Hybrid Building Science Engineer

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About the role

  • Building Science Engineer at Stantec supporting building envelope design and consulting for various projects. Collaborating with senior leaders on technical expertise and managing project responsibilities.

Responsibilities

  • Support building envelope design and consulting services for new and existing buildings
  • Conduct third-party design reviews for building envelope systems
  • Review design documents, shop drawings, and trade submittals for compliance with best practices related to:
  • Water intrusion
  • Air leakage
  • Vapor diffusion
  • Thermal performance
  • Differential movement
  • Participate in field reviews of new construction and rehabilitation projects
  • Prepare detailed site visit reports and track deficiencies through to resolution
  • Assist with field testing of building envelope systems (water infiltration and air leakage testing) and prepare technical reports
  • Support forensic investigations of building envelope failures
  • Collaborate with architects, contractors, consultants, and sub-trades
  • Contribute to proposal preparation and support business development initiatives
  • Assist in mentoring junior staff and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team
  • Manage assigned project tasks and budgets under the guidance of a Project Manager

Requirements

  • Strong understanding of building envelope systems including:
  • Flashing and waterproofing
  • Roofing and cladding
  • Rain screen systems
  • Air barriers and thermal performance
  • Working knowledge of energy codes and building science principles
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Familiarity with Bluebeam, CAD, and/or Revit
  • Ability to manage multiple projects with budgets typically under $200,000
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team environment
  • Comfortable working on active construction sites
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • Eligible for or registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Alberta
  • 5–8 years of experience in assessing, detailing, testing, and/or constructing building envelope systems
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Applied Science with a focus on Building Science.

Benefits

  • Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans
  • wellness program
  • health care spending account
  • wellness spending account
  • group registered retirement savings plan
  • employee stock purchase program
  • group tax-free savings account
  • life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
  • short-term/long-term disability plans
  • emergency travel benefits
  • tuition reimbursement
  • professional membership fee coverage
  • paid time off
  • Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan
  • employee stock purchase program
  • group tax-free savings account.

Job title

Building Science Engineer

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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