Sr. Façade Consultant / Project Manager

Sr. Façade Consultant / Project Manager

New York, NY | On-site | Full-Time

About Us

Shape the future of building envelopes with Surface Design Group, a Milrose Consultants company. We have brought over 150 years of combined leadership experience in façade design, consulting, and construction administration across a wide range of project types and global markets. With deep expertise in new construction, special inspections, and historic restoration, our team of architects, engineers, and construction professionals deliver practical, design-forward solutions that bring architectural visions to life—on time and on budget. We are known for our hands-on, real-world approach and our commitment to building strong, collaborative relationships with every client.

Position Overview

We’re looking for a Sr. Façade Consultant / Project Manager to join our Architecture team. You’ll lead Local Law 11/FISP inspections and reporting and independently manage façade restoration projects across New York City, from investigation through repair and close-out, while serving as the primary point of contact for clients and contractors.

What You’ll Do

• Lead medium to large-scale façade and building envelope projects with minimal supervision, from planning and design through Certificate of Occupancy and close-out.
• Lead Local Law 11/FISP façade inspections and condition assessments, including hands-on scaffold inspections, probes, and documentation of Safe, SWARMP, and Unsafe conditions.
• Prepare FISP technical reports and coordinate filings with NYC DOB, then develop repair documents and oversee remedial work through completion and close-out.
• Advise building owners and managers on façade compliance requirements, cycle deadlines, and repair priorities and budgets.
• Manage façade restoration and rehabilitation projects, as well as new construction, adaptive reuse, and conversion projects as assigned.
• Serve as the primary client liaison, maintaining strong relationships and clear project communication and documentation.
• Consult on roofing and sub-grade waterproofing scopes.
• Oversee the production of technical drawings and project documents, including but not limited to façade system design and detailing, specifications, and AutoCAD drawings.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with project specifications and NYC Building Code.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, and site inspection reports.
• Troubleshoot project issues in the field and implement timely solutions.

What You’ll Bring

Required

• 5+ years of experience independently managing architectural, façade restoration, or building envelope projects from planning and design through Certificate of Occupancy and close-out.
• Hands-on Local Law 11/FISP experience, including conducting façade inspections and condition assessments and writing FISP technical reports.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience developing façade repair documents (drawings, details, and specifications) and overseeing repair work through construction administration and close-out.
• Working knowledge of NYC Building Code, DOB filing processes, and façade compliance requirements, including SWARMP and Unsafe condition reporting.
• Strong technical writing, client management, communication, and organizational skills.
• NYC DOB Scaffold User Certifications (4-Hour Supported and 16-Hour Suspended), or the ability to obtain them within 30 days of hire.

Preferred

• NYS Registered Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE) license, or actively pursuing licensure.
• Experience with roofing and sub-grade waterproofing assessment and design.
• Experience with ground-up new construction, adaptive reuse, or commercial-to-residential conversions.
• Experience with landmarked or historic buildings, including Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) approvals.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; familiarity with Bluebeam, Procore, or field inspection apps.
• OSHA 30 certification.

Work Environment & Schedule

• This position is based in New York, NY, with an on-site schedule.
• Standard working hours are Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.
• Travel requirements: Fieldwork expected ~25% of the time.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $130,000.00 - $150,000.00, based on knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, and 401K plan with a match.
• Paid time off: Holiday, vacation, sick time, personal and birthday.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

Surface Design, a wholly owned subsidiary of Milrose Consultants, LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Surface Design, a wholly owned subsidiary of Milrose Consultants, LLC, is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@milrose.com.

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