Building Envelope Inspector

Company Description

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects

SOCOTEC’s combination of expertise, experience and methods are increasingly recognized as best-in-class fueling significant growth.

SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

Job Description

This position will report to a Principal or designee level staff member within our Building Envelope division and will involve a variety of general functions, including but not limited to:

Understand exterior wall construction project phases including but not limited to shop drawing, modeling, design development and construction documents

Conduct field reviews and perform progress inspections on designated projects, which may include inspections conducted from the exterior of buildings utilizing suspended scaffolds, ladders, boom lifts, scissor lifts, and other elevated access equipment, as required.

Document and maintain well written reports on project related activity

Ensure familiarity with building codes in local markets

Advise Project manager on status, scheduling, effort of work and estimates for completion

Communicate effectively and establish strong working relationships with clients and project-related management teams. Inspectors are expected to remain reasonably accessible via phone, email, or text outside of regular business hours to respond to urgent job site requests, including but not limited to emergency site visits, active leak investigations, weather-related events, or other time-sensitive conditions that may require immediate attention.

Providing cross-functional support to ensure client needs and internal timelines/project activities are completed

Maintain detailed documents and progression of work from initial proposal through completion

Present project related technical information to clients and design teams

Occasional presentation of white paper\case studies to technical teams

Attend in-house seminars and scheduled team meetings

Maintain established utilization levels

Support junior technicians or entry level staff

Carry equipment up to 50 pounds

Perform all duties as assigned by your manager

Qualifications

Minimum of 1-3 years working with building envelope design, inspection, development and/or  engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Architectural, Civil, or Mechanical preferred)

Engineer in Training (EIT) certification preferred, or Engineering Intern (EI) designation in  accordance with the Florida Board of Professional Engineers.

Knowledge of broad architectural design theories/concepts and specific structural theories/concepts related to exterior wall construction

Experience using measurement devices

Minimum 10 hour OSHA certification preferred

ICC certifications preferred

Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings

Strong written and verbal communications skills

Excellent PC computer skills and experience with Microsoft Word or suitable document writing programs

Must demonstrate an ability to work in a dynamic team environment, to think outside the box, and  solve complex problems

Ability to be detail-oriented as well as see the bigger picture

Additional Information

SOCOTEC offers a competitive benefits package and an exciting & inclusive company culture where we foster learning and growth through our mentorship program, continuing education support, and other initiatives.

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.