LVI are currently in search of an Architect, Engineer or Consultant with experience working with Building Enclosures from a New Construction and Existing Construction perspective and an interest in project management for buildings of moderate to very large size and complexity from design through construction.
The Company
They are an industry-leading, multidisciplinary Architectural Engineering & Construction Consulting firm that provide creative and effective solutions to the built world and target the global and economic crisis we continually face. With a passion and reputation for experts in the built world, they target climate change, make buildings safer and more sustainable, as well as work on some of the most exciting/monumental projects both nationally and internationally.
Ideal Experience
- You will have knowledge in the behaviour of building enclosures and their components for use in forensic analyses relating to, commercial and high-end residential structures.
- Experience in performing failure cause & origin analysis on building systems, authoring technical reports, and construction litigation is desired. Building envelope types include, but are not limited to, cladding, wall enclosures, roofing systems, and fenestration components.
- Strong organisational and communication skill
- Ability to organises multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
- Experience collaborating with contractors, architects and consultants
- Experience managing project and deliverable schedules
- Effective oral and written English skills
- Skills in AutoCAD and Revit preferred.
- An interest in energy-related building issues, durability and building science.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Perform forensic investigations of building envelope failures.
- Diagnose failures in building envelope systems and recommend solutions for remediation of those failures.
- Fieldwork to document as-built conditions and damage to building systems as a result of natural (wind, water, fire, earth movement, etc.) and/or human-induced origins (design and construction errors/omissions). Natural events can include large catastrophes such as regional floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, fires and earthquakes.
- Utilising building codes, technical knowledge, and understanding of construction practices to establish repair scope recommendations as well as cause and origin analyses.
- Evaluate design drawings and documentation.
- Communicate with Clients, interface with Code Officials and Contractors to address construction issues to provide detailed reports.
- Willing to travel, as needed, on short notice at times.
- Manage all aspects of assigned projects including scope, client handling, quality assurance, site and off-site work, and billing. These skills will be mentored
- Assist with production of building enclosure details by utilizing and contributing to our detail library
- Produce unique building envelope details for new construction and rehabilitation projects
- Review and produce written reports and letters
- Coordinate with and direct Project Consultants assigned to your projects
- Manage deliverable schedules
- Participate in collaborative design processes with architects, engineers, landscape architects and contractors
Education and Experience Requirements
- Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Architecture from an ABET accredited program required.
- State of California Licensed Architect or Civil/Structural Engineer a plus
- Minimum 10 Years Architectural experience in design or other background that promotes an understanding of building construction.
- Familiarity with various building roofing systems, both low-slope and steep-slope.
- Knowledge of national building and construction codes (IBC, IRC, IEBC, etc.)
- Understanding of heat, air and moisture control principles within enclosure materials and assemblies.
- Familiarity with performance and testing requirements, details and specifications for building enclosures.
- Familiarity with facade components and assemblies, particularly at their interfaces.
- Registered Roof Observer (RRO) and Registered Roof Consultant (RRC) designations are a plus.
Benefits
- They offer a competitive salary (commensurate with experience) and benefits program including a generous 401K match above industry average, 100% ownership, medical, dental, vision, and paid vacation.
