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The Building Science Manager will lead the tesa North America Air & Waterproofing (AWP) strategic transformation from a component adhesive supplier to an industry building-science-driven system ...

The Building Science Manager will lead the tesa North America Air amp; Waterproofing (AWP) strategic transformation from a component adhesive supplier to an industry building-science-driven system ...

As minimum, a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, Construction Management, Building Science, or related field. * Technical experience with various building ...

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What is the difference between Building Science Manager vs Building Envelope Specialist?

AspectBuilding Science ManagerBuilding Envelope Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires engineering or architecture degrees, certifications like LEED or Building Science certificationsOften holds engineering, architecture degrees, and certifications related to building envelope or sustainability
Work EnvironmentOversees building performance, sustainability, and design integration in various projectsFocuses on building envelope systems, insulation, and moisture control in construction and renovation projects
Industry UsageUsed across construction, consulting, and building design firmsCommon in construction, architectural firms, and specialized consulting

The Building Science Manager and Building Envelope Specialist roles share a focus on building performance and sustainability, but the manager oversees broader building systems and project coordination, while the specialist concentrates on the building envelope's design and integrity.

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Building Science Manager

tesa SE

Sparta, MI โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Are you ready to revolutionize adhesive solutions with us?
At tesa, we're not just colleagues; we're collaborators who thrive on pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo. Our mission is to create sustainable adhesive solutions that improve the work, products, and lives of our customers - we're passionate about making a difference!
The Building Science Manager will lead the tesa North America Air & Waterproofing (AWP) strategic transformation from a component adhesive supplier to an industry building-science-driven system partner by establishing the company as a technical authority in building envelope performance, ensuring all products and system solutions are spec-defensible, field-defensible, and differentiated, while serving as the central link between R&D/Product Development, Specification/Technical Marketing, and Commercial/Key Account teams, and ultimately leading a team that includes Code Compliance and Technical Installation/Field Specialists.
How you'll help the formula:
  • Lead tesa North America Building Science Strategy - translate industry standards into technical advantage
  • Own System Performance & Qualifications - develop and implement qualifications gates such as durability, resistance, assembly and temperature performance
  • Drive Performance Philosophy - define performance basis for all aspects of technical requirements for system solutions
  • Enable System Selling & Specification Wins - create spec-read documentation and architect/consultant language
  • Customer & Partner Engagement - technical expert for tesa partners and key accounts
  • Other duties as assigned

Key Deliverables (initial 2-3 years)
  • Establish system qualification framework across all categories
  • Launch system-based solutions
  • Enable specification inclusion of solutions in key projects
  • Build internally aligned building-science narrative across R&D, Sales, and Marketing
  • Position tesa North America as a credible voice in durability and building envelope performance

Key elements for your role:
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Materials Science, or related field or equivalent experience
  • Deep understanding of:
    • Building envelope systems (WRB, air barrier, flashing, roofing)
    • Moisture management, air control, and durability principles
  • 7-12+ years in building envelope / facade systems / waterproofing / air barrier systems or related construction materials industry
  • Experience with all relevant standards including AAMA 711 (flashing durability), AC38 (WRB and air barrier acceptance criteria) and ASTM testing frameworks for adhesion, durability, and system performance
  • Up to 40% travel domestically, valid license and passport required

Posted on: 6/5/26
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