Team Lead, Engineering

Role: A Team Lead position in Rockville, Maryland for the Building Envelope department

The Falcon Group is seeking an experienced Team Lead to lead a team specializing on high-rise building envelope/façade and structural restoration projects. This individual will perform technical evaluations, develop detailed reports and design documents, participate in bidding and contractor selection, and provide construction administration and construction observation throughout project execution.

Candidates must have 5+ years of work experience working on, designing and/or managing high-rise building envelope/façade restoration projects such as on concrete, masonry, and steel building structures. Projects may include concrete and masonry façade restoration, concrete and steel balcony repair, parking structure restoration, and low-slope roofing replacement.

Need a bachelors degree and either a Professional Engineering or Registered Architect license

Estimated salary range for this position is $95,000 to $130,000.

The salary listed is an estimate and not guaranteed. The salary offered will vary based on experience, education, skills, abilities, and certifications/license if applicable

• Perform on-site evaluations of roofs, cladding, fenestration, balconies, waterproofing systems, and related envelope components.
• Conduct invasive testing, moisture diagnostics, leak investigations, and code-compliance assessments.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive engineering reports outlining observed conditions, causes of distress, code/manufacturer deficiencies, and recommended repairs.

• Develop repair and replacement design documents, including plans, details, and CSI-formatted specifications.
• Coordinate design solutions with internal architecture, structural, MEP, and forensic specialists.
• Ensure design documents align with current building codes, industry standards (ASTM, AAMA, TMS, ICC), and manufacturer requirements.

• Prepare bid packages and technical scopes of work.
• Lead pre-bid meetings, respond to bidder RFIs, and assist the client in contractor selection.
• Provide technical support during pricing evaluation and value-engineering discussions.

• Conduct construction observation visits, prepare field reports, and monitor compliance with design documents.
• Review submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, change orders, and payment applications.
• Support the client and contractor through project closeout, punch lists, and final quality verification.

• Serve as a technical resource for building envelope reviews, design development, and QA/QC processes.
• Mentor junior engineers, architects, and field staff.
• Assist in developing internal standards training materials, and best-practice procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Technology, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience with building envelope evaluations, design, and construction oversight.
• Strong experience with cladding systems (fiber cement, ACM, stucco/EIFS, adhered masonry veneer, rainscreens, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to write clear technical reports and present findings to boards, managers, and client groups

• IIBEC certifications (RRC, RWC, REWC, RBEC) highly preferred.
• Professional licensure (PE or RA).
• Experience with FORTIFIED, façade investigations, or forensic building science is beneficial.

• Strong understanding of building codes (IRC/IBC, IEBC, NJ UCC, local amendments).
• Familiarity with ASTM, AAMA, and TMS standards.
• Proficiency with CAD or BIM platforms preferred.
• Excellent communication,…