Consultant- Building Science

At Rimkus, our Built Environment Solutions team operates on a global scale with the advantage of local expertise. Our licensed engineers, architects, and technical specialists bring deep knowledge of regional requirements and industry best practices, enabling us to deliver customized, high-quality solutions that maximize the success of our clients’ investments. With a comprehensive portfolio that spans nearly every engineering and architectural discipline, we help organizations plan, build, and manage assets with confidence.

What sets us apart is our forward-thinking approach. We integrate carbon footprint reduction, resiliency, maintainability, and long-term sustainability into everything we do, helping clients not just meet today’s needs but prepare for tomorrow’s challenges. From design and pre-construction through construction, closeout, and ongoing operations, we provide tailored support at every stage. By identifying potential issues before they arise, we mitigate risks, extend asset life, and reduce costly unplanned repairs.

Whether an asset is newly constructed, leased, or purchased, our innovative solutions empower clients to operate more efficiently and sustainably. Joining Rimkus means being part of a team that’s shaping the future of the built environment—one smart, resilient solution at a time.

We are seeking a Building Envelope Consultant to provide technically sound solutions for existing building envelope failures and deliver innovative recommendations for new construction and rehabilitation projects. This role serves property owners, developers, contractors, and other stakeholders by evaluating building performance, designing repairs and improvements, and managing projects from investigation through construction.

The ideal candidate will have experience with building envelope systems, project management, forensic investigations, and construction administration, along with strong technical writing and client relationship skills.

• Complete design assignments related to building upgrades, maintenance, restoration, and rehabilitation of existing structures, as well as building envelope components for new construction projects.
• Investigate and diagnose failures in existing building envelope systems and develop effective repair solutions.
• Conduct constructability reviews and third-party peer reviews of plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Manage building envelope projects and multidisciplinary teams for both new and existing construction, ensuring quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) throughout project delivery.
• Perform failure investigations and condition assessments of commercial and residential buildings and provide litigation support when required.
• Research building histories, applicable codes, and regulatory requirements, including historical and current code provisions.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
• Prepare technical reports, condition assessments, repair designs, bid documents, specifications, addenda, change orders, and related construction documentation.
• Conduct site visits, field observations, and construction phase services.
• Develop, maintain, and strengthen client relationships through exceptional service and technical expertise.

• Strong understanding of commercial and residential building envelope systems and appropriate material selection based on project requirements.
• Knowledge of the design, construction, evaluation, and repair of:
  • Glazing systems
  • Cladding assemblies
  • Insulation systems
  • Air barrier systems
  • Roofing systems
  • Waterproofing systems
• Ability to develop construction details and technical specifications using applicable building codes and ADA requirements.
• Experience researching and interpreting current and historical building codes, zoning requirements, and industry standards.
• Ability to assess and evaluate building performance and identify deficiencies.
• Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while…