Project Architect - Architecture - Senior

ECS is seeking a Building Enclosure Senior Project Architect to join our Florida Building Science + Infrastructure team in Sarasota, FL. In this role, you will manage building enclosure consulting projects and serve as a lead technical consultant on building enclosure investigations, assessments, commissioning, testing, and design consulting. You will work closely with clients and multidisciplinary project teams to evaluate building envelope performance, support construction quality, and deliver practical consulting solutions across a variety of facility types. This is a client-facing role with daily interaction with clients, architects, contractors, engineers, and owners. The position involves significant responsibility for project management, technical execution, and mentorship of junior staff within a collaborative consulting environment.

Technical & Field Work

Perform building science & infrastructure related testing, inspections, and consulting services.

Conduct site observations and inspections of roofing and building enclosure systems.

Interpret drawings, figures, and site plans; perform drafting or CAD work as needed.

Develop testing plans and perform specialized building enclosure testing.

Perform building enclosure investigations, forensic assessments, and commissioning (BECx).

Perform new construction design reviews and design of repairs to existing building envelope components.

Perform peer review of design documents, specifications, and submittals.

Maintain knowledge of applicable building codes and standards including IBC, ASHRAE, ASTM, SMACNA, and CSI.

Project Management

Manage building science & infrastructure projects from setup through completion.

Coordinate project teams and direct site activities with field staff, subcontractors, and senior managers.

Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining schedule, scope, and budget objectives.

Monitor project progress and communicate schedule updates, testing activities, and potential budget impacts.

Communicate project milestones with clients and advise on significant project changes.

Interface with clients regularly and lead project meetings and discussions.

Present testing results, project findings, and recommendations to clients.

Maintain and develop client relationships and support growth of the client database.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on project execution.

Mentor junior staff and supervise field personnel performing inspections and testing.

Coordinate staffing needs with other managers to support project execution.

Prepare building science & infrastructure reports, perform analysis, and provide recommendations.

Ensure reports meet professional standards for clarity, accuracy, and technical content.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architectural Engineering, or Architecture (NCARB).

5+ years of related experience with building enclosure consulting, including field investigations, testing, commissioning (BECx), design review, or forensic assessments.

Strong knowledge of building science, building enclosure systems, and construction practices.

Strong knowledge of building codes, materials, and structural or architectural systems.

Strong project management and consulting skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects and lead multidisciplinary teams.

Nationwide Building Science + Infrastructure Consulting practice made up of more than 180 employees with deep technical expertise and opportunities for collaboration across the country

Opportunity to lead high-profile projects with technical complexity and visibility

Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits

ECS is an employee-owned company with an Employee Stock Ownership program (ESOP)!

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). J-18808-Ljbffr Engineering Consulting Services