Principal Consultant- Building Envelope

Job Description

Job Description

At Rimkus, our Built Environment Solutions team operates on a global scale with the advantage of local expertise. Our licensed engineers, architects, and technical specialists bring deep knowledge of regional requirements and industry best practices, enabling us to deliver customized, high-quality solutions that maximize the success of our clients’ investments. With a comprehensive portfolio that spans nearly every engineering and architectural discipline, we help organizations plan, build, and manage assets with confidence.

What sets us apart is our forward-thinking approach. We integrate carbon footprint reduction, resiliency, maintainability, and long-term sustainability into everything we do helping clients not just meet today’s needs but prepare for tomorrow’s challenges. From design and pre-construction through construction, closeout, and ongoing operations, we provide tailored support at every stage. By identifying potential issues before they arise, we mitigate risks, extend asset life, and reduce costly unplanned repairs. Whether an asset is newly constructed, leased, or purchased, our innovative solutions empower clients to operate more efficiently and sustainably. Joining Rimkus means being part of a team that’s shaping the future of the built environment—one smart, resilient solution at a time.

Requirements

Rimkus is seeking an experienced Principal Consultant – Building Envelope & Coastal Resilience to lead complex building envelope consulting projects focused on durability, performance, and resilience. This role is ideal for a senior technical professional who is passionate about helping clients protect assets from hurricanes, flooding, severe wind events, moisture intrusion, and long-term environmental exposure.

As a Principal Consultant, you will provide expert guidance on building envelope systems for new and existing structures, perform forensic investigations, develop resiliency strategies, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions for clients across commercial, institutional, multifamily, and critical infrastructure sectors.

• Evaluate, assess, and design building envelope systems that improve resiliency against coastal hazards, including hurricanes, storm surge, flooding, wind-driven rain, salt-air exposure, and other extreme weather events.
• Conduct building envelope assessments and forensic investigations related to moisture intrusion, corrosion, storm damage, and climate-related performance concerns.
• Develop repair, rehabilitation, and resiliency strategies for existing buildings in coastal and high-wind regions.
• Provide consulting services related to flood-resistant design, climate adaptation, durability, and long-term asset protection.
• Review plans and specifications for compliance with applicable building codes, FEMA guidance, NFIP requirements, ASCE 7 wind-load requirements, ASCE 24 Flood Resistant Design and Construction standards, and coastal resilience best practices.
• Partner with architects, engineers, contractors, and building owners to integrate resilient envelope solutions into new construction and renovation projects.
• Research building histories and identify applicable code updates and compliance requirements.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, including schedules, budgets, scopes, and deliverables.
• Prepare technical reports, condition assessments, repair designs, specifications, bid documents, addenda, and change orders.
• Mentor and oversee junior engineers and architects while fostering technical excellence.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor for building envelope and resiliency matters.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in building envelope design, assessment, investigation, construction documentation, construction administration, or project management.
• 5+ years of experience leading and mentoring engineers and architects involved in building envelope assessment, testing, design, and construction oversight.
• Strong technical writing, report preparation, and project management skills.
• Ability to develop and manage project budgets, scopes, and schedules.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment and critical thinking.
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 20% for project assignments.

• Registered Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience with projects located in coastal, hurricane-prone, or high-wind regions.
• Expertise in flood-resistant design, water intrusion prevention, corrosion mitigation, and climate adaptation strategies.
• Familiarity with FEMA flood-resilient construction guidance, NFIP requirements, ASCE 24, and related resilience standards.
• Experience performing vulnerability assessments and developing resiliency recommendations for commercial, institutional, multifamily, or critical infrastructure facilities.
• Understanding of emerging climate risks and their impact on building performance, durability, service life, and lifecycle costs.

At Rimkus, you'll work alongside industry-leading experts solving complex challenges that help protect buildings, infrastructure, and communities. We offer opportunities to lead impactful projects, mentor talented professionals, and contribute to innovative resilience strategies in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

• 40% Office-based work
• 40% Field work and client meetings
• 20% Overnight travel

The Salary Range for this position is $130,000 - $195,000 and is dependent on education, experience, location and certifications/licensure.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, AND TRAVEL

Physical Demands – Work will be performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (i.e., Client’s office, industrial, construction, and/or residential sites). Employee is frequently required to stand, sit, climb ladders, bend, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and drive a motor vehicle to job sites. Employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employee must be attentive, focused, and alert when conducting site inspections, speaking, and interacting with clients, preparing drawings and written reports. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary.

Overtime – This position is classified as salaried with an exempt FLSA status. Regular working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with one hour for lunch. There will be periods where overtime will be required, which the employee will need to comply with in order to meet the demands of the position.

Additional Information:

NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement! (

At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions.

Rimkus is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development