Buidling Enclosure Consultant
Clark Nexsen
Design, analyze, and repair building enclosures, conduct field assessments, and guide projects.
25 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Virginia Beach, VA
Hybrid
Company Size
325 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture
Engineering
Planning
Interior design
Civil engineering
Environmental engineering
Transportation engineering
Traffic engineering
Sector Specialisms
Energy & Renewables
Minerals Processing
Material Handling & Bulk Material Handling
Petrochem
Plastics
Pulp & Paper
Terminals
Architecture
Role
What you would be doing
drawing review
field investigation
condition assessment
project scoping
client deliverables
team collaboration
- Review and interpretation of architectural drawings, shop drawings, specifications, and related documents to support peer reviews and consulting activities
- Mentoring and sharing knowledge with colleagues, providing quality control reviews with helpful feedback, contributing to process improvement and knowledge sharing sessions
- Authoring site visit reports, standalone technical reports, and contributing to project basis of design documentation
- Technical project execution, including performing and training others in hands-on field investigations; applying sound judgment and a deep understanding of governing codes, design guidelines, and various building enclosure systems for analysis, detailing, and repair design; preparing technically excellent client deliverables; and providing high-quality reviews of work by others
- Performing condition assessments and construction site visits, which may include documenting existing conditions, performance evaluation, and field testing, collecting data and samples, troubleshooting details, and observing buildings under construction
- Contributing to project scoping and fee proposals, maintaining project schedules and budgets, and managing client expectations and deliverables
- Stand, walk, and climb for 8+ hours a day
- Collaboration with multi-discipline project teams, including providing expertise for a variety of building envelope-related projects (e.g., roofing, waterproofing, curtain wall, fenestrations, troubleshooting of existing envelope systems, enclosure commissioning (BECx), and/or specialty consulting of new enclosure systems from design through construction)
- Specifying project building enclosure commissioning requirements
What you bring
revit
rhino
bluebeam
wufi pro
registered architect
6+ years
- Demonstrated competence in transitioning quickly between multiple priorities while maintaining effective coworker and client relationships
- Travel an average of 20% of the time
- Effective technical, graphical, written, and verbal communication skills
- Be able to lift 50-60 lbs
- Experience with Revit, Rhino/Grasshopper
- Work outdoors with varying terrain and all types of weather
- Established experience with some or all of the following materials and systems: facades, curtain walls, fenestration/glazing systems, sealants and coatings, insulation, air barriers, cladding assemblies, low-slope roofing, steep-slope roofing, below-grade waterproofing, plaza/terrace waterproofing, traffic coatings, green roofs
- Experience with Bluebeam/Adobe Acrobat
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Bachelor’s degree or better in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Building Science, Civil Engineering, or related field
- Candidates must be able to successfully pass a federal background check as a condition of employment
- Registered Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred; related professional certifications such as Registered Roof Consultant/Observer, Registered Exterior Wall Consultant/Observer, Registered Waterproofing Consultant, and Certified Building Enclosure Commissioning Provider will be considered in lieu of professional licensure, with relevant experience
- Minimum six years of cumulative industry experience, including significant technical experience in architectural detailing of building envelope systems, roofing systems, and waterproofing systems. This experience should include a diverse assortment of enclosure types, materials, and interface detailing. Knowledge of building science fundamentals and advanced applications is required, including condensation and moisture control, air barrier design, materials selection, and thermal bridging mitigation
- Experience with WUFI Pro, THERM, WINDOW
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Security clearance- u.s. citizenship required and must pass a federal background check.
- candidates must successfully pass a federal background check as a condition of employment.
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Company
Overview
Nine Offices
Regional Presence
The firm operates nine offices across the Southeast U.S., highlighting its regional presence and sustained growth.
2024 Award
Best of Practice
Recipient of the 2024 Architect’s Newspaper Best of Practice Award, recognizing excellence in design and operations.
Top Ranking
National Recognition
Ranked among the top design firms nationally, reflecting its reputation for innovation and quality.
2025 Merger
Expansion Milestone
Merged into JMT in May 2025, forming an expanded leader in design and engineering.
- Multidisciplinary studio blending architecture and engineering.
- Specializes in sectors including infrastructure, education, science & technology, commercial, industrial, and transportation.
- Their iterative, collaborative process combines planners, architects, and engineers to craft transformative built environments.
- Tackles high-profile projects such as Fitts-Woolard Hall at NC State, Madera Cyber Innovation Center, and the Normandy WWII Navy SEALs monument.
- We design for a greater purpose.
- Our culture is the result of a collective effort to innovate and inspire, to support and challenge, to impact and transform.
- Our people form that culture by working together across disciplines and market sectors, fostering an environment of inclusion and creativity.
- We believe great ideas are the result of collaboration between individuals with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and passions.
- Non‑hierarchical approach: supporting ideas from interns to senior executives
- Active support for continuing education, professional development, volunteerism, and community involvement
- Strong community involvement via outreach programs, volunteerism, fundraising, and Foundation grants
- Office‑based social events (sports teams, potlucks, recreation) that foster camaraderie
70% pEUI
Building Energy Efficiency
Achieved significant energy use intensity reduction for the Ferguson Headquarters 3 project compared to baseline.
73% pEUI
Adaptive Reuse Efficiency
Reduced energy use intensity for the Car Barn Adaptive Reuse project compared to baseline.
- Signatory to AIA 2030 Commitment: design all new buildings and major renovations to be carbon neutral by 2030
- Member of Structural Engineering 2050 Challenge: eliminate embodied carbon in structural systems by 2050
- Joined MEP 2040 Challenge: achieve net zero operational carbon by 2030 and net zero embodied carbon by 2040
- Average predicted Energy Use Intensity (pEUI) reduction slightly exceeding national average
- Building Science Group provides energy modeling (concept through construction) to improve EUI and reduce operating costs
- Use of tools Tally and EC3 for embodied carbon calculations; publication of Embodied Carbon Action Plan annually
- Material sourcing focus: reduce transport emissions, use low‑carbon concrete mixes (SCMs), recycled‑content steel, region‑based mass timber when viable
$5,000 Donated
Women's Advocacy Support
The Clark Nexsen Foundation donated $5,000 to women-empowering nonprofits during Women’s History Month 2024.
$500 Per Office
Local Scholarships
Clark Nexsen offices each received $500 toward local scholarships via the JEDI group's partnership with HBCUs.
$10,000 Donation
Cancer Research Support
The foundation donated $10,000 to the American Cancer Society on Giving Tuesday.
- Professionals across offices honored Black community members for Black History Month 2024.
- All qualified applicants considered without regard to sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
- JEDI group-led scholarship and philanthropy initiatives
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