Senior Building Envelope & Roofing Consultant

SOCOTEC US; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC US is seeking a Senior Building Envelope/Roofing Specialist in Fort Lauderdale, FL to lead design, detailing and analysis of building envelope systems. The role emphasizes testing, documentation and collaboration with architects and clients to ensure performance and durability across projects.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience in roofing and building envelope work, with strong shop drawing review skills, and a PE/RA or relevant certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering.
• 5+ years building envelope/roofing experience (new and replacement).
• Strong ability to review shop drawings and develop replacement scopes.
• PE/RA preferred but not required; RRO/RRC certifications strongly preferred for non-PE/RA.
• Knowledge of architectural design concepts and local codes.

Responsibilities

• Undertake building envelope/roofing design, detailing and analysis; participate in testing, fabrication and construction administration.
• Advise architects and clients on envelope performance, constructability and durability.
• Review exterior wall construction and roofing project phases including shop drawing reviews and submittals.
• Develop comprehensive roof replacement scopes of work for new construction and replacements.
• Manage projects and deliverables; oversee field reviews and progress inspections.
• Document and maintain well written reports on project activity and communicate with clients.

Skills

Building envelope

Roofing design

Shop drawing review

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

2D/3D CAD

MS Word

Job description

SOCOTEC US is seeking a Senior Building Envelope/Roofing Specialist in Fort Lauderdale, FL to lead design, detailing and analysis of building envelope systems. The role emphasizes testing, documentation and collaboration with architects and clients to ensure performance and durability across projects.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience in roofing and building envelope work, with strong shop drawing review skills, and a PE/RA or relevant certifications preferred.