Principal Building Science Consultant Enclosures Leader

Rimkus Consulting Group; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

Retirement plan (401k)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Family leave

Disability insurance

Training & development

Job summary

Rimkus Consulting Group in Jersey City, NJ seeks a Principal Consultant, Building Science to lead complex building envelope projects, provide technical oversight, and grow the practice within the region.

The role requires a strong business development acumen, RA/PE licensure, and 10+ years of relevant experience. Expect diverse engagements across roofing, waterproofing, facades, and enclosure systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building Science, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in building envelope consulting, building science, restoration design, forensic investigation, or building enclosure engineering.
• RA or PE licensure is required.
• Experience leading complex projects and managing client relationships.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and enclosure analysis tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical leader and SME for building science, enclosure, restoration, and forensic projects.
• Lead investigations into building envelope failures, water intrusion, and facade issues.
• Develop repair strategies, restoration designs, specifications, and construction documents.
• Perform condition assessments, due diligence, and reserve studies.
• Manage multiple projects with budgets, schedules, and client communications.
• Provide QA/QC oversight of reports, drawings, and specs.
• Review and seal documents in line with licensing requirements.
• Direct construction administration, site observations, and contractor coordination.
• Provide technical consultation for insurance claims and disputes when required.
• Research building codes and regulatory requirements; stay current with standards.
• Develop proposals, scopes, budgets, and fee estimates for prospective work.
• Cultivate and grow client relationships for repeat business.
• Support business development through networking and marketing activities.

Skills

Building science

Building enclosure

Project leadership

Client relationship management

QA/QC oversight

Due diligence evaluations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture / Engineering / Building Science

Professional RA or PE licensure

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Enclosure analysis tools

Job description

Rimkus Consulting Group in Jersey City, NJ seeks a Principal Consultant, Building Science to lead complex building envelope projects, provide technical oversight, and grow the practice within the region.

The role requires a strong business development acumen, RA/PE licensure, and 10+ years of relevant experience. Expect diverse engagements across roofing, waterproofing, facades, and enclosure systems.