Who We Are
For over two decades, the company's mission has been to understand the client's variety of needs while keeping to their anticipated budget and exceeding their desired results. The company's services include Architectural Services and Civil, Structural, Construction & MEP Engineering Services, and much more.
The Team
They have made it their mission to deliver exceptional customer service to our diverse client base, which includes multifamily, industrial, commercial, and retail buildings, the insurance industry, hospitality, and healthcare. The company is growing rapidly and are always looking to recruit talented professionals.
Role Overview
They are seeking an energetic, registered architect/licensed civil/structural engineer with strong experience in building faรงade projects, FISP inspections, and familiarity in handling building faรงade projects in the Jersey City area. The Senior Facade Architect/Engineer is responsible for leading and managing building faรงade architectural and engineering projects, overseeing design development, providing technical expertise, and ensuring the successful delivery of projects within scope, budget, and timeline.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Coordinate and manage internal kick-off, milestone, and closeout meetings for projects, fostering effective communication and collaboration among team members and stakeholders.
- Verify schedules and ensure adherence to project plans and timelines, both internally and with external resources, to meet project objectives efficiently.
- Conduct and coordinate on-site inspections, documenting existing conditions, performing field testing, photographing, and creating hand-sketches. Observe/track work in progress to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Coordinate the recording of accurate field measurements and perform calculations throughout the project duration.
- Prepare written correspondence with clients and contractors, maintaining clear and professional communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Understand and review investigation reports and bid documents, including drawings and technical specifications, to ensure accurate interpretation and implementation.
- Communicate project status and proactively address any issues or discrepancies that arise. Escalate unresolved issues to the direct supervisor in a timely manner.
- Maintain organized records, files, drawings, and other essential project data, ensuring they are appropriately filed within the company's systems for easy accessibility and future reference.
- Collect post-project feedback to identify areas of improvement and communicate the feedback to the direct supervisor.
- Keep up to date with job knowledge and industry trends through active participation in educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and engaging in professional societies and networks.
- Engage in networking activities and represent the company at events, seminars, and continuing education presentations. Actively seek marketing opportunities to promote the organization's presence in the industry.
- Perform other duties related to the position as assigned by the firm, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to contributing to the overall success of the team.
Technical Requirements
- Provide technical guidance and expertise to the team throughout the design and construction phases, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, codes, and standards.
- Perform and coordinate design, calculations, and drawings.
- Perform peer review of other technical data prepared by internal engineers/architects as well as third-party entities.
- Perform and coordinate forensic inspections, applying technical expertise to assess project conditions and identify potential issues or deficiencies.
- Serve as an expert witness in depositions, mediations, or litigation.
- Conduct a wide range of testing, including but not limited to material testing, structural analysis, and performance evaluations. Supervise testing activities and ensure accurate data collection for accurate interpretation of results.
- Generate comprehensive field reports detailing observations, measurements, and findings from site visits and inspections.
- Generate expert reports that provide in-depth analysis, conclusions, and recommendations based on project requirements and findings.
- Oversee and assist in the development and review of technical specifications, drawings, and construction documents.
Client Relations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including clients, contractors, and consultants to coordinate project activities and resolve technical issues.
- Collaborate with legal teams and represent the firm in mediations, providing expert opinions and strategic guidance.
- Participate in meetings with clients and stakeholders to understand project objectives, present design proposals, and provide technical recommendations.
- Foster strong client relationships, ensuring effective communication and understanding of project requirements and objectives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Civil/Structural Engineering or Architecture.
- Five plus years of experience in the architectural and engineering consulting industry.
- Professional Engineer or Registered Architect license required.
- Maintain compliance with licensing requirements and applicable regulations.
- OSHA-10 Certification
- Valid United States Driver's License required, as this position requires travel to and from client sites.
