Principal Consultant- Building Envelope
$130,000–$195,000 year
On-siteMiami, Florida, United States or Tampa, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Evaluate, assess, and design building envelope systems to improve resiliency against coastal hazards including hurricanes, storm surge, and wind-driven rain. Conduct forensic investigations on moisture intrusion, corrosion, and storm damage, then develop repair and rehabilitation strategies for existing structures. Review plans and specifications for compliance with FEMA guidance, NFIP requirements, and ASCE 7 wind-load standards. Partner with architects, engineers, and contractors to integrate resilient solutions into new construction and renovations while managing multiple project schedules, budgets, and scopes. Prepare technical reports, condition assessments, and bid documents. Mentor junior engineers and architects while fostering technical excellence.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 10+ years of experience in building envelope design, assessment, investigation, construction documentation, construction administration, or project management.
- 5+ years of experience leading and mentoring engineers and architects involved in building envelope assessment, testing, design, and construction oversight.
- Strong technical writing, report preparation, and project management skills.
- Ability to develop and manage project budgets, scopes, and schedules.
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
- Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment and critical thinking.
- Willingness and ability to travel approximately 20% for project assignments.
Desired Qualifications
- Registered Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience with projects located in coastal, hurricane-prone, or high-wind regions.
- Expertise in flood-resistant design, water intrusion prevention, corrosion mitigation, and climate adaptation strategies.
- Familiarity with FEMA flood-resilient construction guidance, NFIP requirements, ASCE 24, and related resilience standards.
- Experience performing vulnerability assessments and developing resiliency recommendations for commercial, institutional, multifamily, or critical infrastructure facilities.
- Understanding of emerging climate risks and their impact on building performance, durability, service life, and lifecycle costs.
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