Senior Associate - Enclosure
About the company:
This is an employee owned consulting firm known for its building enclosure and forensic expertise. They work alongside real estate owners and investors to assess building performance, investigate issues, and plan repairs that provide real solutions.
Their teams are trusted to step into projects at any stage, offering clear, practical advice to help clients decide what to do next.
They are now looking to bring on a Senior Associate to lead building enclosure investigations, manage projects, and work closely with clients across a range of property types.
What you'll be doing:
Lead building enclosure investigations from initial assessment through final reporting and repair strategy
Carry out and oversee site visits, testing, and detailed field investigations
Review construction documents to identify causes of failures or defects
Prepare clear, well supported reports with repair recommendations and cost considerations
Manage project scope, schedule, and delivery across multiple assignments
Act as the main point of contact for clients and build strong working relationships
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members
Support proposals, scopes, and budgeting as part of business development efforts
Work closely with consultants on drawings, specifications, and bid documents
Help grow the building enclosure practice in the Seattle market
What we're looking for:
Degree in Architecture or Engineering
Licensed Architect or Professional Engineer required
15+ years of experience in architecture, engineering, or construction
Experience with forensic or investigative building enclosure work is preferred
Strong knowledge of facade systems, waterproofing, roofing, and cladding
Solid understanding of how projects are built and administered on site
Comfortable writing detailed technical reports and repair scopes
Familiar with tools like Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office
Able to travel locally and regionally when needed
More reasons to apply:
Employee owned structure so you have a stake in the business over time
Health insurance premiums fully covered by the employer
401k match that is well above typical levels
Hybrid schedule with a mix of office work, site visits, and remote flexibility
Exposure to a wide range of property types across the Pacific Northwest
Strong national platform with established relationships across the real estate space