Remote (US)
This is a heavy-travel position supporting large projects throughout the US,
with frequent travel to project sites that may occur weekly or every two weeks
depending on project needs, including occasional extended periods on site.
The Project Engineer plays a key role in supporting high-performing building
enclosures on large, fast-paced projects, with a significant focus on data
center construction. This role brings strong technical knowledge of building
science, enclosure design, and construction to projects that require close
coordination between design teams, contractors, clients, and field staff.
You will support projects from design and documentation through construction and
field review, evaluating building conditions and helping develop practical,
durable enclosure solutions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead the technical execution of building enclosure scopes on projects of
moderate complexity, including large-scale data center projects
Complete investigations, analysis, design, documentation, and field reviews
with a high degree of independence
Provide regular on-site support during construction, documenting observations
and helping resolve enclosure-related issues
Deliver assigned scopes within budget and schedule while maintaining strong
technical quality
Complete project administration tasks to support effective project management
Coordinate with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams to
support timely project delivery
Mentor and support junior staff through task-level guidance and review
Navigate team conflicts and ethical considerations professionally
Embed health and safety into project planning, travel, and field activities
Support responsible stewardship of company resources
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Building Science, Architectural Science, or
a related discipline from an accredited university
4+ years of relevant experience in building enclosure consulting, building
science, or a related field
Professional Engineer or Architect registration, or actively working toward
licensure, with ability to stamp as required
Demonstrated experience leading technical components of projects and
supporting project financial performance
Ability and willingness to travel frequently to project sites, including
occasional extended periods on site
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Strong technical knowledge of building science principles, enclosure systems,
building codes, and construction practices
Ability to lead technical components of projects and deliver high quality
work with minimal oversight
Experience managing project scope, budgets, and schedules effectively
Demonstrated ability to mentor junior team members and provide constructive
feedback
Clear and professional communication with clients, contractors, and
multidisciplinary teams
Sound judgment when navigating complex technical challenges or ethical
considerations
Proactive approach to client service, with the ability to anticipate needs
and identify opportunities
Commitment to health and safety best practices in both office and field
environments
Strong attention to detail and ability to evaluate multiple solutions to
determine the best path forward
Collaborative team player who contributes to a respectful and engaging
workplace
BENEFITS & PERKS
The base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $130,000 annualized for a
full-time role. Salary is dependent various factors, including qualifications,
skills, competencies, experience, and location. You may also be eligible for
discretionary incentives and share ownership.
We offer a robust benefits package to support the well-being of our employees.
This includes: GRSP/401K contributions, Health and Dental coverage, Primary
Caregiver benefits, Vacation and Sick Time, Statutory Holiday substitutions, and
a learning fund of $1,000 per year for education or career goals.
ABOUT RDH
A role with RDH is a career commitment to learn and grow alongside inspiring and
dedicated people who care deeply about making buildings better.
We are an employee-owned consulting firm with 300+ employees in 11 offices
across North America. Our core area of business is the integration of building
science engineering, architecture, and construction management to optimize the
performance of the building enclosure (walls, windows and roofs). Since our
beginnings in 1997, we have become industry leaders in North America and
continue to grow as we focus on technical excellence and delivering high-quality
projects.
We offer a positive workplace with incredible teams, opportunities for
professional growth, development and ownership. As well as your background, we
seek alignment with RDH’s core values: 1) commit to excellence, 2) act with
integrity, 3) work as a team 4) do what it takes, and 5) always learn.