What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Facilities Consulting Co-Op position at ECS Group of Companies?
Conducting field observations associated with existing facilities
Performing facilities related services including roofing and waterproofing, fireproofing and fire stopping, exterior insulation finish systems (EIFS), anchor testing, coring, scanning, material sampling, leak investigations, and forensic investigations
Interacting and communicating effectively with site contractors, other technicians, and project managers
- Attending project meetings and assisting in project resolutions
Assisting with preparation of proposals
Assisting with the resolution of both technical and administrative project issues
Assisting with scheduling, training, and oversight of field staff
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Actively pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Master degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or related degree
Interest in building forensics, mechanical systems, and structures
Previous internship experience would go a long way
- Position requires carrying 40 - 70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 85 lbs to waist height
Must be able to provide suitable transportation for use on job sites - mileage will be reimbursed
ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 2,800 employees in 100 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #64 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2024), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2024) and #28 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2024). For additional information about ECS click here.
We love our employees and we show this through providing some great benefits, including paid time off, health and other insurance plans, retirement and college savings plans, and more. Click here to learn more about the great benefits at ECS.
At ECS, we believe that the power of our team lies in the synergy of our technical excellence, leadership potential, passion for mentorship and commitment to service. We’re not just building a workplace; we’re creating a vibrant community where professionals thrive, collaborate, and inspire one another. Here, your journey goes beyond delivering outstanding technical solutions—it's about being part of something bigger, where your contributions shape the future and your growth knows no bounds.
When you join our team, you're not just taking on a job; you're stepping into a career filled with purpose, innovation, and opportunity. We value your expertise and ambition, and we’re committed to fueling your growth through continuous learning, leadership opportunities, and meaningful connections.
At ECS, every day is a chance to push boundaries, share knowledge, make an impact and serve others. We invest in our people because we believe in their potential to lead, innovate, and drive the future of our industry. Together, we’re building a legacy of excellence—one that thrives on collaboration, mentorship, service, and a relentless pursuit of success.
If you're looking for a place where your skills are celebrated, your growth is nurtured, and your career is more than just a job, the Facilities Team at ECS is the perfect destination. Let’s grow, lead, serve, and achieve together.
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.