We are seeking a Building Science Field Specialist to support field operations, provide technical expertise, and advance building science practices across residential construction projects. This role focuses on working directly with builders, contractors, and industry partners to improve construction quality, durability, and resilience through hands-on support, training, and technical guidance.
Position Responsibilities
Field Engagement & Technical Support
- Partner with builders and contractors on active job sites to provide building science expertise and troubleshooting support
- Address real-world construction challenges and recommend practical solutions
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure aligned technical support across the region
Training & Education
- Deliver building science training programs in field, classroom, and virtual settings
- Educate contractors, builders, and architects on best practices in resilient construction
- Support development and delivery of technical education and certification programs
Customer Insight & Industry Feedback
- Gather insights directly from job sites and customer interactions
- Identify challenges, pain points, and opportunities for product and process improvement
- Communicate findings to internal teams to support innovation and strategy
Technical Advisory Support
- Serve as a trusted technical resource for internal and external stakeholders
- Translate field conditions into actionable recommendations
- Support development of construction specifications and standards
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with territory managers, technical services, and contractor engagement teams
- Support coordination of customer-facing initiatives and technical programs
- Contribute to regional strategy through field expertise
Prerequisites
- Bachelor’s degree in Building Science, Architecture, Engineering, or related technical field preferred
OR 15+ years of hands-on residential construction experience - Strong understanding of residential construction practices and building envelope systems
- Experience working directly in field-based construction environments
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and general digital tools
- Willingness to travel approximately 50% within the assigned region
Certifications (Preferred, but not Required)
- BPI (Building Performance Institute) Certification
- RESNET Certification
- HERS Rater Certification
- LEED Accreditation
- Other building science or energy efficiency certifications
What the Role Offers
- Competitive salary range of $92,000 – $142,000 annually
- Field-based role with strong autonomy and regional impact
- Opportunity to work closely with builders, architects, and industry leaders
- Involvement in advancing resilient and sustainable construction practices
- Professional growth within a global building materials organization
- Exposure to innovative building science and product development initiatives
Why Northborough?
Northborough offers strong access to the broader New England construction and development market, making it an ideal base for field-based building science work. The region is known for its diverse housing stock, active residential construction activity, and increasing focus on energy efficiency and climate-resilient building practices. This environment provides meaningful opportunities to influence real-world construction standards while working closely with builders, contractors, and industry professionals across the region.