Enclosure Group Lead & Principal — Building Science

ECS Group of Companies; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Competitive benefits

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Detroit, MI seeks a dynamic leader to head the Midwest Building Science & Infrastructure team. You will oversee enclosure investigations, assessments, commissioning, testing, and design consulting while working with clients and cross‑functional teams to deliver practical solutions across facility types.

Applicants should have 12+ years of related experience and be licensed or certified (P.E., R.A., IIBEC, BECxP/CxA+BE).

Qualifications

• 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: P.E., R.A., IIBEC certifications, BECxP, CxA+BE.

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

Team leadership

Project management

Business development

Client relations

Recruiting

Technical leadership

Education

Civil/Architectural Engineering degree

Master's degree preferred

P.E. licensure

R.A. licensure

IIBEC certifications (RRC, RWC, REWC, RBEC, CBECxP)

BECxP / CxA+BE certifications

Job description

ECS Group of Companies in Detroit, MI seeks a dynamic leader to head the Midwest Building Science & Infrastructure team. You will oversee enclosure investigations, assessments, commissioning, testing, and design consulting while working with clients and cross‑functional teams to deliver practical solutions across facility types.

Applicants should have 12+ years of related experience and be licensed or certified (P.E., R.A., IIBEC, BECxP/CxA+BE).