Building Enclosure Associate - Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates : Job Details

Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) is seeking a curious, committed, and enthusiastic Associate with 3 to 7 years of industry experience and a passion for problem-solving-from forensic engineering and architecture projects to building restoration and repair design. Join our growing team of architects and engineers in WJE's Seattle, Washington* office.

* WJE Seattle is currently in the Georgetown neighborhood; however, our office is relocating to Pioneer Square in January 2025.

Working at WJE is a team endeavor characterized by a culture of trust and personal responsibility. We encourage open communication, continuous learning, innovative thinking, ongoing mentoring, and free-flowing collaboration. We seek highly talented and hard-working individuals who want to be challenged, who want hands-on work, who want to set a higher standard, and who want to be mentored by the industry's most accomplished experts. People with outstanding Character, unwavering Commitment to our core and culture, strong Expertise, and genuine Enthusiasm for their work.

If you are enthusiastic about solving problems, curious about the built world, and committed to doing exceptional work-we want you on our team! Learn more about the Extraordinary People we hire at WJE at www.wje.com/careers.

Responsibilities:

* Perform hands-on forensic investigations, condition assessments, and construction administration, which may include documenting distress, performance evaluation, diagnostic field testing, collecting data and samples, and troubleshooting details

* Analyze field data and research modern and historic construction documents, governing codes, and design guidelines to facilitate analysis, problem-solving, and repair design

* Prepare conceptual, preliminary, and final client deliverables, including written reports, calculation packets, construction documents, repair design details (developed by hand and in CAD), and project specifications

* Assume responsibility for key aspects of projects and complete assignments with limited oversight, under the guidance of licensed professionals

* Interface with project teams, clients, contractors, and other architectural and engineering disciplines

* Contribute to company-wide objectives through involvement in office and company development initiatives, continuing education and in-person training workshops, in-house Technical Resource Groups (TRGs) and research projects, and relevant industry committees and professional organizations

Qualifications / Competencies:

* Three to seven years of relevant industry experience, with a demonstrated interest in the investigation, construction, rehabilitation, and repair design of various modern and historic structures, facade types, building enclosure systems, and construction materials

* Bachelor's degree or higher in architecture, architectural engineering, civil engineering, or a related field

* Demonstrated progress towards attaining relevant licensure/certifications appropriate for experience level; licensure as a Registered Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Washington a plus

* Strong technical, graphical, written, and verbal communication skills

* Team player mindset with a willingness to proactively take on various roles and responsibilities

* Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing demands, while maintaining productive interpersonal relationships and a high standard of excellence, integrity, and attention to detail

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without a reasonable accommodation. This position requires visual acuity and listening ability. Individuals must have the dexterity to be able to operate computers, printers, copiers, telephones, voicemail, and other office and field equipment. Requirements may also include:

* Ability to travel and attend meetings at various office, field, and construction sites

* Ability to perform inspections of buildings and other structures, both visually and with instruments

* Ability to safely work at heights, in confined spaces, and in a variety of occupationally hazardous locations, including outdoors with exposure to temperature extremes

* Ability to safely use and/or operate ladders, scaffolds, lifts, and other access equipment

* Ability to lift and carry materials, tools, and other heavy equipment up to 50 lbs.

* Medically fit to utilize respiratory protection devices and other forms of Personal Protective Equipment

* Ability to drive and safely operate a motor vehicle

Culture, Compensation, and Benefits:

Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) is a global firm of engineers, architects, and materials scientists. Clients worldwide seek our expertise to solve the most significant, interesting, and challenging problems in the built world. Our applied experience from more than 175,000 projects combined with unparalleled laboratory and testing capabilities have made WJE a leader in providing innovative yet practical solutions to the clients we serve.

WJE is an employee-owned company that employs a diverse group of C2E2 people, who enjoy a fulfilling and flexible work environment; one that is inclusive and genuinely values and fairly treats every employee; one that is based on trust and personal responsibility; one that encourages open communication, continued learning, innovative thinking, excellence, and teamwork; and one that provides each employee a combined opportunity for personal, professional, and financial growth that is unsurpassed in our business.

Annual starting base salary (gross): $98,500 to $127,000. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on several factors including consideration for a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Base salary is one component of our total compensation package for employees. WJE offers an industry-leading total rewards package that enables our employees to grow and thrive with comprehensive health and financial benefits including robust and affordable health plans, generous 401(k) matching and bonus programs, time off to care for yourself and others, and investments in employees' professional development, to name a few. More information on WJE's total rewards package can be found at

WJE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants to apply including individuals with disabilities, minorities, women, and protected veterans (VEVRAA federal contractor).

WJE will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of Fair Chance Ordinances.

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