Operating Unit Manager - Building Envelope Consultant - Architectural Testing Inc

Building Enclosure Department Manager - Kennesaw, Georgia

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Building Enclosure Department Manager to join our Building Science Solutions team in Kennesaw, Georgia. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the building enclosure testing industry!

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 Building Enclosure Department Manager is responsible for the execution of technical work, financial performance of the department, and growth of the business. With regional team members in Charlotte and Raleigh, NC, the Department Manager will oversee all locations, but will be located in Kennesaw, GA. This position will travel as business needs indicate, usually up to 25% of the time will be outside the local area.

Shift/Schedule: Monday - Friday 8AM-5PM

What you'll do:

• Follow and enforce safety and compliance requirements and company policies
• Manage Building Science Solutions projects within assigned region(s)
• Manage direct reports within your operating unit
• Work in conjunction with a dedicated Building Science Business Development Manager to grow the business in the SE US market
• Lead in regional business development, marketing, and sales efforts
• Provide building enclosure consulting, commissioning, and design and construction administrative services for new building projects
• Provide building enclosure investigations and assessments for existing building, and provide remedial repair designs and construction administrative services when requested
• Assisting in meeting profit center financial goals
• Prepare professionally written deliverables, including proposals, technical report, design reviews, etc.
• Provide on-the-job training and mentoring
• Assist in hiring and training new building sciences team members, and mentor existing team members
• Grow the local BSS office by balancing staff workloads and bringing in new work such that staff are adequately utilized
• Participation in professional organizations, author papers, attend conferences, and/or perform work on technical committees

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:

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering or Architectural Engineering with 7+ years of building enclosure industry experience required OR 10+ years' experience in Building Enclosure consulting/industry in lieu of the bachelor's degree required
• Technical understanding of building enclosure systems and construction.
• Experience with managing, leading, and developing staff, both technical and administrative required
• Experience in managing operating unit P&L's
• Experience in managing a range of small to large projects
• Ability to perform work from ladders, boom-lifts, scaffolds, swing stages, roofs, etc.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to meet changing and strict deadlines.
• Consistent and professional interaction and communication with clients and project team
• Ability to travel up to 25% outside local area, depending on local work/project locations
• Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Professional registration or ability to obtain registration within one year, preferred

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.

#LI-SM1Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.