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Building Envelope Consultant
Work Location: Waltham, MA
Employment Type: Full-time regular
About This Opportunity
In this role, you will provide building enclosure consulting services to our clients. This position will establish, maintain, and serve local and national clients. You will serve as the primary client contact on projects related to new construction and existing building structures, including the design and evaluation of below-grade waterproofing systems, plazas and podiums, exterior walls and fenestration systems, and roofing assemblies. Supported by your local director, your services will include a combination of condition assessments, investigations, testing, design, peer review, bid period services, construction administration, and other general building envelope consulting services.
\n- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
- 401(k) with employer match
- 3 weeks of PTO and 9 paid holidays
- 100% Employee-Owned
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company Paid Community Involvement
- HSA Employer Contribution
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
- Wellness Program – 100% employer paid
Responsibilities
-Management of various building envelope projects ranging from assessment/investigation to construction administration phase.
-Writing proposals and scope of services descriptions for projects.
-Leading a team in the development of building envelope contract documents, including technical specifications.
-Leading a team during site investigations and the preparation of technical reports.
-Peer review of enclosure details and specifications.
-Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Competencies
Education Requirements:
-Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture or similar.
Other Requirements:
-5 plus years of previous building envelope and/or waterproofing experience.
-Knowledge of various building enclosure systems, materials, and products.
-Experience in new construction building envelope design and technical analysis of existing buildings.
-Knowledge of ASTM & AAMA standards and testing procedures related to various elements of the building envelope.
-Knowledge of building science principles.
-Knowledge of local building codes with regard to building envelope design and performance.
-Interest in business development strategies and the ability to work directly with clients and other Walker team members.
-Willingness to travel for project-related work and industry conferences.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
-Prior experience with the local construction environment and local contractors.
-Forensic engineering experience or interest.
Who We Are
Walker offers various comprehensive services spanning structural integrity and building performance, encompassing forensic investigations, building envelope analysis, and restoration. Our forensic specialists excel in pinpointing the underlying causes of intricate issues, be it structural complexities, architectural hurdles, or building envelope uncertainties. Leveraging thorough investigations, meticulous assessments, and advanced analyses, we deliver enduring solutions.
The building envelope's significance transcends protection; it profoundly influences energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and aesthetic allure. Our building envelope experts ensure continuity, durability, and performance, maintaining project integrity from inception to a structure's lengthy service life. With a broad geographic footprint across the United States, Walker's extensive presence allows swift responses to local demands while harnessing the proficiency of our adept designers and practitioners.
Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age.
