Acceptance Testing, Architectural Engineering, Budgeting, Building Commissioning, Business Development, Civil Engineering, Commissioning, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Driver's License, Engineering Consulting, Failure Analysis, Field Trials, Green Construction, Insurance, Leadership, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Mentoring, Operations Management, Principal Component Analysis (PCA) , Professional Engineer, Profit & Loss Management, Project Tracking, Property Management, Real Estate Development, Structural Engineering, Structural Evaluation, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Testing, Waterproofing
ECS is offering an exciting opportunity for a Building Enclosure Department Manager to join our Florida Building Science + Infrastructure team in Miami, FL. In this role, you’ll lead projects involving inspections, testing, assessments, and commissioning of building envelopes for existing structures. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality consulting solutions to a diverse range of facilities and clients. If you have a strong technical background, proven leadership skills, and the drive to grow a department, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
Leadership & Practice Growth
- Lead and grow a department focused on Building Enclosure services
- Drive strategic business development initiatives and expand ECS’s presence within the local market
- Develop and strengthen relationships with REITs, developers, property managers, insurance companies, banks, contractors, and design professionals
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of engineers, architects, inspectors, and technical staff
- Manage departmental operations, staffing, utilization, and financial performance, including P&L responsibility
Technical & Project Oversight
- Oversee projects involving:
- Building envelope and enclosure evaluations
- Roof and waterproofing assessments
- Moisture and water intrusion investigations
- Property condition assessments (PCA)
- Forensic investigations and failure analysis
- Structural evaluations and related design work
- Code compliance inspections and plan review services
- Review technical reports, proposals, scopes, and deliverables to ensure quality and consistency
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams and clients
- Support project management efforts including scheduling, budgeting, and client communication
What We're Looking For:
What We’re Looking For
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Architecture (NCARB), or a related field
- 8+ years of related experience with building enclosure consulting, including field investigations, testing, commissioning (BECx), design review, or forensic assessments
- Licensed or certified in at least one of the following preferred but not required:
- Professional Engineer (P.E.)
- Registered Architect (R.A.)
- IIBEC certifications (RRC, RWC, REWC, RBEC, CBECxP)
- University of Wisconsin–Madison certifications (BECxP, CxA+BE)
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds multiple times per day, stand for extended periods, walk on uneven terrain, and perform work at heights.
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver’s license required if driving for or on behalf of an ECS subsidiary.
Why Join ECS?
- 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
- Be part of a growing and innovative team focused on technical excellence and client service
- Supportive work environment that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous learning
- Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits
- ECS is an employee-owned company with an Employee Stock Ownership program (ESOP)!
- 401(k) with up to 4% match
- Tuition Assistance Program
- And more!
ECS Core Values: Collaborate, Focus & Lead
Who We Are:
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 facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ 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 #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.