Director, Roofing & Building Envelope Design

About Mantis

We help organizations improve how their buildings perform by bringing together energy, facility operations, and sustainability into one connected approach. At Mantis, our teams work across the full lifecycle of a facility—from planning and design to field execution and long-term asset management—across commercial and industrial portfolios, data centers, and complex mechanical systems. Our work spans four core areas: Building Controls, Energy Efficiency, Energy Advisory, and Facility Management—covering HVAC/mechanical optimization, BMS/BAS and EPMS controls, lighting system upgrades, energy brokerage, roofing and building envelope assessments, construction management, and more. Whether you’re in sales, engineering, construction/project management, field operations, corporate, or technology, you’ll play a role in delivering these solutions and helping clients improve facility performance. SUMMARY

Mantis Innovation is seeking a strategic and technically proficient Director of Roofing & Building Envelope Design to lead and grow our national Roofing & Building Envelope consulting practice. This role is responsible for overseeing technical excellence, project delivery, people leadership, quality assurance, talent development, and market growth across our Commercial & Industrial (C&I), MUSH (Municipal, University, School, and Healthcare), Food & Beverage, Banking, and Corporate Real Estate client sectors. The Director will provide leadership and direction for a multidisciplinary team of roofing consultants, building envelope specialists, architects, designers, specification writers, and CAD professionals. The successful candidate will serve as the operational leader of the practice, ensuring consistent execution, profitability, quality standards, and client satisfaction while advancing Mantis' position as a trusted advisor in roof asset management, building envelope consulting, design services, and capital project planning. This position is intended for an experienced roofing and building envelope professional and does not require an architectural license. \n

OUTCOMES (SCORECARD FOR SUCCESS)

Grow Roofing & Building Envelope consulting revenue in line with annual practice targets. Maintain strong client retention and satisfaction across strategic accounts. Deliver projects on time, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements. Meet project profitability and margin expectations for the practice. Reduce quality-related issues through consistent QA/QC standards and technical review. Improve team engagement, retention, and development through coaching, staffing discipline, and succession planning. Demonstrate general attitude, collaborative spirit, and availability consistent with Mantis leadership expectations. Practice Leadership

Lead and manage the Roofing & Building Envelope Design practice across all regions. Establish and execute the strategic vision, goals, processes, and performance standards for the group. Create scalable delivery models and standard operating procedures to support growth. Develop staffing plans and organizational structures to support current and future workload demands. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and technical excellence. Build a high-performing team through coaching, mentoring, succession planning, and Technical Leadership

Serve as the senior technical authority for roofing and building envelope design projects. Oversee preparation and review of roof replacement designs, repair specifications, bid documents, construction details, and building envelope assessments. Ensure consistency and quality across all design deliverables. Guide technical approaches for complex roofing, waterproofing, façade, and enclosure projects. Promote adoption of industry best practices, emerging technologies, and innovative solutions. Maintain awareness of evolving roofing systems, building enclosure technologies, codes, and industry standards. Project Delivery & Quality Assurance

Oversee a portfolio of design and consulting projects from assessment through closeout. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements. Implement and maintain robust QA/QC processes across all deliverables. Participate in project reviews, risk management discussions, and constructability evaluations. Monitor resource utilization and project performance metrics. Client Leadership

Serve as a trusted advisor to key clients and strategic accounts. Participate in executive-level client meetings, presentations, and planning discussions. Support roof asset management programs and capital planning initiatives. Develop long-term client relationships that drive recurring revenue and expanded service offerings. Partner with Operations and Sales teams to ensure successful project execution and client satisfaction. Business Development & Growth

Support business development efforts through proposal development, interviews, scope development, and technical presentations. Identify opportunities to expand roofing and building envelope services into existing accounts. Collaborate with Market Leaders to grow service offerings within C&I, MUSH, Food & Beverage, Banking, and Corporate real estate sectors. Support strategic initiatives, acquisitions, and integration efforts related to consulting and design services. Assist in developing annual growth, revenue, and margin objectives for the practice. Team Development

Recruit, develop, and retain top consulting and design talent. Conduct performance management, career development, and succession planning activities. Support professional certifications and industry involvement. Build a team environment focused on collaboration, accountability, and customer service. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

15+ years of progressive experience in commercial roofing, roof consulting, building envelope consulting, design, architecture, engineering, or related disciplines. 7+ years of leadership experience managing technical consulting, design, engineering, or professional services teams. Demonstrated experience leading multi-location teams and complex project portfolios. Strong expertise in:

Commercial roofing systems Building envelope and façade systems Waterproofing systems Building assessments Construction administration Design specifications Capital planning and asset management

Experience serving large portfolio clients across multiple facilities and geographic locations. Proven ability to manage financial performance, resource planning, and operational execution. Excellent communication, presentation, and client relationship management skills. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Registered Roof Consultant (RRC) Registered Roof Observer (RRO) Registered Exterior Wall Consultant (REWC) Registered Exterior Wall Observer (REWO) Professional Engineer (PE) Project Management Professional (PMP) IIBEC certifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Building Science, or related field WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work environment: Office, remote, client-site, and field environments, including commercial facilities and active construction settings. Physical requirements: Regular computer work, meetings, travel, site walks, climbing stairs or ladders where permitted, and occasional exposure to outdoor conditions. Schedule expectations: Full-time role with travel and schedule flexibility based on client needs, project deadlines, and leadership responsibilities. \n

$130,000 - $150,000 a year \n Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. What else can we offer you? We offer a fantastic lineup of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401k Matching, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, and a flexible hybrid work schedule (for office-based employees). Working at Mantis also brings tremendous professional development opportunities that allow you to make a real impact on both the company and your career! Not sure you meet every single requirement? Studies show that women and individuals from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they check every box. At Mantis, we’re committed to building an inclusive and equitable team—so if this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you, even if your experience doesn’t match every single qualification. Mantis Innovation is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.