Senior Project Engineer or Architect – Building Science

Senior Project Engineer or Architect – Building Science & Forensics

Global Recruiters of Buckhead is conducting an exclusive executive search for a technical authority to step into a leadership seat at a premier architectural, engineering, and building science firm in Central Texas.

Our client provides expert guidance for high-stakes commercial, institutional, and educational facilities, specializing in roofing, exterior walls, and waterproofing.

Pay and Compensation

Austin, TX (Hybrid to Fully Remote) | $150,000 – $180,000 + Up to 30% Bonus

The Mission:
Technical Leadership & Project Lifecycle

As the Senior Project Engineer or Architect, the successful candidate will serve as the firm’s technical heartbeat, overseeing the full lifecycle of complex projects and ensuring a legacy of structural integrity.

• Mentorship & Supervision: Lead and train a dedicated team of Senior Project Managers and PMs to ensure technical excellence across all deliverables.
• Forensic Investigations: Supervise investigative surveys of roofing, glazing, and waterproofing components to identify deterioration and water infiltration. Review and approve comprehensive reports featuring technical recommendations and cost estimates.
• Peer Reviews: Review drawings and specifications for new construction projects via redline markups. Lead high-level meetings with clients to discuss comments and coordinate action items.
• Engineering & Architectural Design: Coordinate and lead the generation of building envelope plans, elevations, and details. Generate and review technical specifications in Microsoft Word.
• Bidding & Construction Phase: Direct bid-phase assistance, including pre-bid meetings. Provide elite construction supervision, leading progress meetings and generating site observation reports.
• Field Performance Testing: Lead meetings to discuss expectations and results of field performance testing related to the building envelope, while supervising the teams performing the testing.

The Standard:
Qualifications of an Expert

To be considered for this leadership position, candidates must reflect a high degree of technical precision and leadership readiness:

Professional Credentials & Education

• Desired Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) is highly preferred; however, candidates with an exceptional technical background and equivalent industry experience are encouraged to apply.
• Experience: A minimum of seven (7) years of dedicated building envelope consulting experience.
• Education: A 4-year Bachelor’s degree in architectural engineering, engineering, or a construction-related field.
• Software Mastery: High proficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and the Microsoft Office Suite.

Technical Track Record

• Experience acting as the primary point of contact for new construction peer reviews.
• Experience serving as the lead designer for roof replacements and window/wall repair projects.
• Proven success in providing high-quality construction phase project management.

Preferred Certifications (Optional but Encouraged)

• IIBEC Registered Roof Consultant (RRC) or Observer (RRO)
• IIBEC Registered Exterior Wall Consultant (REWC) or Observer (REWO)
• IIBEC Registered Waterproofing Consultant (RWC) or Observer (RWO)

The Reward:
Elite Compensation & Autonomy

Our client recognizes that top-tier talent requires a top-tier environment. They have structured the 2026 benefits package to be among the most competitive in the industry:

• Base Salary: $150,000 – $180,000 per year.
• Annual Performance Bonus: Up to 30% of base salary.
• 100% Paid
  
  Health Benefits:
  
  For 2026, employee health premiums are 100% paid by the company.
• Elite PTO: 30 Total Days (22 Vacation/Personal days + 8 Holidays).
• Logistics: $0.70/mile reimbursement (IRS rate) plus tolls and approved expenses.
• Work-Life Integration: Following a 6-month onboarding period in the Austin office (3 days per week), this role transitions to a fully remote work arrangement based on performance review.

Are you ready to lead?

If you are ready to transition from being a "cog in the machine" to becoming the technical architect of your own career, we invite you to apply.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Engineering, Consulting, and Project Management

Industries

Architecture and Planning & Engineering Services

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