Facade Consultant

SOCOTEC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC in New York is seeking a skilled Facade Consultant to join our Building Envelope Division. You will lead facade design, detailing, and analysis, advise clients on performance and constructability, and oversee field reviews from proposal through project completion.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of building envelope experience, a degree in Architecture or Engineering, and proficiency with 2D/3D CAD.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of building envelope/enclosure project experience.
• Knowledge of architectural design theories/concepts and local codes.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Inspection certificates preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word or equivalent document tools.
• Team-oriented, detail-focused, and able to solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Facade design, detailing and analysis, plus testing, fabrication and construction administration.
• Advise architects and clients on enclosure performance, constructability and durability.
• Conduct/oversee field review and progress inspection on designated projects.
• Document and maintain well-written reports from proposal to completion.
• Ensure familiarity with local building codes.
• Advise management on project performance, status, and estimates.
• Communicate effectively with clients and management teams.
• Produce details via hand sketching and CAD (2D/3D).
• Provide cross-functional support to meet client needs and timelines.
• Break down technical needs and assist budgeting.
• Provide manpower updates and resource availability.
• Present white papers/case studies to technical teams.
• Manage staff or team and mentor others.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Facade design

Detail-oriented

Reading drawings

Communication

Problem solving

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering

Registered Architect

Professional Engineer (PE)

Masters in Architecture or Engineering preferred

Tools

CAD (2D/3D)

Job description

Description Du Poste

Company Description

About SOCOTEC

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects

SOCOTEC’s combination of expertise, experience and methods are increasingly recognized as best-in-class fueling significant growth.

SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work

Job Description

As a Facade Consultant you will be joining a team of technical experts and advisors committed to excellence and innovation within our Building Envelope Division. The ideal candidate understands commitment, contribution, development, and communication.

What you will do

• Undertake facade design, detailing and analysis, and participate in testing, fabrication and construction administration.
• Advise architects and clients on building enclosure performance, constructability, and durability.
• Conduct/oversee field review and progress inspection on designated projects.
• Document and maintain well written reports on project related activity, including progression of work from initial proposal though completion.
• Ensure familiarity with building codes in local markets.
• Advise management on related project performance\key issues, status, scheduling, effort of work and estimates for completion.
• Communicate effectively and establish relationships with clients and job-related management teams
• Produce details via hand sketching and using 2D and 3D CAD packages as required.
• Provide cross-functional support to ensure client needs and internal timelines/project activities are completed.
• Break down technical needs\deliverable; assist in managing budgetary project requirements.
• Provide manpower updates and resource availability
• Occasional presentation of white paper\case studies to technical teams
• Manage staff or team and foster training\mentoring
• Perform all other duties as assigned by your supervisor or manager

Qualifications

Your Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 plus years working with building envelope\enclosure project experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering
• Register Architect | Professional Engineer preferred
• Masters in Architecture | Engineering preferred
• Knowledge of Architectural design theories/concepts and local laws\codes
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Inspection certificates preferred
• Excellent PC computer skills and experience with Microsoft Word or suitable document writing programs
• Must demonstrate an ability to work in a dynamic team environment and proficient in problem solving.
• Ability to be detail-oriented as well as see the bigger picture

Additional Information

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Range: 85K-110K

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SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.