Field Technician-Building Enclosure

SOCOTEC; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC is seeking a Building Envelope / Exterior Wall Inspector in Redmond, WA. You will perform field reviews, inspections, and forensic analysis to support high-performance building projects.

You will track activity, document findings, and draft scopes of work and agreements to ensure quality installations. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering and 1–3 years of relevant experience, with travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering (Architectural, Civil, or Mechanical preferred).
• 1–3 years experience with building envelope design, inspection, development or engineering.
• Knowledge of current codes and standards; ability to read architectural drawings.
• MS Office proficiency; experience with modeling/drafting software (AutoCAD, Revit, BIM).
• EIT Certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Understand exterior wall construction phases, including shop drawings and CDs.
• Conduct field reviews and progress inspections on designated projects.
• Draft field directives, service agreements, and scopes of work.
• Record observations with reports, photos, and schedules; coordinate issues.
• Direct repairs when non-conformance occurs and supervise site crews.

Skills

Written & verbal communication

Field inspection

Project tracking & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Job description

• Compensation: USD 85,000 - USD 115,000 - yearly

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.

Job Description

Our work relates to exterior building design, from below grade to roof tops.Additionally, this position requires the ability to recognize any potential constructability or installations issues that might require modification to typical installation design.

What you will do:

• Understand phases of exterior wall construction projects including but not limited to shop drawing, modeling, design development and construction documents.
• Conduct field review and progress inspection on designated projects.
• Field review observations will also include, at times, detailed forensic investigation and analysis of failed or defective construction.
• Track project activity by maintaining well written reports, detailed documents, schedules, effort of work and estimates.
• Observations of new or as built construction may include aspects of the following:
  • Below grade waterproofing
  • Below slab vapor barriers and pipe penetrations
  • Observation prior to installation of Shotcrete walls
  • Observation of building cladding; Vinyl siding, stucco, EIFS, masonry
  • Observation of window applications - installation and inspections
  • Observation of roofing components - before, during and after roofing applications
  • Produce field notes on site, and in the office
  • Photograph all conditions observed during above mentioned inspections
  • Coordinate contractual issues
  • Direct workers to perform repairs when non-conformance occurs
  • Draft Construction Field Directives
  • Draft Professional Service Agreements
  • Draft Scopes of Work
  • Minimal direction to administrative personnel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering (Architectural, Civil, or Mechanical preferred)
• Minimum 1-3 years working with building envelope design, inspection, development and/or engineering.
• Working knowledge of current codes and standards
• Working knowledge of waterproofing; exterior cladding; building envelope components is a plus
• Knowledge of broad architectural design theories/concepts and specific structural theories/concepts related to exterior wall construction.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings.
• Strong written & verbal communications skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and modeling/drafting software (AutoCAD, Revit, BIM
• Experience with Infra-Red, Wind Uplift Chamber, Air Barrier Testing, and Window Testing.Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification a plus

Additional Information

Position requires about 50% travel

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.