Building Science Engineer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 94,600 - 137,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Professional membership fee coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

A global engineering firm based in Burnaby, BC, seeks a Building Science Engineer to provide technical leadership and guide the Building Specialty Services team. Responsibilities include managing projects, conducting field reviews, and collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in building envelope systems and holds a P.Eng in British Columbia. This full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits including health, dental, and retirement savings plans.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience assessing, detailing, testing, or constructing building envelope systems.
• Registered Professional Engineer in British Columbia (P.Eng).
• Knowledge of advanced flashing, waterproofing, roofing, cladding, and related systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical and business aspects of the team.
• Define scope of services and establish design criteria.
• Conduct field reviews and prepare reports.
• Interact with architects, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Mentor entry-level staff and manage project teams.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

CAD

Revit

Project management

Energy code knowledge

Customer service

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Science

Job description

Overview

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design, and collaborate with an innovative, sustainable approach to projects that create buildings that matter to our world.

Your Opportunity

Our Building Specialty Services group is seeking a Building Science Engineer to guide our team and provide excellence in business practices and technical leadership in the building science industry.

Your Key Responsibilities

• This role is one of technical and business leadership involved with many aspects of what our team does daily, including building envelope design, 3rd‑party design review, envelope commissioning, and construction services for both rehabilitation and new construction projects.
• Lead and drive this service line forward from a business perspective within the Building Specialty Services Business Unit in Burnaby, BC.
• Define scope of complex services, establish design criteria, and review design documents, shop drawings, and trade submittals for conformance to best building practices (water intrusion, air leakage, vapor diffusion, thermal performance, differential movement).
• Prepare and review contract drawings and specifications with the project team.
• Undertake field reviews of new‑construction and rehabilitation projects to confirm envelope assemblies comply with approved mock‑ups and design documents.
• Prepare site‑visit reports, maintain a database of outstanding deficiencies, and track their resolution.
• Conduct field testing to verify compliance with performance standards (water infiltration, air leakage) and report results.
• Interface with architects, general contractors, and subcontractors.
• Provide expert advice on design processes and construction methods.
• Perform forensic analysis of envelope failures.
• Deliver presentations to stakeholders, including legal professionals, contractors, and consultants.
• Lead and manage several direct reports and project teams of one to five staff.
• Serve as a technical lead on assigned projects, conduct research, write technical papers, and mentor staff.
• Represent Stantec publicly by delivering technical presentations and contributing thought leadership within the building science community.
• Write proposals for new work and lead business‑development opportunities.
• Mentor and train entry‑level staff in both technical and non‑technical skills.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of Bluebeam, CAD, and/or Revit.
• Project‑management skills for concurrent projects with budgets above $200,000.
• Practical knowledge of energy code, rain‑screen principles, air barriers, and thermal performance.
• Effective team‑player with a strong customer‑service commitment.
• Ability to travel regionally on a weekly basis.
• Ready to work on active construction sites.
• Valid driver’s license and clean motor‑vehicle record.
• Registered Professional Engineer in British Columbia (P.Eng).

Education and Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience assessing, detailing, testing, or constructing building envelope systems.
• Strong understanding of advanced flashing, waterproofing, roofing, cladding, rain screens, air barriers, and related systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Science with a background in Building Science.

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.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. Our diverse perspectives drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future‑proofing our cities and infrastructure.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a 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, and paid time off. Temporary or casual employees have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee‑stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account. Benefits may not apply to union positions, where agreements govern them.

Pay Range

Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario: $94,600 – $137,100 annually.

Location and Logistics

Primary Location: Burnaby, BC
Organization: 1309 Buildings-CA West BSS-Burnaby BC
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Full‑time

Travel: No