Senior Building Envelope Consultant

Senior Building Envelope Consultant

Work Location: Irvine, CA or Los Angeles, CA

Employment Type: Full-time regular

About This Opportunity

In this Senior-level role, you will provide building enclosure and waterproofing services to clients and develop your own projects.  This position will establish, maintain, and serve local and national clients.  You will serve as the primary client contact on projects related to new construction and existing building structures, including the waterproofing design and evaluation of below-grade systems, plazas and podiums, exterior walls and façade systems, and roofing assemblies.  As a Senior Building Envelope Consultant, you will lead team efforts on forensic investigations, evaluations, condition assessments using non-destructive and destructive testing methods, commissioning, peer reviews, the development of roofing and waterproofing designs, bid phase services, and contract administration services. You will lead team members in the development of construction documents, technical specifications, contract administration services, and third-party observations for the Building Envelope, Forensics, and Restoration Team.

We offer a robust total compensation and rewards package designed to support our employees’ well-being, growth, and diverse needs, including:

• Annual discretionary bonus program

• Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned!

• Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance

• Mental wellness benefits 

• Health Savings Account with company contribution 

• 401(k) with company match

• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts 

• 529 college savings plan

• A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year

• 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays

• 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times

• 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves 

• Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs

• Paid community involvement hours

• Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional memberships

• Internal conferences and professional development opportunities

• Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups

What You'll Do

Management of various building envelope projects ranging from investigation to contract administration phase.
Writing proposals and scope of work descriptions for projects.
Leading team in the development of building envelope contract documents.
Leading team for detailed site inspections and report writing.
Peer review of enclosure contract documents.
Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

Education Requirements:

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or similar.

License/Registration Requirements:

Professional license in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or Structural Engineering in Colorado; or

Registered Building Enclosure Consultant through the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC)

Other Requirements:

8 plus years of previous building envelope and waterproofing experience, 5 years of which include managing building envelope projects in Colorado and the surrounding states.

Strong writing, communication, and team skills.

Development of client relationships and marketing strategy for Walker’s Building Envelope, Forensics, and Restoration Team.

Expertise in various building enclosure systems, materials, and products.

Experience with new construction and existing buildings.

Knowledge of ASTM, AAMA, and other standards and testing procedures related to building envelope evaluation.

Interest in business development strategies and the ability to work with other Walker team members.

Experience compiling response packages for RFQ/RFP requests.

Willingness to travel.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Master’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or similar

Walker offers various comprehensive services spanning structural integrity and building performance, encompassing forensic investigations, building envelope analysis, and restoration. Our forensic specialists excel in pinpointing the underlying causes of intricate issues, be it structural complexities, architectural hurdles, or building envelope uncertainties. Leveraging thorough investigations, meticulous assessments, and advanced analyses, we deliver enduring solutions.

The building envelope's significance transcends protection; it profoundly influences energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and aesthetic allure. Our building envelope experts ensure continuity, durability, and performance, maintaining project integrity from inception to a structure's lengthy service life. With a broad geographic footprint across the United States, Walker's extensive presence allows swift responses to local demands while harnessing the proficiency of our adept designers and practitioners.

We know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply! You might just be the right person for this role—or another opportunity on our team.

At Walker Consultants, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, or in the workplace, please let us know—we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.  

Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age. 

NOTICE TO 3RD PARTY RECRUITERS:

Any candidate information, including resumes, submitted to Walker Consultants or to any of our employees without a fully executed agreement will be considered unsolicited and non-confidential. Walker Consultants reserves the right to review and pursue such candidates independently, and no placement fees or other compensation will be owed to the submitting party. Candidates submitted in this manner will be treated as direct applicants. Submission of candidate information to Waller Consultants constitutes acceptance of this policy. External recruiters interested in working with Walker Consultants may contact Lindsey Eggerding at leggerding@walkerconsultants.com.