Entry-Level Building Enclosure Specialist

Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc.; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k) matching

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) seeks an entry-level Associate with a degree in architecture, architectural engineering, or building science to join our Washington, D.C. office.

The role involves hands-on forensic investigations, field testing, and collaboration across disciplines. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree from an NAAB/ABET accredited program, internship or research experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, architectural engineering, civil engineering, structural engineering, or building science from an NAAB or ABET accredited program.
• Solid foundation in architectural and structural engineering principles with interest in investigation, evaluation, construction, and design of modern and historic structures and materials.
• Relevant internship and/or research experience.
• Effective technical, graphical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive team player willing to take on responsibilities and work independently.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing demands with high standards of excellence and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on forensic investigations, condition assessments, and construction observations of building enclosure and materials issues, documenting distress and collecting test samples.
• Conduct field testing and gather data using digital instrumentation and imaging tools.
• Research building materials, enclosure systems, codes, standards, and design guidelines to support recommendations.
• Assist with peer reviews of new design and evaluation of enclosure systems for new construction.
• Interface with project teams, clients, contractors, and other architectural and engineering disciplines.
• Assume responsibility for key aspects of projects with limited oversight under licensed professionals.

Skills

Effective communication

Team player

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture, architectural engineering, civil engineering, structural engineering or building science (NAAB/ABET accredited)

Tools

Digital instrumentation

Imaging tools

Job description

Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) seeks an entry-level Associate with a degree in architecture, architectural engineering, or building science to join our Washington, D.C. office.

The role involves hands-on forensic investigations, field testing, and collaboration across disciplines. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree from an NAAB/ABET accredited program, internship or research experience, and strong communication skills.