Building Enclosure Consultant/Project Manager
A leading provider in quality and safety solutions is actively seeking a Building Enclosure Project Manager to join its Building Science Solutions team in the Milwaukee, WI. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop a versatile career in the building enclosure testing industry.
The Building and Construction division of this company is known for pioneering solutions across various architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines. The company's project-related assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting services serve as a risk management and quality assurance partner, ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of both new developments and existing assets.
Role Overview:
The ideal Building Enclosure Project Manager will bring a strong background and interest in building enclosure and envelope consulting for new and existing buildings. This role involves managing a range of projects, supporting senior staff, fostering client relationships, and overseeing the review of client deliverables, including technical content. Travel up to 25% outside the local area may be required, depending on project load.
Shift/Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8AM-5PM
Responsibilities:
- Consulting and Review: Assist with design consulting and peer review of building enclosure plans and specifications for both new and existing buildings.
- Drawings and Submittals: Review architectural drawings, shop drawings, and submittals related to building enclosures.
- Field Testing: Assist with/perform field performance and water leakage testing of building enclosure systems.
- Construction Administration: Conduct shop drawing reviews, make site visits, and provide construction administration services.
- Forensic Investigation: Assist with/perform investigations and document existing conditions of building enclosure systems.
- Remediation Design: Provide support for remediation design of building enclosures.
- Collaboration: Work with staff on major design, inspection, or investigative projects.
- Technical Documentation: Prepare professionally written technical reports and produce sketches and mark-ups using Bluebeam or by hand.
This position outline serves as a general guideline and does not encompass all duties.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:
- Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Architectural Engineering with 3+ years' experience in building enclosure consulting/construction
- OR 5+ years of experience in building enclosure consulting/construction in lieu of a bachelor's degree
- Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of building enclosure systems and construction; experience managing projects of varying sizes.
- Software Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Microsoft Office Suite, and Bluebeam.
- Physical Capabilities: Able to perform both office tasks and physical tasks, including work from ladders, boom-lifts, and scaffolds.
- Teamwork and Independence: Capable of working effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Communication Skills: Strong technical writing and communication skills, along with consistent professional interaction with clients.
- Travel: Ability to travel up to 25% outside the local area as required.
- Licensing: Valid driver's license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional Registration: Professional registration or ability to obtain within one year.
- Field Experience: Experience with diverse building types and in investigating existing walls for leaks and other issues.
- Testing Knowledge: Familiarity with ASTM testing standards for exterior walls.
- Software Knowledge: Skills in Revit/BIM, Sketch-up, and thermal/hygrothermal software (e.g., THERM, WUFI).
- Certifications: Safety training or scaffold certification; Bluebeam proficiency is a plus.
