Senior Building Enclosure Project Lead (ESOP)

ECS Group of Companies; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a Building Enclosure Senior Project Associate to join our Southeast Building Science + Infrastructure team in Little Rock, AR. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee field testing and investigations, and drive client-focused project outcomes.

The role requires 5+ years in building enclosure consulting, a civil/structural/architectural engineering background, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Architecture (NCARB).
• 5+ years of related experience with building enclosure consulting, including field investigations, testing, commissioning (BECx), design review, or forensic assessments.
• Licensure or certification in PE, RA, IIBEC (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

• Perform building science & infrastructure testing, inspections, and consulting services.
• Conduct site observations and inspections of roofing and building enclosure systems.
• Interpret drawings, figures, and site plans; perform drafting or CAD work as needed.
• Develop testing plans and perform specialized building enclosure testing.
• Interpret test results, identify deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform building enclosure investigations, forensic assessments, and commissioning (BECx).
• Perform new construction design reviews and design of repairs to existing building envelope components.
• Perform peer review of design documents, specifications, and submittals.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable building codes and standards including IBC, ASHRAE, ASTM, SMACNA, and CSI.
• Manage building science & infrastructure projects from setup through completion.
• Coordinate project teams and direct site activities with field staff, subcontractors, and senior managers.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining schedule, scope, and budget objectives.
• Prepare and review proposals, change orders, budgets, and invoices.
• Monitor project progress and communicate schedule updates, testing activities, and potential budget impacts.
• Communicate project milestones with clients and advise on significant project changes.
• Interface with clients regularly and lead project meetings and discussions.
• Present testing results, project findings, and recommendations to clients.
• Maintain and develop client relationships and support growth of the client database.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on project execution.
• Mentor junior staff and supervise field personnel performing inspections and testing.
• Coordinate staffing needs with other managers to support project execution.
• Prepare building science & infrastructure reports, perform analysis, and provide recommendations.
• Ensure reports meet professional standards for clarity, accuracy, and technical content.
• Review and approve reports prepared by junior staff prior to Principal review.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Building science

Enclosure systems

Construction practices

Project management

Client communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Civil/Structural/Architectural Eng or Architecture (NCARB)

Job description

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a Building Enclosure Senior Project Associate to join our Southeast Building Science + Infrastructure team in Little Rock, AR. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee field testing and investigations, and drive client-focused project outcomes.

The role requires 5+ years in building enclosure consulting, a civil/structural/architectural engineering background, and relevant certifications.