Clark Nexsen Industrial
Building Enclosure Consultant Virginia Beach, VA
Clark Nexsen Industrial, Virginia Beach, Virginia, us, 23450
Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients—while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.
Clark Nexsen is seeking a Building Enclosure Consultant with proven expertise in the design, analysis, and repair of building enclosures. You will join our team of architects and engineers, working in a multi-discipline, collaborative, and engaging team-based environment.
The ideal candidate for this position will be energetic and passionate about design, committed to quality, engaged in team, office, and firm-wide initiatives, able to work independently and in a team environment, an enthusiastic mentor for other design staff, and able to prioritize work.
Please note: Employment for this position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to successfully pass a federal background check.
General Responsibilities
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
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)
Authoring site visit reports, standalone technical reports, and contributing to project basis of design documentation
Review and interpretation of architectural drawings, shop drawings, specifications, and related documents to support peer reviews and consulting activities
Specifying project building enclosure commissioning requirements
Contributing to project scoping and fee proposals, maintaining project schedules and budgets, and managing client expectations and deliverables
Mentoring and sharing knowledge with colleagues, providing quality control reviews with helpful feedback, contributing to process improvement and knowledge sharing sessions
Required Experience
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
Bachelor’s degree or better in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Building Science, Civil Engineering, or related field
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
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‑sloped roofing, steep‑sloped roofing, below‑grade waterproofing, plaza/terrace waterproofing, traffic coatings, green roofs
Effective technical, graphical, written, and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated competence in transitioning quickly between multiple priorities while maintaining effective coworker and client relationships
Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Experience with Bluebeam/Adobe Acrobat
Candidates must be able to successfully pass a federal background check as a condition of employment
Preferred Experience
Experience with WUFI Pro, THERM, WINDOW
Experience with Revit, Rhino/Grasshopper
Essential working conditions include, but are not limited to
Travel an average of 20% of the time
Work may involve times outside normal working hours and on weekends
Work outdoors with varying terrain and all types of weather
Stand, walk, and climb for 8+ hours a day
Be able to lift 50-60 lbs
Working Conditions At JMT, we prioritize a healthy work/life balance and offer a flexible hybrid working schedule. JMT offers a hybrid work schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work in a JMT office location at least three days per week or as needed to perform assigned duties. While most of our work is desk-based, there may be times when standing, walking, bending and lifting of minimal weight are required. Our office environment is comfortable, has adequate lighting and temperature, and is free from noise, dust, and oth er hazards. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
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Clark Nexsen is seeking a Building Enclosure Consultant with proven expertise in the design, analysis, and repair of building enclosures. You will join our team of architects and engineers, working in a multi-discipline, collaborative, and engaging team-based environment.
The ideal candidate for this position will be energetic and passionate about design, committed to quality, engaged in team, office, and firm-wide initiatives, able to work independently and in a team environment, an enthusiastic mentor for other design staff, and able to prioritize work.
Please note: Employment for this position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to successfully pass a federal background check.
General Responsibilities
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
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)
Authoring site visit reports, standalone technical reports, and contributing to project basis of design documentation
Review and interpretation of architectural drawings, shop drawings, specifications, and related documents to support peer reviews and consulting activities
Specifying project building enclosure commissioning requirements
Contributing to project scoping and fee proposals, maintaining project schedules and budgets, and managing client expectations and deliverables
Mentoring and sharing knowledge with colleagues, providing quality control reviews with helpful feedback, contributing to process improvement and knowledge sharing sessions
Required Experience
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
Bachelor’s degree or better in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Building Science, Civil Engineering, or related field
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
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‑sloped roofing, steep‑sloped roofing, below‑grade waterproofing, plaza/terrace waterproofing, traffic coatings, green roofs
Effective technical, graphical, written, and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated competence in transitioning quickly between multiple priorities while maintaining effective coworker and client relationships
Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Experience with Bluebeam/Adobe Acrobat
Candidates must be able to successfully pass a federal background check as a condition of employment
Preferred Experience
Experience with WUFI Pro, THERM, WINDOW
Experience with Revit, Rhino/Grasshopper
Essential working conditions include, but are not limited to
Travel an average of 20% of the time
Work may involve times outside normal working hours and on weekends
Work outdoors with varying terrain and all types of weather
Stand, walk, and climb for 8+ hours a day
Be able to lift 50-60 lbs
Working Conditions At JMT, we prioritize a healthy work/life balance and offer a flexible hybrid working schedule. JMT offers a hybrid work schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work in a JMT office location at least three days per week or as needed to perform assigned duties. While most of our work is desk-based, there may be times when standing, walking, bending and lifting of minimal weight are required. Our office environment is comfortable, has adequate lighting and temperature, and is free from noise, dust, and oth er hazards. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
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