Senior Building Envelope Architect & Project Lead

SOCOTEC US; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC US in Irvine, California is expanding its Building Envelope services and seeks an experienced professional to lead envelope projects from design through construction. You will report to regional leadership, manage scope and budget, coordinate meetings with clients and subcontractors, produce detailed reports, and mentor field staff while supporting new business development.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of building envelope experience, CA-registered as Architect or Engineer, a

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-10 years working with building envelope project experience.
• Forensic experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering.
• Masters in Architecture or Engineering preferred.
• Registered Architect or Professional Engineer status required in California.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Excellent PC skills and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; problem solving.
• Detail-oriented while seeing the bigger picture.

Responsibilities

• Lead envelope projects across below grade, exterior wall and roof in new and existing structures.
• Manage projects and deliverables; track scope and budget with PM support.
• Lead meetings with internal teams and external managers, subs, consultants, and owners.
• Produce detailed reports and project documentation; sketch architectural details.
• Maintain updated knowledge of local building codes.
• Assess technical needs and request support as required.
• Communicate with clients and management teams effectively.
• Provide status updates on timelines and budget; assist in billing.
• Provide manpower updates and resource availability.
• Participate in corporate initiatives and process improvements.
• Assist in new proposal estimates and solicitation of new business.
• Respond to client emergencies and engage in industry outreach.
• Present in-house seminars and lunch-and-learns.
• Obtain professional certifications (AIA) for CA sign-off.
• Mentor field services team; ensure thorough site visits and reporting.
• Other duties as assigned by Regional Manager.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Read architectural drawings

Independent and team work

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering

Masters in Architecture or Engineering preferred

California-registered Architect or PE

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SOCOTEC US in Irvine, California is expanding its Building Envelope services and seeks an experienced professional to lead envelope projects from design through construction. You will report to regional leadership, manage scope and budget, coordinate meetings with clients and subcontractors, produce detailed reports, and mentor field staff while supporting new business development.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of building envelope experience, CA-registered as Architect or Engineer, a