Facade Consultant - Building Envelope & Performance

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

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.