Walker Consultants · 3 weeks ago
Building Envelope Consultant
Chicago, IL (Downtown)
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$95K/yr - $120K/yr
7+ years expWalker Consultants is a company specializing in building envelope analysis and restoration services. They are seeking a Building Envelope Consultant to provide expert consulting services, focusing on design, evaluation, and consulting for various building envelope systems. The role involves client interactions, project assessments, and overseeing construction administration services.
ConsultingIndustrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Perform investigations related to the building envelope and prepare reports with observations and repair recommendations
Perform or review condition appraisals, develop repair schemes and repair recommendations, and prepare opinion of probable construction cost estimates
Produce building envelope construction documents
Assist in peer/office reviews of projects
Make progress reviews during the production of reports and construction documents to assure a quality project
Perform construction administration services such as RFI & submittal review, site visits, and punch list. Meet with architects, contractors, and clients to review our investigations and designs and to answer questions related to our work
Monitor project budget and schedule and act to correct any discrepancies
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Structural, Civil, or Architectural Engineering from an accredited institution
7-12+ years of building envelope and waterproofing experience
Licensed Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE)
Strong knowledge of exterior systems and materials (facades, roofing, waterproofing, windows, etc.)
Experience with both new construction and evaluation of existing structures
Familiarity with ASTM & AAMA standards and field testing procedures
Ability to supervise professional and support staff, including outside consultants assigned to the project
Ability to manage client relationships and maintain communication with the client after the project is finished for securing possible future work
A collaborative, client-focused mindset and interest in business development
Ability to compile strong RFQ/RFP responses
Willingness to travel as needed
Preferred
Building Envelope certifications (AIA BEC, RCI, or similar)
Benefits
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
Company
Walker Consultants
A structural engineering firm.
201-500 employees
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