Building Enclosure Department Manager

ECS Ltd

$100K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering or related field
  • 8+ years of experience in building enclosure consulting
  • Experience in field investigations, testing, commissioning, or forensic assessments
  • Licensure or certification as P.E., R.A., or relevant IIBEC certifications preferred
  • Physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work at heights

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop the Building Enclosure department
  • Drive business development initiatives to expand market presence
  • Cultivate relationships with REITs, developers, and design professionals
  • Manage departmental operations and financial performance
  • Oversee building envelope evaluations and waterproofing assessments
  • Provide technical leadership for project teams and clients
  • Support project management efforts including scheduling and budgeting

Benefits

  • Collaborative nationwide team with deep technical expertise
  • Opportunity to lead high-profile, complex projects
  • Supportive environment focused on technical excellence
  • Employee ownership through an ESOP program
  • 401(k) matching contributions
  • Tuition assistance for professional development
  • Comprehensive benefits package
Full Job Description
Position & Office Overview

Responsibilities

ECS is offering an exciting opportunity for a Building Enclosure Department Manager to join our Florida Building Science + Infrastructure team in Jacksonville, FL. In this role, you'll lead projects involving inspections, testing, assessments, and commissioning of building envelopes for existing structures. You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality consulting solutions to a diverse range of facilities and clients. If you have a strong technical background, proven leadership skills, and the drive to grow a department, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Leadership & Practice Growth
  • Lead and grow a department focused on Building Enclosure services
  • Drive strategic business development initiatives and expand ECS's presence within the local market
  • Develop and strengthen relationships with REITs, developers, property managers, insurance companies, banks, contractors, and design professionals
  • Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of engineers, architects, inspectors, and technical staff
  • Manage departmental operations, staffing, utilization, and financial performance, including P&L responsibility

Technical & Project Oversight
  • Oversee projects involving:
      • Building envelope and enclosure evaluations
      • Roof and waterproofing assessments
      • Moisture and water intrusion investigations
      • Property condition assessments (PCA)
      • Forensic investigations and failure analysis
      • Structural evaluations and related design work
      • Code compliance inspections and plan review services
    • Review technical reports, proposals, scopes, and deliverables to ensure quality and consistency
    • Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams and clients
    • Support project management efforts including scheduling, budgeting, and client communication
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Qualifications

What We're Looking For

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Architecture (NCARB), or a related field
  • 8+ years of related experience with building enclosure consulting, including field investigations, testing, commissioning (BECx), design review, or forensic assessments
  • Licensed or certified in at least one of the following preferred but not required:
    • Professional Engineer (P.E.)
    • Registered Architect (R.A.)
    • IIBEC certifications (RRC, RWC, REWC, RBEC, CBECxP)
    • University of Wisconsin-Madison certifications (BECxP, CxA+BE)

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds multiple times per day, stand for extended periods, walk on uneven terrain, and perform work at heights.

Additional Requirements
  • Valid driver's license required if driving for or on behalf of an ECS subsidiary.

Why Join ECS?
  • Nationwide Building Science + Infrastructure Consulting practice made up of more than 180 employees with deep technical expertise and opportunities for collaboration across the country
  • Opportunity to lead high-profile projects with technical complexity and visibility
  • Be part of a growing and innovative team focused on technical excellence and client service
  • Supportive work environment that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous learning
  • Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits
  • ECS is an employee-owned company with an Employee Stock Ownership program (ESOP)!
  • 401(k) with up to 4% match
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • And more!

ECS Core Values: Collaborate, Focus & Lead

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