Senior Consulting Engineer/ Architect, Building Technology

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH); Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 106,600 - 149,240; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Bonus program

Job summary

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is seeking a Senior Consulting Engineer/Architect to lead projects in Oakland, CA. You will manage design, assessment, and repair of building enclosures, mentor junior staff, and cultivate client relationships.

The role requires PE/RA licensure, strong communication, and a willingness to travel to diverse sites. Flexible hours and an in-office environment in Oakland are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering or Architectural Engineering with 10+ years in A/E firms or construction management.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Registered Architect (RA) license required.

Responsibilities

• Act as project manager for small to medium-sized projects.
• Design consultations, evaluation, and repair design for existing buildings.

Skills

Teamwork

Deadline oriented

Communication

Graphic skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Architecture/Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

Do you want to help engineer what’s next?

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients’ most complex challenges. We leverage our collective and diverse experience, technical expertise, and industry knowledge of structures and building enclosures, advanced analysis, performance & code consulting, and applied science & research to deliver unrivaled, comprehensive solutions that drive superior performance. With 800 employees in offices nationwide, SGH’s industry‑leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of what’s possible.

What makes careers at SGH so special?

The only way to advance is to question and explore. Every member of the SGH team is both a learner and an educator, committed to advancing ourselves, our teams, and our industry. Together we are creating a community that never settles for what is but always seeks what could be.

There Are Many Reasons To Love SGH

• Our Work: Our clients trust us to bring clarity and deliver outstanding solutions for their most complex projects.
• Our People: We are bold thinkers and compassionate teammates, committed to lifelong learning and professional growth.
• Our Commitment: We live with integrity and embrace an obligation to give back to our professions and communities.
• Our Contribution: We offer a comprehensive and rich compensation and benefits package with company‑paid and voluntary programs to help build healthy lifestyles, strong relationships, and future prosperity.

The Senior Consulting Engineer/Architect

The Senior Consulting Engineer/Architect will act as project manager for small to medium‑sized projects. Responsibilities will include new design consultation, as well as the evaluation, investigation, and repair design for existing buildings. This individual will manage complex standalone projects or multiple concurrent projects, including mentoring junior staff and fostering strong client relationships. This role requires active professional engagement within the individual’s area of technical expertise, including participation in relevant associations and committees. Essential duties include climbing ladders and scaffolds, working at significant heights, and traveling by car, train/subway and air to multiple job sites. This is an in‑office position located in Oakland, CA, with the potential for flexible working hours.

What You’ll Do

• Consult on building enclosure waterproofing design and construction to contractors, architects, developers, building owners, property managers, and construction managers.
• Perform peer reviews of Architect’s plans and specifications. Draft sketches to convey design concepts or sequencing clarifications.
• Provide site visits and responses to submittals and requests for information during the construction administration phase of projects.
• Perform water leakage testing of roofing and waterproofing systems, windows, curtain walls, and other building components.
• Observe and document localized destructive testing of all envelope components including wall claddings, windows, roofs, skylights, flooring, plaza waterproofing and below grade elements.
• Assist Partners in coordinating and managing site investigations to verify building enclosure as‑built conditions and develop remediation recommendations.
• Author reports to convey investigation findings and recommendations.
• Design remedial repairs to existing building systems, including walls, roofs, window and curtain wall systems, and plaza waterproofing systems. This includes drafting drawings and specifications suitable for bidding and construction.
• Perform façade surveys and write reports in accordance with the City of San Francisco’s Façade Ordinance.
• Provide litigation support for projects involving all the issues discussed above.
• Provide on‑the‑job training and mentoring to entry level and junior staff.
• Manage multiple projects, including coordinating contracts and additional service requests, reviewing invoices, and evaluating project staffing and budgets.
• Remain professionally active in local or national industry groups, prepare publications, and give both internal and external presentations.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering or Architectural Engineering plus over 10 years of experience with an architectural/engineering firm, construction firm, or construction management firm; or a Master’s Degree plus over 7 years of industry experience.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Registered Architect (R.A.) license required.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong computer graphic skills (experience with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit and Microsoft suite are desired).
• Experience in any of the following areas is a plus: curtain wall design, historic preservation, roofing/waterproofing consulting, and public speaking.
• Ability to travel to remote job sites not accessible by public transportation, and if applicable, an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.

Compensation

Base salary range: $106,600—$149,240 USD. The position is eligible for a $7,500 sign‑on bonus. Base salary is part of SGH’s industry‑leading total compensation package, which includes pay for extra hours worked, an annual discretionary bonus program, generous paid time off, and health and wellness benefits with a special emphasis on substantial SGH contributions to medical insurance premiums and SGH’s Profit Sharing & 401(k) Plan.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (Vacation time, Sick leave, Holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) plan with a discretionary company contribution
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Short and Long-Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Basic Life and AD&D insurance (company paid)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Fertility, Family Forming, and Hormonal Health benefit
• Employee Assistance Program
• Empathy Bereavement Support
• Pre‑tax Commuter Benefit
• AFLAC Accident & Cancer Insurance
• Legal & Identity Theft plans
• Tuition Reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

SGH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We consider all qualified applicants and encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. If the application system is not accessible to you, or you need a reasonable accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email [e-mail] or call 781-907-9000 and ask for Human Resources.