Associate Building Enclosure Consultant

Office: and field-based role supporting enclosure work across the Mid-Atlantic (MD/VA/DC), with a path to build independent consulting capability/project ownership.

Responsibilities: Support enclosure consulting on both new construction and existing buildings, contributing to investigations, design review, quality verification, and field testing. Help assess roofing, cladding, waterproofing, glazing, sealants, weather barriers, and related envelope assemblies. Assist with proposals, contracts, project planning, construction administration, and client meetings. Support multiple assignments with a focus on quality, responsiveness, budgets, schedules, and client satisfaction. Prepare technical reports, project records, status updates, and recommended next steps for clients and internal teams. Participate in site observations, envelope inspections, construction quality checks, and on-site performance assessments. Track project progress, reporting, budgets, invoicing, and change documentation. Build working relationships with clients, contractors, architects, consultants, and other stakeholders. Mix of office + field work. Follow site safety rules, including required PPE. Build technical capability through hands-on training and mentoring in building science, industry standards, and enclosure best practices. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering, architecture, construction management, building science, or a related field preferred. 1–2 years in architecture, engineering, construction, building science, or a related industry. Prior exposure to construction, envelope systems, site inspections, construction administration, submittal review, or performance testing preferred. Working familiarity with roofing, waterproofing, exterior cladding, glazing, sealants, or weather-resistive barriers. Strong organization, analysis, and problem-solving skills. Clear written and verbal communication, including technical writing. Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt when project demands shift. High attention to detail and a consistent standard for quality work. Comfort working independently and in a team; intermediate Microsoft Office and Bluebeam skills. Willingness to travel regionally and work in office plus field settings, including heights, tight spaces, variable weather, and active construction sites.