Building Envelope Consultant

How Your Role Will Shape Our Success

In this role, you will provide expert building envelope consulting services to a range of local and national clients. You will act as the primary client contact on projects involving both new construction and existing structures. Your work will focus on the design, evaluation, and consulting for below‑grade waterproofing systems, plazas and podiums, exterior walls and fenestration systems, and roofing assemblies.

Supported by your local director, your responsibilities will include condition assessments, investigations, design, peer review, bid phase services, construction administration, testing, and other typical building envelope services. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate on impactful projects while serving as a trusted technical resource to clients.

• Annual discretionary bonus program
• Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee‑owned!
• Medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life insurance
• Mental wellness benefits
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts
• 529 college savings plan
• A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
• 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays
• 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times
• 100% compensation replacement during short‑term disability leaves
• Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short‑term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs
• Paid community involvement hours
• Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional memberships
• Internal conferences and professional development opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups

$80,000 - $110,000 a year

At Walker Consultants, we are committed to maintaining fairness and equity in our pay practices. For this role, the estimated base salary range is $80,000 – $110,000 per year. The final salary offered may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. We value open conversations about compensation and welcome the opportunity to discuss more about base salary and Walker’s total rewards philosophy during the recruiting process.

• Managing building envelope projects from investigation through construction administration.
• Leading site inspections and developing detailed technical reports.
• Preparing proposals and clearly defined scopes of work.
• Overseeing the development of contract documents, drawings, and technical specs.
• Conducting peer reviews of enclosure details and specifications.
• Collaborating with clients and Walker team members to deliver practical, innovative solutions.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s in Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Additional Requirements:

• 5+ years of building envelope and waterproofing experience.
• Licensed Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE);
  Building Envelope certifications (IIBEC) are a plus
• Strong knowledge of exterior systems and materials (facades, roofing, waterproofing, windows, etc.).
• Experience with both new construction and evaluation of existing structures.
• Familiarity with ASTM & AAMA standards and field testing procedures.
• A collaborative, client‑focused mindset and interest in business development.
• Ability to compile strong RFQ/RFP responses.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

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