Building Enclosure Principal

ECS is seeking a Building Enclosure Principal Consultant to join our Mid-Atlantic Facilities team in Erie, PA. This role provides senior technical oversight, project delivery leadership, and staff mentorship.

This role serves as a senior technical leader within the Building Enclosure service line, responsible for advancing regional project excellence, strengthening operational performance, developing staff capability, and supporting strategic growth. The successful candidate will operate as a trusted advisor to project teams, clients, and leadership, providing high-level technical oversight and contributing to business and organizational success.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Operations

• Lead and support technical operations and project delivery across a variety of Facilities consulting assignments.

• Monitor project performance, assist with staffing/resource planning, and contribute to regional operational initiatives.

• Support the Director and regional leadership with group management tasks as assigned.

• Promote a safe workplace through adherence to safety policies and proper use of PPE.

• Review project financials and support billing, invoicing accuracy, and collections as needed.

Business Development & Client Relationships

• Provide quality assurance, technical risk review, and oversight of proposal content and pricing strategies.

• Maintain and strengthen relationships with owners, architects, contractors, public sector clients, and industry partners.

• Support leadership and business development staff in expanding client portfolios and pursuing strategic growth opportunities.

• Represent ECS at industry events, conferences, client education and networking functions, and participate in technical committees

Staff Development & Management

• Lead, mentor, and coach junior, mid-level, and Associate Principal-level staff to support their growth and leadership readiness.

• Participate in recruiting, workforce planning, onboarding, and succession-building efforts.

• Conduct coaching conversations, provide performance feedback, and support professional development planning.

• Engage in mentoring and committee participation for candidates pursuing Associate Principal designation.

Technical Principal / Project Oversight

• Serve as project principal and senior reviewer on Facilities consulting projects, offering technical leadership and accountability.

• Perform peer reviews of reports, technical evaluations, designs, investigations, and assessments.

• Oversee project execution including field investigations, testing, commissioning efforts, and development of repair strategies.

• Resolve complex technical or operational challenges, provide direction to project teams, and communicate solutions to clients and stakeholders.

• Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and consistent with ECS standards for technical quality and service.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Civil Engineering Architecture (NCARB), Civil (Structural) Engineering, or Architectural Engineering preferred

• 12+ years of relevant professional experience

• Licensed or certified as at least one of the following:

• Professional Engineer (P.E.), Registered Architect (R.A.), International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) offered RRC, RWC, REWC, RBEC, CBECxP, University of Wisconsin-Madison offered BECxP and CxA+BE

• Candidates must have achieved previous designation as Principal at ECS or hold similar designation from competitor firm

Why Join ECS?

• Nationwide Facilities Consulting practice made up of more than 180 employees with deep technical expertise and opportunities for collaboration across the country

• Opportunity to lead high-profile projects with technical complexity and visibility.

• Be part of a growing and innovative team focused on technical excellence and client service.

• Supportive work environment that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous learning.

• Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.

• ECS is an employee-owned company with an Employee Stock Ownership program (ESOP)!

• 401(k) with up to 4% match

• Tuition Assistance Program

• And more!

ECS Core Values: Collaborate, Focus & Lead

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.