Building Envelope Technician

LVI Associates; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Building Envelope Technician to support field inspections of roofing, façades, waterproofing and exterior wall systems across the Southeast.

You will document conditions, assist with building condition assessments, and collaborate with engineers and architects on QA/QC reviews and field reporting. Willingness to travel and valid driver’s license required for site visits.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of commercial construction experience.
• Experience coordinating with multiple trades on construction sites.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections of roofing, façade, waterproofing, and exterior wall systems
• Document existing conditions and construction progress
• Support QA/QC reviews on active construction projects
• Perform site observations and detailed field reporting
• Assist with building condition assessments and property evaluations
• Support water intrusion investigations and building performance testing
• Work closely with experienced consultants, architects, and engineers
• Review construction work for compliance with plans and specifications

Skills

Field inspections

Documentation

QA/QC

Site observations

Job description

Building Envelope Technician

Atlanta, GA

Launch a Career in Building Envelope Consulting

Are you someone who enjoys being out in the field, solving problems, inspecting construction work, and understanding how buildings actually perform?

A well-established building envelope consulting firm is looking for a Building Envelope Technician to support inspections, assessments, and field investigations on commercial, institutional, educational, and government facilities across the Southeast.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 2-4 years of commercial construction experience who wants to build a long-term career within the growing building envelope industry.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Conduct field inspections of roofing, façade, waterproofing, and exterior wall systems
• Document existing conditions and construction progress
• Support QA/QC reviews on active construction projects
• Perform site observations and detailed field reporting
• Assist with building condition assessments and property evaluations
• Support water intrusion investigations and building performance testing
• Work closely with experienced consultants, architects, and engineers
• Review construction work for compliance with plans and specifications

What We’re Looking For

• 2-4 years of experience in commercial construction
• Experience working on construction sites and coordinating with multiple trades
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
• Comfortable climbing ladders, accessing roofs, and performing field investigations
• Ability to communicate professionally with contractors, owners, and project teams
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites

The following would be considered a plus:

• Restoration experience
• Roofing experience
• Waterproofing experience
• Façade or exterior wall experience
• Building inspection experience
• QA/QC, commissioning, or punch-list experience

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Building envelope consulting is a highly specialized field focused on evaluating and improving the performance of roofs, walls, windows, waterproofing systems, and other enclosure components.

This role offers:

• Direct mentorship from industry experts
• Hands-on field experience and technical training
• Exposure to complex building investigations and diagnostic work
• A clear path into the building envelope consulting profession
• Opportunities to develop expertise in roofing, waterproofing, façades, restoration, and building science
• Diverse projects across commercial, education, healthcare, government, and institutional sectors
• Long-term career growth within a highly sought-after specialty

What Sets This Opportunity Apart?

If you're looking to move beyond traditional construction and develop a specialist skill set, this role provides exposure to forensic investigations, building diagnostics, enclosure testing, restoration consulting, and building science. You'll gain hands-on experience with some of the most critical components of commercial buildings while learning from experienced industry professionals.

Whether your goal is to become a senior technician, consultant, or recognized building envelope specialist, this position offers a strong foundation for long-term career growth in a niche and growing sector of the AEC industry.