Posted: Apr 22, 2026
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Building Envelope Architect/Engineer

University of North Carolina at Charlotte - Charlotte, North Carolina
Full-time
Salary: $98,307.00 - $102,879.00 Annually
Application Deadline: N/A
Higher Education
Building Envelope Architect/Engineerr serves as the University’s primary technical authority for the total physical building boundary and its critical internal systems. This position evaluates design documents, participates in project planning, and oversees the commissioning of building enclosures (roofs, walls, glazing), interior architectural finishes (flooring, paint, ceilings), and vertical transportation systems (elevators).
 
The Building Envelope Architect/Engineer serves as the University’s primary technical authority on the physical integrity and performance of the campus built environment. Reporting to the Director of Asset Management, the role is responsible for governing University standards for the building enclosure (roofs, walls, glazing), interior finishes, and vertical transportation systems.
The position’s primary objective is to bridge the gap between initial design and long-term maintenance. Key functions include:
    • Technical Governance: Establishing and enforcing Design and Construction Manual (DCM) standards with a focus on building science (thermodynamics and moisture management) and code compliance ($NC$ $IBC$ and $ASME$).
    • Quality Assurance & Forensics: Directing the Building Enclosure Commissioning (BECx) process for capital projects and performing forensic engineering to diagnose and remediate system failures like water intrusion or air barrier leaks.
    • Lifecycle Management: Developing asset management plans and acting as a critical liaison between external design firms and internal Maintenance Operations to ensure facilities are durable, cost-effective, and maintainable.
    • Strategic Oversight: Protecting the University’s interests during renovations by maintaining the integrity of fire ratings, thermal boundaries, and acoustic separations while championing a “Total Building Performance” strategy.
In short, this role ensures that campus structures are engineered to withstand the local climate, minimize the total cost of ownership, and integrate seamlessly with existing operational workflows.