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RAM Companies

Commercial Roofing Design Consultant

RAM Companies, Strongsville, OH, United States


Would you like to be a part of an award-winning team that is a leader in roof, pavement and building enclosure consulting? RAM Companies is a fast-growing company headquartered in Brunswick, Ohio. We are a tight-knit, values-driven team focused on delivering an important promise to our customers: providing outstanding service and delivering a premiere customer experience!

We currently have an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Roofing Design Consultant to join our team in Brunswick, Ohio. This is a remote opportunity within the US.

This position is responsible for high quality/high performance design specification delivery which meets or exceeds the requirements of the contract agreement between RAM Companies and the client in a professional, safe, and financially viable manner. You will collaborate with multiple internal teams to provide project estimations that serve multiple clients.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities include:

  • Prepare roof design plans, technical specifications, bid documents, drawings and specific construction details
  • Make recommendations for and develop viable approaches to total roof management based on roof inspections/assessments.
  • Determine environmental conditions for the specific project location, including wind, rain, maritime exposure, and other specifics.
  • Prepare cost estimates for repair, restoration, maintenance and roof replacement for both individual buildings and multi building portfolios.
  • Interface with architects, engineers, general and specialty contractors, property management, operating engineers, environmental consultants, client project management team, client security, and client technology teams.
  • Maintain a solid roofing knowledge to review data and establish best practice courses of action for current and future roofing needs.
  • Creates and executes project and delivery schedules and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
  • Manage multiple projects at various phases and in various locations, from project identification through design, planning, client approval, and financial closeout.
  • Participate in pre-bid meetings, pre-construction meetings, project meetings, and client interfacing activities
  • Work with client to understand what outcomes client is expecting and be the liaison between the project team and Client team ensuring accurate execution of plan resulting in delivering desired outcomes.
  • Research products and application methods for suitability requirements.
  • Investigate applicable building and energy codes assuring compliance.
  • Prepares for and leads engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.
  • Create project drawings which illustrate the requirements and details of the job and supplement other projects.
  • Publish project documents for distribution.
  • Perform on-site visits to assess the conditions of existing roofs and prepare reports.
  • Develop designs parameters or perform quality assurance of projects in progress.
  • Develop and maintain a library of specification sections and drawings.

Education, Skills and Work Experience:

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Minimum of five (5) years experience working in a similar role.
  • IIBEC RRC preferred but not required.
  • Knowledge of commercial roofing, manufacturing, and warranty.
  • General knowledge of aerial infrared mechanics, moisture detection and inspection process.
  • Knowledge of RoofCAD and Deltek MasterSpec.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
  • Strong collaborating skills, and an ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines; high energy, self-motivated and proactive.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to multitask and be flexible regarding workload and assignments.
  • Ability to exercise judgment.