Building Envelope Design Professional

Position Description

As a Roofing and Envelope Specialist, you will work individually, with senior architects and project managers in developing, planning, and creating design concepts for projects. This position will initiate and create designs and plans for projects with responsibility for the preparation of presentation and design drawings and models. This role will be involved in the analyses of client issues and design goals and in conceiving and developing architectural solutions to those issues and goals. This position will develop, modify, and review construction documents and solutions to technical problems.

Position Salary Range*

The expected salary range for this position is $55,000 to $80,000 annually.

Required Qualifications**

• Architecture, Construction Engineering Technology, or Civil Engineering degree from an accredited school
• 0-8 years’ experience in the design or construction of Roofing and Building Envelope Systems
• Construction administration experience
• Proficient in Revit, Auto CADD, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office suite, Bluebeam, Outlook
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to learn and adapt
• High level of collaboration and communication with other team members
• Knowledge of building codes and construction practices
• Use basic design criteria furnished by an experienced architect and under their supervision prepare clear, concise, readable drawings and BIM models including model setup and input

Did you know that some people hold back on applying to jobs if they don’t meet 100% of the listed requirements? We don’t want you to hold back! If you check most of the qualifications above and believe you could successfully do the work, we encourage you to apply!

Position Responsibilities***

• Provides roofing and envelope consulting services to clients
• Performs forensic field investigations
• Consults with Cushing Terrell project teams during design for envelope related issues, with special emphasis on roofing
• Inspect work to ensure compliance with specifications, approve quality of materials and work, and advise client and construction teams
• Prepare contract documents for building contractors
• Complete construction cost estimates
• Check drawings on small projects and prepare feedback for the project team
• Administer construction contracts on small projects including administration of addenda, substitutions, change orders, and submittal reviews
• Conduct on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with contract documents; and conduct final inspections
• Direct activities of other architectural team members engaged in small projects
• Begin to develop external and internal client relationships

Working at Cushing Terrell

Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.

Why Cushing Terrell

At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their-kind environments. But more than that, we support a strong, cohesive team, from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, “design meets you.” Together, we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here, the people we work for, and the planet as a whole. We offer a competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team. View our Employee Benefits Guide: https://cushingterrell.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CushingTerrell_Benefits-Guide_2025.pdf

Things to Note

*Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate’s years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.

**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

***The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach.

Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.

Note to recruitment agencies: Cushing Terrell does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Cushing Terrell without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Cushing Terrell.