Facade Associate

Description

• Participate in report writing and the development of report templates particularly in the area of materials analysis.
• Participate in forensic analysis of existing buildings, and develop the in house protocols for testing of in-service materials.
• Forensic analysis of field samples;
• Communicate effectively and establish relationships with clients and job related management teams. Providing cross-functional support to ensure client needs and internal timelines/project activities are completed
• Window testing both in the laboratory and in the field;
• Advise architects and clients on building enclosure performance, constructability, and durability.
• Forensic analysis of component system failures and water infiltration of building envelope
• Document and maintain well written reports on project related activity.
• Moisture testing of field samples; and
• Attend meetings with building owners, contractors, developers and architects carries out both field and laboratory testing
• Work with the principal of the firm in the development of the field analysis practices and join in the training of field staff to enhance their skills in ASTM E2128 and ASTM E 2018 field evaluations.
• Wind uplift testing in the field and in the laboratory
• Field and laboratory testing of exterior walls
• Consult on existing facade design for enhancement or maintenance type projects: forensic review and analysis, Bid Document and repair detail preparation, direct Bidding Phase, and Construction Administration. Well versed in exterior wall construction.
• Review calculations relating to new and existing buildings for Windloading (ASCE 7); load calculations and attachment requirements. Building drainage calculcations. Work with the design staff in the development of detailing to support calculated design loads.
• On site observations to investigate and document building envelope conditions

Requirements

• Experience in forensics and building envelope or related construction fields required
• ASTM E330 testing in the laboratory;
• Fastener withdrawal testing in the field and laboratory;
• Willingness to travel to our other US office locations
• Technical writing abilities a must – you will need the ability to compile observation data and research to produce a complete succinct report of investigation
• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• Professional Engineer or Registered Architect Required
• Air Barrier testing in the field;

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance