Building Science Consultant

Stantec; Victoria; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking a Building Science Consultant to join their team in Victoria. The role involves reviewing construction documents, performing field reviews, and ensuring compliance with building standards. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering or Architecture and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential, along with proficiency in various design software.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision plans

Well-being program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase program

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in assessing, detailing, testing, and or constructing building envelope systems.
• P.Eng or EIT an asset.
• Understanding of advanced flashing, waterproofing, roofing, cladding, and air barriers.

Responsibilities

• Review design documents and shop drawings for compliance.
• Conduct field reviews of construction projects.
• Prepare site visit reports and track deficiencies.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Project Management

Education

Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD

Revit

Sketchup

BIM 360

Job description

Building Science Consultant - ( 250001DH )

Description

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a Building Science Consultant to join our growing, multi-disciplinary Western Canadian Team. The ideal candidate will have a principal understanding of Building Science concepts and systems, have solid technical abilities, be a skilled problem solver with attention to detail, and strong communication skills.

The individual will be a self-starter and expected to work independently on projects as a member of an interdisciplinary design team.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Review design documents, shop drawings, and trade submittals prepared by third parties for conformance with good building practice with respect to water intrusion, air leakage, vapor diffusion, thermal performance, and differential movement
• Undertake field review of both new construction and rehabilitation projects to confirm that the construction of the building envelope assemblies is proceeding in accordance with approved mock-ups and design documents
• Prepare site visit reports and use a database to generate Action Lists of outstanding deficiencies and track their resolution
• Undertake field testing of selected elements of building envelope assemblies to confirm compliance with specified performance standards (primarily water infiltration and air leakage) and prepare reports outlining the results of these tests
• Interface with architects, general contractors, and sub-trades
• Contribute to Building Envelope design and construction document development
• Perform forensic analysis of building envelope failures
• Conduct presentations to competing interests including working with legal professionals, contractors, and consultants
• Assist in fieldwork associated with the assessment of existing buildings and the preparation of building envelope assessment reports
  
  

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Understanding of advanced flashing, waterproofing, roofing, cladding, rain screens, air barriers, and other related systems
• Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Bluebeam, CAD and/or Revit, Sketchup, and BIM 360 is a plus
• Project Management skills necessary for concurrent multiple projects
• Practical knowledge of energy code, rain screen principles, air barriers, and thermal performance
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with a strong customer service commitment
  
  

Education And Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Science, with a background in Building Science required.
• P.Eng or EIT an asset.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in assessing, detailing, testing, and or constructing building envelope systems preferred.
  
  

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

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Salary Range(s)

• BC Other Areas $72,200 - BC Other Areas $104,600 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in BC (Lower Mainland includes Vancouver & Burnaby)
  
  

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a well-being program, health care spending account, wellness spending accounts, 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, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : Canada-British Columbia-Victoria

Organization : BC-1309 Buildings-CA West BSS

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Mar 31, 2025, 10:55:54 AM

Req ID: 250001DH

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans