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Senior Building Envelope Consultant
Location: Christiansburg, VA / Richmond, VA / Remote (Hybrid options available)

About Raymond:
We are a progressive, forward-thinking architecture and engineering consulting firm with over 30 years of experience. Employee-focused and technology-driven, we deliver high-quality, cost-effective, and precise services to clients across diverse market sectors, including federal government, healthcare, education, and commercial industries. Our commitment to innovation, employee development, and project excellence has established us as a leader in the industry.

Position: Senior Building Envelope Consultant
We are seeking an experienced Senior Building Envelope Consultant to lead building envelope assessment, design, investigation, and construction administration efforts across a variety of project types. This role is responsible for providing technical expertise related to roofing systems, waterproofing, exterior wall assemblies, glazing systems, and building enclosure performance. The ideal candidate is a strong technical leader with field experience, project management capability, and the ability to mentor junior staff while supporting client development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead building envelope investigations, condition assessments, and forensic evaluations for existing and new construction projects.
• Perform and oversee inspections of roofing systems, waterproofing assemblies, exterior walls, glazing systems, and air/water barrier systems.
• Prepare technical reports, repair recommendations, specifications, and construction documents.
• Develop repair and rehabilitation solutions for deficient or aging building envelope systems.
• Manage building envelope projects from proposal development through construction completion.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients throughout project execution.
• Perform construction administration services including submittal review, RFIs, field observations, and punch list evaluations.
• Conduct or oversee diagnostic testing including infrared thermography, water infiltration testing, and moisture investigations.
• Mentor junior consultants, inspectors, and technical staff.
• Support business development activities, client relationship management, and proposal preparation efforts.
• Maintain familiarity with industry standards including IIBEC, ASTM, AAMA, NRCA, and ASHRAE guidelines.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 8–10+ years of building envelope consulting, roofing, waterproofing, or façade-related experience.
• Registered Roof Consultant (RRC), Registered Roof Observer (RRO), Registered Exterior Wall Consultant (REWC), PE, or RA licensure preferred.
• Strong understanding of roofing systems, waterproofing systems, façade assemblies, and building enclosure science.
• Experience with forensic investigations, repair design, and construction administration.
• Ability to perform field inspections, roof evaluations, and exterior envelope assessments.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Experience managing projects, schedules, and client relationships.
• Ability to travel as required for project assignments and site visits.
• OSHA 10/30 certification preferred.
• Drone Operator License and infrared thermography certification are a plus.
• Pre-employment drug test, background check, and valid driver’s license required.

Working Conditions:
This position includes both office and field responsibilities. Field work may involve climbing ladders, walking roofs, working at heights, lifting equipment, and performing inspections in varying weather conditions while utilizing appropriate PPE.

What We Offer:
We provide a collaborative and technically focused environment where consultants work on diverse and impactful projects while continuing to grow professionally. This role offers opportunities for leadership, technical specialization, mentorship, and long-term career advancement within a multidisciplinary firm.

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