Senior Facade Architect/Engineer
29 days ago
Jersey City
Job Description Who We Are At The Falcon Group, our mission is to deliver exceptional service across a broad range of industries, including multifamily, industrial, commercial, retail, hospitality, healthcare, and forensic/litigation support. Built on decades of experience, we provide a full spectrum of services, from architectural design to civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, as well as construction administration and forensic assessments. This integrated approach allows us to deliver comprehensive, cost-conscious solutions to our clients’ most complex challenges. With a growing presence in key markets and multiple regional offices, we’re expanding rapidly and always looking for talented professionals to join our team. Guided by collaboration, innovation, and integrity, The Falcon Group provides the environment and support to help you thrive personally and professionally. The Role Job Summary We are seeking an energetic, registered architect/licensed civil/structural engineer with strong experience in building façade projects, FISP inspections and familiarity in handling building façade projects in New York city area. The Senior Facade Architect/Engineer is responsible for leading and managing building façade architectural and engineering projects, overseeing design development, providing technical expertise, and ensuring the successful delivery of projects within scope, budget and timeline. Responsibilities and Duties: • Coordinate and manage internal kick-off, milestone, and closeout meetings for projects, fostering effective communication and collaboration among team members and stakeholders., • Verify schedules and ensure adherence to project plans and timelines, both internally and with external resources, to meet project objectives efficiently., • Conduct and coordinate on-site inspections, documenting existing conditions, performing field testing, photographing, and creating hand-sketches. Observes/ tracks work in progress to ensure compliance with project specifications., • Coordinates the recording of accurate field measurements and performs calculations throughout the duration of the project., • Prepare written correspondence with clients and contractors, maintaining clear and professional communication throughout the project lifecycle., • Understand and review investigation reports and bid documents, including drawings and technical specifications, to ensure accurate interpretation and implementation., • Communicate project status and proactively address any issues or discrepancies that arise. Escalate unresolved issues to their direct supervisor in a timely manner., • Maintain organized records, files, drawings, and other essential project data ensuring that they are appropriately filed within the company’s systems for easy accessibility and future reference., • Collect post-project feedback to identify areas of improvement and communicate the feedback to their direct supervisor., • Keep up to date with job knowledge and industry trends through active participation in educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and engaging in professional societies and networks., • Engage in networking activities and represent the company at events, seminars, continuing education presentations. Actively seek marketing opportunities to promote the organization’s presence in the industry., • Performs other duties as related to the position as assigned by the firm, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to contributing to the overall success of the team. Special Requirements Technical • Provide technical guidance and expertise to the team throughout the design and construction phases, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, codes and standards., • Performs and coordinate design, calculations and drawings., • Performs peer review of other technical data prepared by internal Engineers/Architects as well as third party entities., • Perform and coordinate forensic inspections, applying technical expertise to assess project conditions and identify potential issues or deficiencies., • Able to serve as an expert witness and depositions, mediations, or litigation., • Conducts a wide range of testing, including but not limited to material testing, structural analysis and performance evaluations. Supervises testing activities and ensures accurate data collection for accurate interpretation of results., • Generate comprehensive field reports detailing observations, measurements, and findings from site visits and inspections., • Generate expert reports that provide in-depth analysis, conclusions, and recommendations based on project requirements and findings., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including clients, contractors and consultants to coordinate project activities and resolve technical issues., • Collaborate with legal teams and represent the firm in mediations, providing expert opinions and strategic guidance., • Participate in meetings with clients and stakeholders to understand project objectives, present design proposals, and provide technical recommendations., • Works closely with the team to understand the scope of work, budget, goals, deliverables, and timeline to ensure project success. Education • Professional Engineer or Registered Architect license required., • Maintain compliance with licensing requirements and applicable regulations., • OSHA-10 Certification, • Proficient written and verbal communication abilities., • Attention to detail and accuracy in project documentation and deliverables., • Strong project management and organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects concurrently., • Knowledge of building codes, regulations, standards and familiarity with FISP inspections and local law regulations on inspections., • Professional and courteous interaction with clients and colleagues., • Ability to attend client meetings and events, as needed., • Flexibility to work overtime, as needed., • Familiarity with drafting software for positions that utilize the software (AutoCAD, BricsCAD, Revit) for positions that utilize the software., • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, fostering a positive and productive work environment, along with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with team members from various disciplines., • Ability to work in the field and to travel outside local areas as workload and projects when needed. Lifting • Safe operation and use of ladders, scaffolds, and other access equipment as required., • Exposure to prolonged periods outdoors, which might extend beyond 3 hours., • Ability to work in diverse weather conditions, including but not limited to:, • Temperatures above 85°ree;F or below 40°ree;F., • High humidity levels (above 90%). Equal Opportunity Employer/ Veterans/ Disabled Powered by JazzHR vNQ6EEkP4a
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