Building Envelope Field Engineer (Entry-level) presso NOVA Engineering

NOVA Engineering is seeking an Entry-Level Building Envelope Engineer to join our Facilities group in Kennesaw, GA. We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a positive attitude, be a team player and have a strong work ethic.

Essential Functions:

For this position the employee will be providing consulting, forensic/quality control field testing and inspection duties for commercial, retail, educational, multi-family, low to high-rise and manufacturing type structures for the public and private sectors. Successful candidates will be eager to learn and develop a strong understanding of various construction types with an emphasis on building enclosure components. Training and mentorship will be provided to build knowledge of standards within the construction industry. Knowledge of engineering and consulting principles and general business practices is also required.

Primary duties will include:

• Conduct visual building enclosure system surveys, moisture surveys, pre-design surveys and property condition assessments.
• Performance of forensic evaluations and investigations on building enclosure and roof components suffering performance issues and suspected of failing.
• Performance of field testing of roofing, waterproofing, window and curtainwall systems and other building components on new construction and existing facilities.
• Testing is generally in accordance with various ASTM, AAMA, TAS and ANSI standards.
• Review of construction documents including architectural drawings, shop drawings, submittals relative to the building enclosure.
• Performance of quality assurance site inspections relative to building enclosure and roof components to verify conformance with construction documents, manufacturer and industry standards.
• Preparation of technical reports documenting investigative results, testing and observations performed.
• Some occasional in-state and out of state overnight travel.

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Education:

• Interest in building enclosure systems such as wall claddings, windows, curtain wall systems, roofs, and waterproofing.
• Technical knowledge of building construction.
• Adept at reading and understanding plans & specifications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Building Sciences, Construction Management, or Architecture is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications.
• Remedial design experience relating to the Building Enclosure/Roof is a plus

Preferred Skills:

• Willingness to learn and pursue certifications such as Infrared Thermography and Registered Roof Observer (RRO). Training and mentorship will be provided.
• Good communication skills.
• Good report writing skills.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• 70-80% Field Assignments
• Climbing a ladder and observing from mechanical lifts

Check out our Perks:

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:

• Use of take-home Company Vehicle for daily travel to work sites
• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Certification reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
• Company paid short term disability coverage
• Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
• 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
• Wellness program with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program

NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Nova

Established in 1996, NOVA was originally founded to provide Environmental Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Materials Testing and Inspection services to the design and construction community, largely in the southeastern United States.  Since our founding, NOVA has added additional service lines such as Facilities and Building Envelope, Forensics, Municipal and more. We are dedicated to providing a wide variety of projects and services with an emphasis on collaboration and safety. We offer a stimulating and inspiring work environment where our employees are recognized for their efforts and achievements and are mentored for professional growth.

Currently, NOVA employs 650+ personnel in 18 offices serving clients throughout the southeastern United States and beyond. Our firm has professional and administrative support staff that includes registered professional engineers, registered professional geologists, environmental scientists, registered roof observers, LEED accredited professionals, soil/foundation engineers, laboratory specialists, materials technicians, ICC-certified inspectors, NICET-certified technicians, and AWS-certified welding inspectors. NOVA’s facilities include AASHTO-accredited laboratories in soils, concrete, aggregate and hot-mix asphalt testing/inspection. We also have CCRL-inspected laboratories for concrete sampling, curing, and testing.  NOVA will continue to expand its reach and reputation as a leader in the testing, inspection, and consulting fields with a strong legacy of quality and integrity by promoting our best internal resources and recruiting a diverse culture of valued and exceptional talent.

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