Director of Building Envelopes

Job Title

Director of Building Envelopes

Location

Hicksville and NYC offices

Job Type

Full‑time

Category

Architecture and Engineering

Travel

50–75%

Job Description

The Director of Building Envelopes / Facade Inspection Safety Program (FISP) leads and manages all facets of our FISP department for the Hicksville and NYC offices. This senior‑leadership position demands a minimum of five years’ hands‑on FISP compliance experience, active certification as a Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector (QEWI), and proven ability to guide technical teams, cultivate client relationships, and drive business growth. A Qualified Parking Structures Inspector (QPSI) license is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Department Management

• Set strategic direction for the FISP team, ensuring full compliance with Local Law 11 and related codes
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Recruit, mentor and manage inspectors, engineers, and administrative staff

FISP Compliance & Technical Oversight

• Oversee scheduling and execution of façade inspections, audits, and remedial assessments
• Coordinate with internal QEWI‑certified staff and external vendors to ensure timely, accurate filing with NYC DOB
• Implement and maintain rigorous QA/QC processes for all inspection deliverables

Regulatory & Reporting

• Maintain expert knowledge of all applicable building codes, regulations, and industry best practices
• Review, sign and seal all façade inspection reports as a QEWI
• Ensure that every report accurately classifies conditions (e.g., Safe, Unsafe, SWARMP, SREM) and is submitted on schedule

Client & Business Development

• Cultivate and expand client relationships within municipal, government, and private sectors
• Collaborate with Marketing and Proposal teams to develop compelling technical proposals and presentations
• Identify cross‑sell and upsell opportunities for complementary services

Budgeting & Resource Allocation

• Develop, monitor and optimize departmental budgets
• Procure and manage inspection equipment, software, and other resources
• Approve project invoices and coordinate billing workflows with accounting

Training & Professional Development

• Plan and deliver ongoing training to keep the team current on code changes and inspection techniques
• Support staff in maintaining and obtaining additional certifications (e.g., PE license, ACI testing credentials)
• Serve as subject‑matter expert and mentor for complex technical issues

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline (Master’s preferred)
• Active certification as a Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector (QEWI)
• Qualified Parking Structures Inspector (QPSI) license highly preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) license highly desirable
• Demonstrated leadership and team‑management experience
• Deep familiarity with Local Law 11, DOB filing procedures, and industry best practices
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and client‑relationship skills
• Proficiency with inspection/reporting software and data‑management tools
• Ability to thrive under deadlines in a fast‑paced environment