Senior Building Enclosure Consultant - Field & Design Lead

SOCOTEC; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC is seeking a Building Enclosure Consultant or Senior Consultant in Redmond, WA, to join our team on a full-time basis. You will lead enclosure design, detailing, and analysis for high-performance buildings, with client-facing responsibilities and travel up to 30%.

The role requires 5–10 years in enclosure consulting, licensure preferred, strong CAD skills, and ability to manage projects and mentor staff. We offer growth in a collaborative environment across AEC disciplines.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years experience in building enclosure consulting and project management.
• Registered Architect/Licensed Engineer in WA, CA, CO, AZ, HI, TX, OR, ID, MT, UT desired.
• Experience with client relations, preparation of construction documents, bidding, and construction administration.
• Experience with quality assurance reviews of construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with detailed-level reviews of Division 07 and 08 submittal and shop drawings.
• Familiar with exterior curtain wall, window wall, glass, masonry, concrete, air-barrier, coating, sealant, and metal panel systems.
• Familiar with roofing and below-grade waterproofing systems.
• Familiar with existing building code and code requirements for remediation within the built environment.

Responsibilities

• Undertake building enclosure design, detailing and analysis, and participate in testing, fabrication and construction administration.
• Advise architects, owners, contractors, developers and property managers (clients) on building enclosure performance, constructability, and durability.
• Conduct/oversee field review and progress inspection on designated projects.
• Conduct/oversee assessment reports for existing structures including root cause analysis and repair recommendations.
• Document and maintain well written reports on project activity and progression.
• Ensure familiarity with building codes in local markets.
• Advise management on project performance, status and estimates for completion.
• Communicate effectively with clients and management teams.
• Produce details via hand sketching and using 2D/3D CAD as required.
• Provide cross-functional support to ensure client needs and internal timelines.
• Break down technical needs/deliverables; assist in managing budgetary project requirements.
• Provide manpower updates and resource availability
• Occasional presentation of white papers/case studies to technical teams
• Manage staff or team and foster training/mentoring
• Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Skills

Client relations

Project management

Communication

Budget management

Team leadership

Education

Registered Architect / Licensed Engineer

Tools

CAD (2D/3D)

Job description

SOCOTEC is seeking a Building Enclosure Consultant or Senior Consultant in Redmond, WA, to join our team on a full-time basis. You will lead enclosure design, detailing, and analysis for high-performance buildings, with client-facing responsibilities and travel up to 30%.

The role requires 5–10 years in enclosure consulting, licensure preferred, strong CAD skills, and ability to manage projects and mentor staff. We offer growth in a collaborative environment across AEC disciplines.