Building Enclosure Consultant at Soil and Materials Engineers Inc

The Opportunity: 

Do you have knowledge of design, construction, investigation, and repair of various new and existing building enclosure systems?  Are you looking to be part of a dynamic team that works on a variety of new and restoration projects?  Do you have the desire to foster new and existing client relationships, while doing the hands-on technical work you are passionate about?  Do you have strong communication and organization skills, as well as a passion for refining project details and processes? If so, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities: 

• Conducting field assessment and preparing project deliverables, including, proposals, reports, technical specifications and repair details of different roofing systems.
• Overseeing variable aspects of projects, such as project schedule, deliverables, fees, and invoicing, and provide direct assistance to ensure timely project execution.
• Productively interacting with client representatives and SME subcontractors.
• Collaborating with group to develop practical recommendations for the client.
• Helping to enhance the visibility of SME’s expertise. In this regard, your participation in professional organizations outside of your regular employment is encouraged.
• Working with junior level staff to perform day-to-day project tasks.
• Contribute to company-wide objectives through involvement in office and company development activities.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements: 

•  Minimum seven (7) years of experience in the design, construction, investigation, and development of technical reports and repair project documents of various new and existing building enclosure systems.
• As minimum, a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, Building Science, or related field.
• Technical experience in detailing of various building enclosure elements as well as detailing the interfaces between different building enclosure systems such as: facades, curtain walls, fenestrations, glazing systems, sealants and coatings, insulation, air barriers, weather barriers, cladding assemblies, low-slope roofing, steep-slope roofing, below-grade waterproofing, and plaza/terrace waterproofing, etc.
• Excellent technical, written, graphical and verbal communication skills.
• Registered Architect (RA), Professional Engineer (PE), IIBEC Registered Building Enclosure Consultant (RBEC), or Certified Building Enclosure Commissioning Provider (CBECxP).
• Ability to work in an efficient and organized manner independently and with a team, as well as the desire for continuous learning.
• Ability to learn new concepts and adapt to challenges.
• Physical Requirements: 
  • Ability to safely use and operate ladders and stairs, scaffolds, lifts and other equipment to access roofs and go inside existing or under-construction buildings recording the necessary field data to produce construction documents for roofing system and other building enclosure elements and materials.
  • Ability to travel and attend meetings at various office, field, and construction sites.
  • Ability to lift 50+ pounds, work from heights, work in tight spaces, and work in inclement weather.
  • Ability to work overtime, including weekends on an as-needed basis.
  • Medically fit to use a respiratory protective device and other personal protective equipment.  
  • Ability to drive and safely operate a motor vehicle.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• • Previous consulting firm experience.
  • Experience with building science and performance evaluation, including condensation control, ventilation and moisture vapor movement.

SME's Core Values:

• Honesty and Integrity
• Respect
• Selfless Service
• Teamwork
• Practical Solutions

Benefits:

At SME, we believe that taking care of our employees is the cornerstone of our success. Our commitment to your well-being goes beyond a job- it is about helping you thrive both personally and professionally. We offer a benefits package that is not simply meeting an expectation, but a key component of your overall job satisfaction. The following list highlights many of the benefits SME offers its employees.

• SME provides Medical, Dental, and Vision after 30 days of employment.
• SME covers the premium cost of medical insurance so that you and your families never have to worry about the costs of healthcare.
• 401k match
• Yearly profit sharing that goes directly into your 401k
• Yearly performance bonuses
• Yearly wage evaluations
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Time Off