Principal - Building Envelope

Metric Geo; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Geo seeks a seasoned Principal Building Enclosure Consultant to lead a diverse portfolio of enclosure projects across Florida, including public and private sectors. The role emphasizes client relationships, technical direction, and mentoring of junior staff in both field and office settings.

Responsibilities include conducting field investigations, testing, and forensic evaluations, reviewing drawings and specifications, and ensuring QA/QC across engagements.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of building enclosure, roofing/waterproofing consulting, or forensics experience.
• Strong knowledge of enclosure systems and building construction practices.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead field investigations, testing, inspections and forensic evaluations of enclosure systems.
• Manage client relationships and provide technical direction to staff.
• Review drawings, specifications and submittals related to enclosure systems.
• Oversee QA/QC and project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Mentor junior and mid-level consultants and support business development.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Reading drawings

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/architectural/building science

Job description

A firm is seeking a seasoned Principal Building Enclosure Consultant to lead a diverse portfolio of commercial, educational, retail, multi-family, manufacturing, and institutional projects across Florida, spanning both public and private sectors.

Role Overview

This position leads field investigations, testing, inspections, forensic evaluations, and consulting on building enclosure systems, roofing, waterproofing, windows, and exterior wall assemblies - with primary responsibility for client relationships, technical direction, and mentoring of junior and mid-level staff across field and office settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead visual enclosure assessments, moisture surveys, pre-design investigations, and property condition assessments
• Direct forensic evaluations of enclosure/roofing systems showing distress, water intrusion, or performance deficiencies
• Oversee field testing of roofing, waterproofing, fenestration, and curtain wall systems per ASTM/AAMA/TAS/ANSI standards
• Review and approve architectural drawings, specifications, and submittals related to enclosure systems
• Lead QA observations and site inspections, ensuring conformance with contract documents and industry best practices
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget; oversee QA/QC across engagements
• Serve as primary client liaison and support business development efforts
• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level consultants

Qualifications

• Active, clean P.E. in Texas (or R.A.)
• 15+ years' experience in building enclosure, roofing/waterproofing consulting, forensic investigation, or related work
• Strong knowledge of building construction practices and enclosure systems
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, plans, and specifications
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or building science preferred
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage client relationships

Preferred

• Extensive experience with remedial design and repair recommendations
• Deep familiarity with ASTM/AAMA/FM/ANSI/TAS standards
• Established reputation as a technical expert/consultant within the industry