Senior Project Engineer / Architect (Building Envelope) - Austin, Texas

MissionHires; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days PTO

Employer-sponsored health coverage

Up to 30% annual bonuses

Reimbursable expenses

Job summary

MissionHires is seeking a full-time Senior Project Engineer or Registered Architect to manage building envelope consulting projects in Austin, Texas. The role includes supervising project managers, conducting forensic investigations, and overseeing design and specifications for repairs.

The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience, be licensed, and proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office. Benefits include a competitive salary range of $120k to $180k, 30 days PTO, and employer-paid health coverage.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of building envelope consulting experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) required.
• Strong ability in project management and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project managers and ensuring project execution.
• Lead investigative surveys of building envelope systems.
• Manage construction phases and provide technical specifications.

Skills

Building envelope experience

Peer review

Project management

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or construction-related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

MissionHires is hiring a full-time Senior Project Engineer or Registered Architect to lead building envelope consulting projects. This role oversees project managers, conducts forensic investigations, performs peer reviews, leads design and specifications for repairs/replacements, manages bidding and construction phases, and oversees field performance testing. Ideal candidates have 7+ years of building envelope experience, are licensed (PE or RA), proficient in AutoCAD/Bluebeam and Microsoft Office, and comfortable as the primary client‑facing lead across new construction and remediation projects. Competitive salary ($120k–$180k), 30 days PTO, employer‑paid health coverage, bonuses up to 30%, and reimbursable expenses.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Senior Project Managers and Project Managers
• Lead and supervise investigative surveys of roofing, glazing, and waterproofing systems to identify deterioration and water intrusion sources
• Review and approve investigation reports, including findings, recommendations, and cost estimates
• Conduct peer reviews of drawings and specifications for new construction; provide redline markups and lead client meetings with follow‑up action items
• Lead and coordinate design of building envelope repair and replacement projects (plans, elevations, details)
• Generate and review technical specifications in Microsoft Word
• Provide bid‑phase support, lead/attend pre‑bid meetings, and produce meeting minutes
• Oversee construction phase services: lead/attend pre‑construction and progress meetings, perform site visits, and produce observation reports
• Lead meetings on field performance testing for building envelope systems; supervise testing teams
• Participate in company‑sponsored professional development and educational seminars
• Ensure quality control, documentation accuracy, and adherence to project budgets and schedules
• Serve as primary client point of contact for assigned projects

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or construction‑related field (4‑year)
• Professional licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA)
• Minimum 7 years of building envelope consulting experience
• Demonstrated experience as primary point of contact performing peer reviews for new construction projects
• Proven capability as lead designer for roof replacement and window/wall repair projects
• Strong construction phase project management experience on new construction and repair projects
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Bluebeam
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong technical writing skills for reports, specifications, and meeting documentation
• Excellent client communication and meeting facilitation skills
• Ability to supervise teams performing investigations, testing, and construction‑phase services
• Willingness to perform site visits and oversee field testing as needed
• Preferred certifications (optional but encouraged): IIBEC RRC/RRO, REWC/REWO, RWC/RWO
• Ability to work full‑time (40+ hours/week) with occasional travel for project needs

Benefits

• Base Pay: Ranging from $120,000 to $180,000 per year, depending on candidate experience, certifications, and skills.
• Paid Time Off: 30 days in each calendar year, including 8 holidays (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas) and 22 vacation/personal days.
• Health Coverage: Employer‑sponsored health coverage through the Blue Choice PPO Network (BlueCross BlueShield). Employee premiums for all coverage levels will be 100% paid by company. A group dental plan is available for an additional cost.
• Bonuses: Annual bonuses based on individual and company performance, up to a maximum of 30 percent of the Base Salary.
• Reimbursable Expenses: Tolls at cost; Mileage $0.70 per mile (IRS published rate); Other approved expenses at cost.