Building Enclosure Technologist II

DTR Consulting Services, the “Building Science Guys” is a specialized Architectural & Building Envelope (Enclosure) Consulting Firm based in California. For the past 18 years, we have been focused on the technical aspects within the Building/Design Industry assisting Owners, Developers & Design Professionals throughout the US with the most technical aspects of physical constructed building during design, construction, and post occupancy.

We are expanding our Building Science Division, specializing in high-performance building envelope systems, forensics, and construction observation/independent inspection services.

DTR Consulting provides building envelope design, 3rd party peer reviews, construction observation/inspection services, enclosure commissioning, site assessments, and building forensics for a vast array of building types and uses.

DTR is an exciting and growing company looking for the right people to help us expand and prosper. We love great architecture, building science, technology, education, and care about the people that work for us. Join us and watch your career grow. Work on the type of projects and the environment you always wanted. Our management style is to hire those who are self-motivated, eager to learn, confident, and not afraid to fail.

In doing so, we trust in each other's individual performance.

DTR is currently seeking a Building Envelope Technologist II in our Sacramento CA offices to conduct field observations of building envelope components including; below grade waterproofing, roofing, masonry, flashings, EIFS/plaster, deck waterproofing/coatings, rain screens, tank liners, weather vapor barriers, and window framing assemblies for medium-to-large scale multi-family residential, institutional, and commercial projects. Candidates must have the ability to clearly understand construction drawings and specifications and document field observations/inspections in written field reports.

DTR will provide initial training in our methods of operation, but candidates must have solid demonstrated knowledge of building construction and prior field experience with a similar consulting firm.

Office and Field Tasks & Duties Include:

• Perform roofing, waterproofing, and building enclosure field observations and/or testing as directed and identify installation defects. Familiarity with different roofing, waterproofing, and building enclosure systems is strongly desired
• Prepare thorough and accurate field reports related to construction activities observed in the field
• Assist with field assessments, design, and observations of construction or testing activities. Communicate with and coordinate the installation of waterproofing systems and other exterior enclosure components in accordance with the Contract Documents & manufacturers written instructions with the Architect, Owner Representatives, Contractors, Subcontractors, Consultants, and other team members
• Transports equipment, specimens, or documents to field personnel, laboratory, clients, or other offices. Provide physical assistance in testing equipment set-up
• Collaborate closely with the professional staff involved in field assessments and forensic investigations. Assist on responses to project Requests for Information (RFI’s)
• Participate actively in field assessments or investigations by assisting in data collection. Document the findings and observations during field assessments or investigations.
• Identify opportunities to sell and perform additional work for clients and projects requires a proactive approach and a focus on understanding the needs and goals of your clients
• Assist with product submittals, shop drawings, and substitution requests
• Assist other technicians or professional staff on routine tasks and special projects as required

• Minimum of three years of progressive building inspection and construction observation/monitoring experience working as an architect, field monitor/observer, building enclosure engineer, inspector, foreman, or superintendent in the construction industry, related to the building enclosure.
• Knowledge of the State of California building codes
• Knowledge of building…