Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Architecture (NCARB).
5+ years of experience in building enclosure consulting, including assessments and design review.
Preferred certifications: Professional Engineer (P.E.), Registered Architect (R.A.), or IIBEC certifications.
Strong knowledge of building science, building enclosure systems, and construction practices.
Excellent communication and project management skills.
Responsibilities
Manage building enclosure consulting projects from start to finish.
Perform building science-related testing and inspections.
Conduct site observations for roofing and enclosure systems.
Develop and execute specialized testing plans.
Interpret test results and suggest corrective measures.
Lead client meetings and present findings.
Mentor junior staff and supervise on-site activities.
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with multidisciplinary teams.
Opportunities for professional development and mentoring.
Direct interaction with clients and diverse project types.
Exposure to advanced building science and technical consulting.
Participation in the growth of client relationships and business development.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities
ECS is seeking a Building Enclosure Senior Project Associate to join our Southeast Building Science + Infrastructure team in Birmingham, AL In this role, you will manage building enclosure consulting projects and serve as a lead technical consultant on building enclosure investigations, assessments, commissioning, testing, and design consulting. You will work closely with clients and multidisciplinary project teams to evaluate building envelope performance, support construction quality, and deliver practical consulting solutions across a variety of facility types. This is a client-facing role with daily interaction with clients, architects, contractors, engineers, and owners. The position involves significant responsibility for project management, technical execution, and mentorship of junior staff within a collaborative consulting environment.
Responsibilities
Technical & Field Work
Perform building science & infrastructure related testing, inspections, and consulting services.
Conduct site observations and inspections of roofing and building enclosure systems.
Interpret drawings, figures, and site plans; perform drafting or CAD work as needed.
Develop testing plans and perform specialized building enclosure testing.
Interpret test results, identify deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions.
Perform building enclosure investigations, forensic assessments, and commissioning (BECx).
Perform new construction design reviews and design of repairs to existing building envelope components.
Perform peer review of design documents, specifications, and submittals.
Maintain knowledge of applicable building codes and standards including IBC, ASHRAE, ASTM, SMACNA, and CSI.
Project Management
Manage building science & infrastructure projects from setup through completion.
Coordinate project teams and direct site activities with field staff, subcontractors, and senior managers.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining schedule, scope, and budget objectives.
Prepare and review proposals, change orders, budgets, and invoices.
Monitor project progress and communicate schedule updates, testing activities, and potential budget impacts.
Communicate project milestones with clients and advise on significant project changes.
Client Interaction & Business Development
Interface with clients regularly and lead project meetings and discussions.
Present testing results, project findings, and recommendations to clients.
Maintain and develop client relationships and support growth of the client database.
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on project execution.
Mentor junior staff and supervise field personnel performing inspections and testing.
Coordinate staffing needs with other managers to support project execution.
Documentation & Reporting
Prepare building science & infrastructure reports, perform analysis, and provide recommendations.
Ensure reports meet professional standards for clarity, accuracy, and technical content.
Review and approve reports prepared by junior staff prior to Principal review.
Additional Responsibilities
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Architecture (NCARB).
5+ 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:
