Assistant Project Manager - Building Enclosures & Waterproofing

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Assistant Project Manager - Building Enclosures & Waterproofing

Potomac, MD

Description

Smislova, Kehnemui & Associates (SK&A) is a structural engineering consulting firm with specialization in structural repair & restoration and building enclosures. Our Building Enclosure + Waterproofing team provides consulting services for both new construction and existing buildings, supporting architects, developers, contractors, and property owners with technically rigorous, practical, and constructible solutions.

SK&A’s enclosure practice is intentionally integrated with structural engineering and repair & restoration expertise, allowing us to address complex enclosure performance issues with a systems-based approach grounded in constructability, durability, and long-term performance.

When you join the SK&A team, you’ll immediately be part of something bigger, part of a workforce that is continually transforming the region through a broad variety of unique and significant projects. You’ll be part of giving back to the community through programs like athletic games with JDRF, building gingerbread structures in Ginger town, and run/walkathons to support St. Jude’s. You’ll be connected with your coworkers in a “work hard, play hard” environment that enjoys frequent social gatherings from “Ice Cream Fridays” and holiday parties to game nights and company picnics.

You’ll be supported in your career growth with our mentorship and professional development programs. In short, you’ll be a vital, valued member of a company determined to equip you for growth and success.

Position
Overview

SK&A is seeking an Assistant Project Manager with 5–8 years of experience to support and grow our Building Enclosure + Waterproofing team. This role is suited for a technically strong consultant who is comfortable working independently on projects, contributing to design-phase consulting, performing field investigations, and supporting construction administration and quality assurance activities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering enclosure consulting services for new construction, renovations, and forensic investigations, while collaborating closely with senior consultants, structural engineers, architects, and contractors.

Design-Phase Consulting

• Perform technical reviews of architectural drawings and specifications at the SD, DD, and CD phases with a focus on enclosure performance, constructability, and system integration.
• Develop and review enclosure details, assemblies, and specifications for walls, roofs, waterproofing systems, and critical transitions.
• Identify enclosure performance risks related to air, water, thermal, and vapor control and provide clear, actionable recommendations.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, MEP consultants, and owners to resolve enclosure-related design issues.

Field Investigations & Existing Building Assessments

• Support or lead moisture intrusion investigations, leak diagnostics, and condition assessments.
• Assist with field testing programs, including water infiltration testing, air leakage testing, and roof moisture surveys.
• Prepare clear, concise technical reports documenting observations, findings, and repair recommendations.

Construction Phase Services

• Perform construction observation services for enclosure and waterproofing systems.
• Review submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs related to building enclosure systems.
• Assist with pre-installation meetings, mockups, and field quality control inspections.
• Support building enclosure commissioning (BECx) and quality assurance processes.
• Manage assigned tasks within project budgets and schedules.
• Coordinate with internal project managers and senior staff to support successful project delivery.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to internal technical knowledge sharing and standards development.

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Building Science, Construction Management, or related field.
• 5–8 years of professional experience in building enclosure consulting, waterproofing, façade engineering, or related disciplines.
• Working knowledge of building…