Principal, Building Envelope

Principal, Building Envelope

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.

As part of our continued growth, SOCOTEC is seeking a Principal, Building Envelope to provide executive leadership within our Building Envelope practice. This highly visible role combines advanced technical expertise with strategic business leadership, overseeing complex consulting projects while driving practice growth, client relationships, and innovation throughout the new construction market and beyond.

The Principal serves as a trusted advisor to clients, architects, developers, owners, and key stakeholders, leading multidisciplinary teams on high-profile building enclosure projects involving building enclosure system design, waterproofing, forensic investigation, rehabilitation, commissioning, and quality assurance. This individual will mentor technical staff, shape business strategy, strengthen SOCOTEC's market presence, and ensure technical excellence across all project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with Business Unit Leader to execute strategic planning and growth initiatives for the Building Envelope practice, identifying new market opportunities and expanding service offerings.
• Develop and maintain executive-level relationships with clients, architects, developers, owners, and industry partners.
• Drive business development through proposals, presentations, contract negotiations, and strategic pursuits for complex consulting projects.
• Serve as the relationship manager for key client accounts, ensuring exceptional service delivery while identifying opportunities to expand client relationships.
• Manage the financial performance of the practice by supporting project profitability, forecasting, resource planning, and sustainable revenue growth.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to establish business strategy, operational priorities, and long-term practice objectives.
• Represent SOCOTEC through industry organizations, conferences, publications, technical presentations, and thought leadership initiatives.
• Drive innovation by evaluating emerging technologies, market trends, and opportunities to expand consulting capabilities.

• Serve as the senior technical authority for complex building envelope consulting projects involving façades, roofing, waterproofing, fenestration, specialty cladding systems, and rehabilitation.
• Lead forensic investigations, condition assessments, design reviews, peer reviews, and technical evaluations for complex building enclosure projects.
• Provide expert technical oversight for quality assurance, construction phase services, commissioning, and remediation strategies.
• Review and approve technical reports, specifications, investigative findings, and project deliverables.
• Provide expert witness support and technical guidance for litigation, insurance claims, and dispute resolution, as required.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, ASTM, AAMA, NFRC, and industry standards while promoting technical excellence across the practice.

• Mentor Associates, senior consultants, and technical staff while fostering professional growth and technical excellence.
• Support recruiting, workforce planning, and leadership development initiatives.
• Establish and maintain technical standards, quality control procedures, and best practices across the Building Envelope practice.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across SOCOTEC to deliver integrated consulting solutions.
• Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Serve as the trusted advisor for strategic client engagements and high-profile projects.
• Provide guidance on complex technical challenges, risk management, and dispute resolution.
• Ensure exceptional project delivery, client satisfaction, financial performance, and adherence to project schedules and budgets.
• Conduct…