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SOCOTEC Global

Global TIC testing, inspection, certification

Building Envelope Senior Associate

Architecture & Civil EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAlameda, CA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5–10 years of working experience with building envelope projects.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering.
  • Registration as an Architect or Professional Engineer in California is required.
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent computer skills and experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) or suitable document, computing, and presentation programs.
  • Ability to work independently and within a team, think creatively, and solve complex problems.
  • Ability to be detail-oriented while also seeing the bigger picture.
  • Ability to travel approximately 20% of the time.

Responsibilities

  • Work on building envelope projects in all phases, including below-grade, exterior wall, and roof construction for new and existing structures.
  • Manage projects and deliverables successfully.
  • Conduct project-level reviews and make progress with Project Managers on designated assignments, including scope and budget tracking to support Project Managers.
  • Lead meetings with internal team members and external construction managers, subcontractors, design consultants, and owners about building envelope matters.
  • Review and produce detailed written reports and project documentation, and draw or sketch architectural details to support building-envelope analysis and reporting.
  • Maintain current knowledge of building codes in local markets.
  • Assess technical needs on projects and request support for work requirements.
  • Build relationships and communicate with clients and job-related management teams.
  • Break down technical needs and deliverables, and manage associated budgets and schedules for successful execution of assigned projects.
  • Keep the Principal in charge informed about project status, timelines, budget tracking, and key concerns.
  • Assist with billing review and collections where necessary.
  • Provide manpower updates and report resource availability.
  • Participate in corporate initiatives and associate-level meetings to maintain and develop protocols and procedures for continued improvement.
  • Assist the Principal in charge with new proposal estimates and solicitation of new business.
  • Respond to clients and communicate effectively when project emergencies arise.
  • Publish or participate in industry outreach and speaking engagements.
  • Present in-house seminars or related topics periodically, including lunch-and-learn sessions.
  • Obtain professional certifications appropriate to the level of responsibility, including AIA certification for signing and stamping drawings and designs, primarily in California.
  • Manage and mentor the field services team by training staff in thorough fieldwork, teaching them what to look for, and guiding preparation for site visits and associated reporting for new construction and forensic work.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional Manager or Building Envelope divisional leadership.

Desired Qualifications

  • A master’s degree in Architecture or Engineering.

About the Company

SOCOTEC Global

Global TIC testing, inspection, certification

SOCOTEC Global provides Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) services for the construction and built environment. Its work spans technical inspection, risk management, safety compliance, and quality assurance across projects and facilities. The company achieves this through field inspections, laboratory testing, and certification processes conducted by experts, with a global network that supports projects from design through operation. Compared with competitors, SOCOTEC differentiates itself through a long history of sector specialization, a proven track record of strategic acquisitions that expanded its geographic reach (France, Europe, the United Kingdom, and the United States) and its scale (revenue over €1.6 billion after recent acquisitions like Ninyo & Moore), and a focus on integrating services to cover the full TIC value chain. Its goal is to be a leading, globally trusted TIC partner for risk management, compliance, and performance improvement in the built environment.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Private
Total funding
$594M
Headquarters
Guyancourt, France
Founded
1953

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