Building Envelope Field Specialist

Engineering Consulting Service; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Competitive salary

Job summary

ECS is seeking a Building Enclosure Project Associate to join our Mid-Atlantic Building Science & Infrastructure team in Roanoke, VA. In this role, you will support building enclosure consulting projects through field investigations, testing, technical analysis, and report preparation.

You will collaborate with experienced consultants and multidisciplinary project teams to evaluate building envelope performance, support construction quality, and deliver practical solutions for clients across a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Architecture (NCARB) or a related field.
• 2+ years of related experience with building enclosure consulting, including field investigations, testing, commissioning (BECx), design review, or forensic assessments.
• Licensure or certification preferred: PE (P.E.), RA (Registered Architect), IIBEC certifications (RRC, RWC, REWC, RBEC, CBECxP), or UW–Madison BECxP/CxA BE.

Responsibilities

• Perform building science & infrastructure related testing, inspections, and consulting services.
• Conduct site observations and inspections of roofing and building enclosure systems.
• Interpret drawings, figures, and site plans; assist with drafting or CAD work when needed.
• Perform building enclosure testing and assist with development of testing protocols and test plans.
• Interpret test results, identify deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist with forensic assessments, commissioning activities, and building enclosure investigations.
• Assist with design reviews, repair design for existing building envelope components, and peer review of specifications and submittals.
• Maintain familiarity with building codes and standards including IBC, ASHRAE, ASTM, and CSI.

Skills

Building science

Enclosure systems

Construction practices

Building codes

Communication

Education

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

Tools

CAD

Job description

ECS is seeking a Building Enclosure Project Associate to join our Mid-Atlantic Building Science & Infrastructure team in Roanoke, VA. In this role, you will support building enclosure consulting projects through field investigations, testing, technical analysis, and report preparation.

You will collaborate with experienced consultants and multidisciplinary project teams to evaluate building envelope performance, support construction quality, and deliver practical solutions for clients across a