Building Envelope Specialist

Walker ConsultantsOverland Park, KSJob.boközzétéve: 2026. 10. 15.

What You'll Do

  • Perform on-site condition assessments and construction observations to record existing conditions.
  • Perform investigations and testing to diagnose building envelope issues using various testing tools and techniques.
  • Support Building Enclosure Commissioning activities during pre-design, design, construction, and occupancy phases.
  • Analyze field data and prepare technical reports for clients that summarize the investigation and recommendations.
  • Work with an interdisciplinary project team to prepare Construction Documents including project drawings and specifications to implement repairs or rehabilitation of a building exterior.
  • Analyze current building codes to determine its impacts on the project.
  • Ability to work with a Project Manager to maintain project goals for budget and schedule.
  • Desire to foster strong technical skills in different enclosure materials such as curtain wall windows, roofing types, brick, stucco, stone and metal cladding systems.
  • Curiosity to dig deep into problems and apply knowledge of enclosure systems, diagnostic testing and the scientific method under atypical conditions.

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor or better in Architecture or Engineering from ABET or NAAB accredited institution.
  • 5-10 years of previous Building Envelope experience
  • Working towards licensure in either architecture or engineering with a NCARB Architectural Experience Program (AXP) record or EIT status, or ability to attain it.
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings.
  • Basic understanding of building enclosure materials, attachments, thermodynamics, insulation, and air barrier systems.
  • Basic understanding of facade and roofing detailing. Strong technical communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Ability to work in the office and in the field.
  • Ability to work from elevated heights such as swing-stage scaffolding, man-lift, ladder or roof.
  • This role may require occasional travel locally and outside the local area.