Senior Building Science & Enclosure Consultant

Rimkus; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Rimkus in Jersey City, NJ seeks an experienced Principal Consultant, Building Science to lead building enclosure projects, provide technical oversight, and grow the practice regionally. You will manage high-value investigations, develop repair designs, and mentor junior staff while ensuring client satisfaction and profitability.

Responsibilities include leading investigations of water intrusion, facade deterioration, roofing failures, and climate-related durability issues; delivering

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of commercial and residential building enclosure systems and their performance characteristics.
• Experience evaluating, designing, and rehabilitating roofing, waterproofing, exterior walls, curtain walls, and air/vapor barrier systems.
• Strong report writing, presentation, and project management skills.
• Ability to develop business opportunities and lead client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex investigations of building envelope failures and water intrusion.
• Develop technically sound repair recommendations, restoration designs, and construction documents.
• Perform condition assessments, reserve studies, and building enclosure investigations.
• Provide QA/QC oversight of reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Direct construction administration activities, including site observations and contractor coordination.

Skills

Building envelope

Waterproofing

Roofing systems

Facade assemblies

Air barriers

Moisture management

Thermal performance

Project leadership

Client relationships

QA/QC

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Engineering

Job description

Rimkus in Jersey City, NJ seeks an experienced Principal Consultant, Building Science to lead building enclosure projects, provide technical oversight, and grow the practice regionally. You will manage high-value investigations, develop repair designs, and mentor junior staff while ensuring client satisfaction and profitability.

Responsibilities include leading investigations of water intrusion, facade deterioration, roofing failures, and climate-related durability issues; delivering