Senior Building Envelope Consultant
Building Envelope Consultant - Leading Engineering Firm (Dallas, TX)
Work on high‑impact projects. Collaborate with industry‑leading technical experts. Build a long‑term career in a firm known for innovation and excellence.
A nationally recognized engineering firm with a major presence in Dallas is seeking a Building Envelope Consultant to join its high‑performing façade / enclosure engineering group. This is a rare opportunity to work with a team known for technical rigor, architect‑first collaboration, and some of the most complex and challenging building envelope projects in the region.
If you're a detail‑oriented, solutions‑focused consultant passionate about improving building performance, this role offers the perfect blend of technical challenge, client interaction, and long‑term growth.
Why This Firm? (Anonymous Selling Points)
1. High‑Profile, Complex Projects
You'll contribute to a wide range of building types, including:
- Commercial towers & corporate campuses
- Healthcare & institutional facilities
- Cultural buildings & specialty structures
- High‑performance façades, glazing systems, and specialty enclosure assemblies
The firm is known for solving technically difficult façade and waterproofing problems-not cookie‑cutter work.
2. Strong Technical Culture & Mentorship
You'll collaborate with some of the industry's most respected enclosure specialists, working in an environment that emphasizes:
- Technical excellence
- Knowledge-sharing
- Cross‑disciplinary problem solving
- Rigorous QA/QC standards
Engineers and consultants in this group often go on to become national experts in building enclosure science.
3. Real Client Exposure & Leadership Growth
Unlike many large firms where early‑career consultants stay "behind the scenes," here you will:
- Work directly with architects, owners, and contractors
- Participate in site investigations and inspections
- Present findings and lead discussions in client meetings
- Take increasing ownership of scopes and deliverables over time
This position fast‑tracks your development into a well-rounded, client‑facing building envelope expert.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform building envelope consulting on new construction and existing buildings
- Conduct detailed façade and waterproofing reviews, field investigations, and site observations
- Develop technical reports, specifications, and design recommendations
- Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, and contractors
- Assist in performance testing, mock-up reviews, and forensic evaluations
- Support senior consultants with design packages and client deliverables
Desired Experience
- 3-10+ years of building envelope or façade consulting experience
- Strong understanding of roofing, waterproofing, curtain wall, glazing, and cladding systems
- Experience with building science principles: thermal performance, moisture management, air barriers, etc.
- Ability to conduct fieldwork, diagnose failures, and develop practical solutions
- Strong writing and communication skills
- Degree in Architecture, Civil/Structural Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related field
- Professional licensure (PE, RA) or progress toward licensure is a plus
What You'll Gain
- Exposure to some of the most challenging envelope projects in the Dallas region
- A structured mentorship environment with industry‑leading experts
- A long-term career path with opportunities to grow into Senior Consultant, Project Manager, and technical leadership roles
- A stable team environment that values collaboration, technical curiosity, and quality
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