Job Abstract

WDP & Associates is looking for a highly motivated team player to join our Special Consulting Division as a Building Envelope Technologist. This entry level position is the premier opportunity for an ambitious candidate to receive the hands-on training necessary to develop into an experienced Building Envelope Technologist. You will receive mentorship from our senior technical staff and will be trained to perform evaluation and testing of buildings and structures experiencing leakage, distress, or failures.

You’ll gain diverse knowledge and experience with building envelope components such as windows, doors, curtainwalls, storefronts, skylights, masonry, metal and composite panels, exterior cladding systems, roofing, and waterproofing systems, as well as structural components. The ideal candidate will demonstrate commitment to a lasting career in the architecture/engineering/construction industry.

You must be able to follow directions, work collaboratively, and creatively solve problems on the fly. Previous experience in the construction, engineering, or architecture industry is preferred, but not required. Skills with carpentry and/or assembly are also highly sought, but not required.

Pre-existing certifications in safety and access are preferred, but WDP will train the right candidate in safety and other required topics. Daily field work on active construction sites (including working from heights) is required.

Depending on candidate location, this position can be centrally located in our Manassas, Blacksburg, or Charlottesville offices. Daily field work on active construction sites (including working from heights) is required. Day travel (within 100 miles) is a daily requirement and overnight travel may be required up to 50% of the work week.

Duties include:

• Site visits and field testing of architectural elements
• Recording images and data to create detailed site visit reports
• Creatively solving challenges in the field

WDP is a small business certified, employee-owned company providing a comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 3 weeks of paid time off and 7 paid holidays (at hire, this increases over time!)
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company-paid participation in industry groups, memberships, and professional seminars.

WDP is a forensic engineering consulting firm with an extensive portfolio across the nation of projects ranging from historic preservation to new construction. At WDP, we strive to create a work environment that fosters employee interaction and inclusiveness. From the founders of the company to senior leaders to project managers, we encourage an open-door policy where all staff can ask questions and have their voices heard. We strongly believe that creating a work environment that is fun and enjoyable leads to better work-life balance and more satisfied clients. WDP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Experience in construction preferred
• Carpentry/assembly skills preferred
• Previous experience conducting field testing of building envelope components preferred
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with computers, including Microsoft, and Adobe is required for reports
• Lift and/or carry 40+ lbs.
• Ability to safely navigate construction sites, stairways, and other obstacles.
• Travel is a requirement for this position. Occasionally, evening or weekend work may be required.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving history over the past 3 years
• Authorized to work in the United States