Senior Building Envelope Consultant

Thomas Young Group; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Gym membership

Growth opportunities

Direct access to ownership

Job summary

The Thomas Young Group is seeking an experienced Building Enclosure Consultant to lead design for new construction and rehabilitation projects in Seattle. You will manage complex enclosure scopes from early design through construction and serve as the main client contact on assigned projects.

Join a small, independently owned consultancy known for strong technical work and a collaborative culture. Expect mentoring responsibilities and opportunities to shape internal standards while delivering

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in building enclosure consulting, building science, or a related field.
• Strong enclosure design experience, including details, assemblies, and performance analysis.
• Experience supporting projects in the design phase, not only investigations or assessments.
• Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or a related discipline.
• PE, SE, or RA licensure, or the ability to obtain it.
• Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in mentoring and working collaboratively with a team.
• Ability to work in the office initially to build relationships, with flexibility once established.

Responsibilities

• Leading enclosure design for new construction and rehabilitation projects, including details, assemblies, and performance strategies.
• Managing complex building envelope scopes from early design through construction.
• Performing site visits, investigations, field reviews, and installation observations.
• Preparing clear, well written technical reports, drawings, and design documentation.
• Serving as a primary point of contact for clients on assigned projects.
• Mentoring junior and mid-level consultants and reviewing their work.
• Contributing to internal standards, tools, and technical development.
• Playing an active role in a culture focused on learning, collaboration, and quality work.

Skills

Enclosure design

Mentoring

Client communication

Team collaboration

Site investigations

Written reports

Education

Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering degree

Job description

This is a small building enclosure consultancy that has built a strong reputation by staying focused on the work and the people doing it. With around 35 staff across Seattle and Portland, the firm remains independently owned and closely led. Consultants have direct access to ownership and are trusted to take responsibility for their work. They are known for technically sound enclosure design and investigation work, with a work culture that is professional, practical, and collaborative.

What you'll be doing:

Leading enclosure design for new construction and rehabilitation projects, including details, assemblies, and performance strategies

Managing complex building envelope scopes from early design through construction

Performing site visits, investigations, field reviews, and installation observations

Preparing clear, well written technical reports, drawings, and design documentation

Serving as a primary point of contact for clients on assigned projects

Mentoring junior and mid-level consultants and reviewing their work

Contributing to internal standards, tools, and technical development

Playing an active role in a culture focused on learning, collaboration, and quality work

What we're looking for:

7+ years of experience in building enclosure consulting, building science, or a related field

Strong enclosure design experience, including details, assemblies, and performance analysis

Experience supporting projects in the design phase, not only investigations or assessments

Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or a related discipline

PE, SE, or RA licensure, or the ability to obtain it

Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills

Interest in mentoring and working collaboratively with a team

Ability to work in the office initially to build relationships, with flexibility once established

More reasons to apply:

One of the few remaining independent enclosure consultancies in the region

A leadership structure that allows direct communication with ownership

Relaxed, respectful culture that trusts people to do good work

Full medical, dental, and vision coverage, including paid coverage for children

Wellness program with a paid gym membership

Opportunities for continued growth, both technically and as a leader