experience with forensic investigations and restoration projects

What We're Looking For

• Someone who is technically curious and enjoys solving complex building enclosure challenges
• A collaborative professional who values mentorship and teamwork
• An individual who takes pride in delivering high-quality work and building long-term client relationships
• A consultant interested in long-term career growth within the building envelope industry

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Professional development and licensure support
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced building enclosure professionals on a wide variety of projects

If you are interested in building science, forensic consulting, enclosure investigations, and delivering practical solutions that help clients protect and enhance their assets, we encourage you to apply.