Building Envelope Consultant

LVI Associates; Washington; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Professional development

Hybrid work environment

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Building Envelope Consultant to join the Puget Sound team. This role blends fieldwork, technical problem-solving, client interaction, and project management across commercial, institutional, educational, healthcare, and multifamily projects.

The candidate should have a strong foundation in building envelope systems, construction documentation, and site coordination, with a flexible hybrid work setup and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, Construction Management, or related field.
• 3+ years of building envelope consulting or related experience.
• Knowledge of roofing, waterproofing, wall systems, fenestration, and building science.
• Experience with construction documents, specs, and construction administration.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform site visits and work on active construction sites.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Conduct building envelope assessments, investigations, and surveys.
• Perform field reviews and QA observations during construction.
• Review drawings, specs, shop drawings, and submittals.
• Evaluate roofing, waterproofing, walls, fenestration, and air/water barriers.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, contractors and project teams.
• Assist with forensic investigations and remediation recommendations.
• Participate in project meetings, mockups, and site visits.
• Manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality results.

Skills

Fieldwork

Project management

Client interaction

Building science

Communication

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

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, faade 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, faades, 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

Company Description

LVI Associates exists to enable exceptional careers around the world; we connect exceptional talent, with exceptional opportunities.

We believe that every professional should benefit from the advice of a trusted partner throughout their career.

We provide that partnership to mid to senior level professionals within the Energy, Environmental & Infrastructure spaces through our network of micro-specialist consultants.

Each team within LVI Associates focuses on a specialist area of Energy & Infrastructure. I specialise in sourcing and placing senior level candidates within the bridges and highway construction spaces.

Make LVI Associates your career partner; ensure your career journey is exceptional.