Project & Testing Specialist - Building Enclosure Job Listing at Intertek in Cleveland, OH (Job ID 9905)

Description

Project & Testing Specialist – Cleveland, Ohio 

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Project Specialist to join our Building Science Solutions team in Cleveland, Ohio. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the Building Science Solutions – Building & Construction group!

Intertek's Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities. 

Intertek's Building Science Solutions (BSS) group is primarily focused on building enclosure consulting, commissioning, and field performance testing for new construction and retrofit projects.

What are we looking for?

The Project Specialist will support project managers and senior team members to ensure the success of our projects during various phases of design, construction and performance testing. The work will include coordination/testing for new construction projects, new construction enclosure consulting during design and construction phases, and evaluation, investigation, and repairs for existing buildings. This position may travel frequently within and outside the local area, depending on workloads and project locations; estimate is 25%-70%.

Shift/Schedule: Monday – Friday, core business hours, occasional weekend work, if required.

What you'll do:

• Manage, coordination, scheduling and lead field performance testing and water leakage testing of roofing and waterproofing systems, windows, curtain walls, and other building elements.
• Perform / lead field performance testing and water leakage testing of roofing and waterproofing systems, windows, curtain walls, and other building elements
• Perform select consulting and construction administration services (including quality inspections and site visits) during construction projects.
• Assist with or lead diagnostic and forensic investigations and documentation of existing conditions including wall claddings, windows, curtain wall systems, roofs, skylights, plaza waterproofing and below grade elements, etc.
• Assist in and eventually perform the preparation of professionally written field reports.
• Learn to perform building enclosure reviews of architectural drawings, shop drawings and submittals
• Learn to assist with remediation design of building enclosures
• Learn to prepare sketches and details using hand-drawn details and AutoCAD techniques.

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.  

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• 10+ years of Enclosure Consulting, Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management experience required or 20+ years in a related commercial building enclosure trade. 
• Technical knowledge of building construction and building enclosure systems 
• Able to read and understand architectural and engineering drawings and specifications, as well as contractor shop drawings
• Experience in construction, glazing, roofing or general construction, preferred
• Must be technically competent to understand and communicate test procedures, specifications, and results and possess a mechanical aptitude
• Must be familiar with Quality Assurance policies and procedures 
• Assist with and eventually prepare reports for inspection and testing work
• Construction administration, progress observation and site inspections
• Maintain building construction documents
• Work with Clients, Project Managers and Project teams to schedule inspections and testing
• Coordinate testing and inspections schedule with equipment schedule and other department testing
• Maintain testing equipment calibrations.   
• Learn or maintain latest test standards and test procedures (e.g., AAMA, ASTM, etc.)
• Maintain tools and equipment; inventory supplies; manage testing group
• Communicate/coordinate with senior project managers for internal QA review
• Communicate/coordinate with clients regarding test preparation, procedures, and results
• Participate in project progress and scheduling meetings as needed. 
• Assist in the sales and marketing of testing services to new and potential clients
• Assist department admin in invoicing for all assigned projects
• Perform other work as required
• Ability to efficiently work on projects in a team environment
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Consistent and professional interaction and communication
• Ability to travel frequently within and outside the local area, depending on workloads and project locations. Estimate 25%-70% travel time
• Fluent in English for the safe and effective performance of the job (required)
• Valid driver's license and reliable driving record is required

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Degree in a technical field desired, or equivalent related experience

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by the project specialist staff to successfully perform the essential functions of this work. Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear and occasionally kneel and climb
• Ability to perform office tasks and physical labor tasks
• Ability to perform work from ladders, boom-lifts, scaffolds, roofs, etc.
• Ability to work outdoors in all seasons and safely work at elevated height required
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close and far vision

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.