Wiss Janney Elstner Associates Inc.
Building Enclosure Consultant (Design-Assist)
Wiss Janney Elstner Associates Inc., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19124
Job Category : Experienced - A/E
Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.Requisition Number : PHILA002263Apply nowPosted: February 2, 2024Full-TimeLocations Philadelphia, PA 19106, USADescription Bring your problem-solving mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and established expertise to the
Philadelphia
office of
Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) , where we are seeking a project-manager-level,
Building Enclosure Consultant
to join our dynamic and diverse team of architects and engineers.Responsibilities:Technical project execution , including applying sound engineering judgment and a deep understanding of governing codes, design guidelines, and industry practices; collaborating with interdisciplinary project teams across WJE as the enclosure subject-matter expert (SME); leveraging your expertise for a variety of building envelope systems and materials; preparing technically excellent client deliverables; providing high-quality reviews and oversight of work by others; and performing and training others in hands-on field work.Project management , including client development, project scoping, assembling and managing appropriate project teams, maintaining project schedules and budgets, and managing client expectations and deliverables.Contributions to building enclosure practice and company-wide objectives , including participating in recruitment, mentoring, and development of up-and-coming consultants; collaborating with other practice leaders for in-house knowledge-sharing and training initiatives; and enhancing WJE’s profile through meaningful involvement in professional organizations, conferences, and technical committees.Qualifications:Registered Architect (RA)
or
Professional Engineer (PE);
other relevant professional certifications (e.g., RBEC, RRC, RWC, REWC) will be considered with significant relevant expertise.Master’s degree
in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Building Science, Civil Engineering or related field; five-year Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) degree; other degrees may be considered with demonstration of significant relevant expertise.Minimum eight years
of relevant industry experience (e.g., technical detailing of building envelope systems, roofing systems, and waterproofing systems, particularly at the interface of different building enclosure systems, assemblies, or components; building science and performance evaluation, including condensation, moisture, relative humidity, and thermal analysis; or new construction consulting, commissioning, peer reviews, and design-assist).Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following materials and systems: 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, plaza/terrace waterproofing, traffic coatings, green roofs, building science, etc.Effective technical, graphical, written, and verbal communication skills.Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing demands, while maintaining a high standard of excellence, integrity, and attention to detail.Participation in relevant industry organizations.Physical Requirements:Ability to travel and attend meetings at various office, field, and construction sites.Ability to perform inspections of buildings and other structures, both visually and with instruments.Ability to safely work at heights, in confined spaces, and in a variety of occupationally hazardous locations, including outdoors with exposure to temperature extremes.Ability to safely use and/or operate ladders, scaffolds, lifts, and other access equipment.Ability to lift and carry materials, tools, and other heavy equipment up to 50 lbs.Medically fit to utilize respiratory protection devices and other forms of Personal Protective Equipment.Ability to drive and safely operate a motor vehicle.WJE is an employee-owned company that employs a diverse group of C 2 E 2 people—people with outstanding
C haracter, unwavering
C ommitment to our core and culture, strong
E xpertise, and genuine
E nthusiasm for their work. Our extraordinary people enjoy a fulfilling and flexible work environment: one that is inclusive and genuinely values and fairly treats every employee; one that is based on trust and personal responsibility; one that encourages open communication, continued learning, innovative thinking, excellence, and teamwork; and one that provides each employee a combined opportunity for personal, professional, and financial growth that is unsurpassed in our business.WJE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants to apply including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans (VEVRAA federal contractor).WJE will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of Fair Chance Ordinances.
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Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.Requisition Number : PHILA002263Apply nowPosted: February 2, 2024Full-TimeLocations Philadelphia, PA 19106, USADescription Bring your problem-solving mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and established expertise to the
Philadelphia
office of
Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) , where we are seeking a project-manager-level,
Building Enclosure Consultant
to join our dynamic and diverse team of architects and engineers.Responsibilities:Technical project execution , including applying sound engineering judgment and a deep understanding of governing codes, design guidelines, and industry practices; collaborating with interdisciplinary project teams across WJE as the enclosure subject-matter expert (SME); leveraging your expertise for a variety of building envelope systems and materials; preparing technically excellent client deliverables; providing high-quality reviews and oversight of work by others; and performing and training others in hands-on field work.Project management , including client development, project scoping, assembling and managing appropriate project teams, maintaining project schedules and budgets, and managing client expectations and deliverables.Contributions to building enclosure practice and company-wide objectives , including participating in recruitment, mentoring, and development of up-and-coming consultants; collaborating with other practice leaders for in-house knowledge-sharing and training initiatives; and enhancing WJE’s profile through meaningful involvement in professional organizations, conferences, and technical committees.Qualifications:Registered Architect (RA)
or
Professional Engineer (PE);
other relevant professional certifications (e.g., RBEC, RRC, RWC, REWC) will be considered with significant relevant expertise.Master’s degree
in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Building Science, Civil Engineering or related field; five-year Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) degree; other degrees may be considered with demonstration of significant relevant expertise.Minimum eight years
of relevant industry experience (e.g., technical detailing of building envelope systems, roofing systems, and waterproofing systems, particularly at the interface of different building enclosure systems, assemblies, or components; building science and performance evaluation, including condensation, moisture, relative humidity, and thermal analysis; or new construction consulting, commissioning, peer reviews, and design-assist).Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following materials and systems: 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, plaza/terrace waterproofing, traffic coatings, green roofs, building science, etc.Effective technical, graphical, written, and verbal communication skills.Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing demands, while maintaining a high standard of excellence, integrity, and attention to detail.Participation in relevant industry organizations.Physical Requirements:Ability to travel and attend meetings at various office, field, and construction sites.Ability to perform inspections of buildings and other structures, both visually and with instruments.Ability to safely work at heights, in confined spaces, and in a variety of occupationally hazardous locations, including outdoors with exposure to temperature extremes.Ability to safely use and/or operate ladders, scaffolds, lifts, and other access equipment.Ability to lift and carry materials, tools, and other heavy equipment up to 50 lbs.Medically fit to utilize respiratory protection devices and other forms of Personal Protective Equipment.Ability to drive and safely operate a motor vehicle.WJE is an employee-owned company that employs a diverse group of C 2 E 2 people—people with outstanding
C haracter, unwavering
C ommitment to our core and culture, strong
E xpertise, and genuine
E nthusiasm for their work. Our extraordinary people enjoy a fulfilling and flexible work environment: one that is inclusive and genuinely values and fairly treats every employee; one that is based on trust and personal responsibility; one that encourages open communication, continued learning, innovative thinking, excellence, and teamwork; and one that provides each employee a combined opportunity for personal, professional, and financial growth that is unsurpassed in our business.WJE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants to apply including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans (VEVRAA federal contractor).WJE will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of Fair Chance Ordinances.
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