Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Stevenson Consulting, a full-service engineering consulting firm operating in the Mid-Atlantic and Gulf region of the US since 1984, is seeking a Building Science Technician for our Facilities Group to cover the Richmond, VA and Washington, D.C. territory. This in-office position will be located in Ashland, VA.

As a Building Science Technician, you will be responsible for identifying and documenting the quality of building envelope construction on medium and large scale commercial construction projects. You will be supporting project managers, executing various quality assurance related tasks, and following our onsite testing protocols.

You will have the opportunity to work on high performance commercial construction, receive the necessary training to forward your building performance testing knowledge and skills, and help to incorporate various building science principles and practices into the design and execution of building projects.

The successful candidate has relevant experience, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work well with clients and staff, as well as the ability to work independently under the guidance and direction of our project managers. Knowledge of building performance-testing methods such as air barrier testing, diagnostic water testing, infrared thermography, and chamber testing is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular visits to construction sites
• Perform testing services professionally and competently
• Complete field reports accurately and in a timely manner
• Work closely with builders and subcontractors, providing onsite technical assistance with testing and quality assurance
• Work within a team and accountable for schedule and production
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Some regional travel, evening, and weekend work is required

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• At least two years of related experience
• Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) Licensed Field Auditor
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Comfortable climbing ladders and working at heights
• Able to lift 40-60 lb. equipment multiple times a day
• Must have valid driver's license, satisfactory driving history and suitable transportation for use on job sites – Mileage will be reimbursed

Desired Qualifications :

• Certified Infrared Thermographer – Level 2
• Experience with Whole Building Airtightness Testing of Large Buildings per ASTM E77
• Experience with Fenestration Testing per ASTM E783 and ASTM E1105
• Working knowledge of building enclosure systems, including one or more of the following: roofing, wall claddings, glazed assemblies, waterproofing, building enclosure diagnostic testing

Prior to employment, a background screening is required.

At this time, Stevenson Consulting will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Full time position with benefits, including certification testing assistance, mileage reimbursement, paid vacation, paid holidays, 401(k). Medical and dental insurance offered.

Drug Free, EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

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