Building Envelope Consultant

Building Envelope Consultant / Project Manager

KTA-Tator, Inc. (KTA) is a 100% employee‑owned materials engineering firm, internationally recognized as a leading expert in corrosion protection and asset integrity. KTA’s Commercial Services Group provides building envelope consulting services, including diagnostics, failure investigations, coating assessments, and quality assurance during remodel projects.

We’re looking for a driven, self‑starting professional to lead and perform technical assessments of commercial buildings while managing client needs from proposal through final deliverables and invoicing. This full‑time role is based in our Pittsburgh, PA corporate office or Dobson, NC field office, offering significant opportunities for professional development and career growth.

• Perform professional tier onsite building envelope consulting and diagnostic assessments, moisture intrusion surveys, failure investigations, coating condition assessments, and paint and building repair QA inspections.
• Coordinate with peers and external consulting engineering firms and commercial building owners to gain insight and determine root cause of problems identified.
• Explore client needs, verify understanding, and prepare responsive proposals that provide solutions to building envelope and moisture intrusion problems.
• Prepare written technical reports based on field assessments, including scopes of work, specifications, and recommendations for remediation, with minimal guidance.
• Effectively coordinate building inspection staff and review their reports and client deliverables for accuracy.
• Manage project assignments on time, on scope, and within budget in conformance with KTA’s scope of services and corporate quality standards.

• Bachelor’s degree (or specialized experience) in Architecture, Building Science, Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Technical experience in building science principles and a strong understanding of commercial building maintenance and remodel strategies, and determining cause(s) of moisture intrusion.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products (Excel and Word), reading and taking measurements, blueprint reading, and mathematically inclined.
• AutoCAD and Bluebeam proficiency – preferred.
• Ability to travel throughout the U.S. (30–50% expected), valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation.
• Registered Roof Observer (RRO), Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) coatings credentials, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) credentials – desired.
• Physical requirements:
  
  ability to hear, speak, smell; vision (close, distance, color, depth, ability to adjust focus); ability to climb and work from heights, safely lift 50 pounds, work outside, and walk on uneven ground or terrain.

Apply today to take the next step in becoming a part of a proudly 100% employee‑owned company that offers competitive pay and benefits! KTA is a casual, friendly workplace that values respect, diversity, and client success. Together we create long‑lasting relationships and advance careers.