Principal Consultant- Architectural Engineering

Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Job summary

Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc in New York is seeking a Principal Consultant- Architectural Engineering to manage complex restoration and consulting projects for building envelope systems. The position requires strong technical expertise and over 15 years of experience in the field.

The ideal candidate will maintain excellent client relationships and ensure compliance with company standards. This role offers a competitive salary of $130,000 - $195,000, a comprehensive benefits package including health care and a retirement plan, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting and documenting existing facades, roofing systems, and waterproofing.
• High level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver complex restoration and consulting projects.
• Design restoration solutions for building envelopes.
• Conduct field inspections and document restoration work.

Skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, architecture, or related field

15+ years of experience with building envelopes

Job description

Overview

As an experienced and knowledgeable consultant, the Principal Consultant- Architectural Engineering serves as the project manager for complex assignments within their region, with a focus on building envelope systems. This role requires independent judgment, strong technical expertise, and a client-focused mindset to deliver high-quality solutions. The Principal Consultant maintains excellent client relationships, ensures compliance with company standards and procedures, and plays a key role in business development and practice growth.

What You'll Do

• Manage and deliver complex restoration and consulting projects with minimal supervision
• Design restoration solutions for building envelopes, including facades, roofs, and waterproofing systems
• Conduct field inspections and document restoration work in progress
• Lead by example and foster a positive, professional work environment
• Complete assignments within your area of professional expertise
• Assist with preparing proposals, scopes of work, and project approaches
• Ensure reports, proposals, and other deliverables meet company standards and are properly signed and sealed
• Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction by responding quickly to client concerns and resolving issues effectively
• Support marketing and business development efforts, including maintaining and growing an existing book of business
• Review draft invoices prior to final submission
• Meet service expectations, including a guaranteed two-day turnaround for deliverables
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

• Demonstrated experience inspecting and documenting existing facades, roofing systems, and waterproofing
• Strong critical thinking, judgment, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities

Required Education, Experience & Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, architecture, or a related technical field (advanced degree preferred)
• 15+ years of experience with building envelopes, including restoration, consulting, and forensics
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) license

The Salary Range for this position is $130,000 - $195,000 and is dependent on education, experience, location and certifications/licensure.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, AND TRAVEL

Physical Demands - Work will be performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (i.e., Client's office, industrial, construction, and/or residential sites). Employee is frequently required to stand, sit, climb ladders, bend, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and drive a motor vehicle to job sites. Employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employee must be attentive, focused, and alert when conducting site inspections, speaking, and interacting with clients, preparing drawings and written reports. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary.

Overtime - This position is classified as salaried with an exempt FLSA status. Regular working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with one hour for lunch. There will be periods where overtime will be required, which the employee will need to comply with in order to meet the demands of the position.

Travel Requirements

• 10% Overnight travel
• 50% In office
• 50% In field

Additional Information

We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement! (www.rimkus.com)

Rimkus is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home