Building Science Technologist / Senior Building Science Technologist

Pinchin Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks vacation to start

Paid personal days

Reimbursement for professional members

Job summary

Pinchin Canada in Mississauga, ON is seeking a Building Science Technologist to join our Building Science team. You will assess existing buildings, conduct invasive tests, and develop restoration designs with detailed AutoCAD drawings.

Ideal candidates hold Architectural Technician or Civil Tech diplomas or a related degree, have building envelope knowledge, report writing experience, and readiness to travel with a valid driver’s licence. We offer competitive salaries and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Architectural Technology or Civil/Construction field.
• Experience with building envelope assemblies.
• Experience writing technical reports.
• Proficiency reading specs, drawings, and reports.
• AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Ability to travel with valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of existing buildings including roof, cladding, balcony, fenestrations, and parking structures to determine options.
• Perform invasive building assessments and tests (e.g., roof cuts, water/leak tests).
• Carry out quantity take-offs and measurements for projects.
• Develop restoration designs and prepare detailed AutoCAD drawings.
• Conduct construction reviews to ensure QA/QC and design compliance.
• Prepare written reports summarizing field data findings.

Skills

Building envelope knowledge

Technical report writing

Fieldwork and travel

Education

Architectural Technician/Civil Engineering Technologist diploma

B.A. or B.Sc. in Architecture

B.Sc. in Building Science

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Annual Salary Range: CAD 60,000-85,000

Are you interested in building your career in Building Science? Our growing team in Mississauga is looking for individuals with knowledge of architectural and/or engineering fundamentals to join Pinchin.

Mississauga, ON

Annual Salary Range: CAD 60,000-85,000

Are you interested in building your career in Building Science? Our growing team in Mississauga is looking for individuals with knowledge of architectural and/or engineering fundamentals to join Pinchin.

Pinchin makes buildings and environments better. We are a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm with offices across North America. Our teams bring together expertise in environmental services, compliance, building science and resiliency, occupational health and safety, sustainability, and engineering. We help clients create safe, healthy, and higher performing places through solutions that reflect innovation, care, and deep technical insight.

At Pinchin, we empower our people uphold unwavering principles and work with purpose to create better outcomes for our clients, communities, and environments.

Building Science Technologist / Senior Building Science Technologist

to join our Building Science team in Mississauga, ON / GTA. The role reports to the Operations Manager.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will bring a strong foundational understanding of building systems, including architectural features such as structural components, building envelopes, mechanical and electrical systems, roofing, interior elements, and site features.

Your Role and Action

• Conduct assessments of existing buildings and structures (roof assemblies, exterior cladding assemblies, balcony assemblies, fenestrations, and parking garage structures) to determine design and remedial work options.
• Conduct invasive building assessments and testing (ex. Roof cut tests, water / leak tests, etc.)
• Carry out all necessary quantity take-offs and measurements over the course of a project.
• Development of designs and specifications for restoration projects, including creating detailed AutoCAD drawings.
• Carry out construction reviews to ensure quality standards and design requirements are achieved.
• Prepare written reports of findings, summarizing, and interpreting the results of field data.
• Financial involvement and coordination with project.
• Maintain QA/QC protocols.
• Maintain health and safety protocols as well as quality control within the group.
• Perform any other job-related duties that may be assigned.

What You’ll Bring To Pinchin

The right candidate combines technical capability with curiosity, accountability, and a desire to grow within the Building Science field. You are collaborative, eager to learn, and committed to contributing positively to clients, communities, and the environment.

• Architectural Technician/Civil Engineering Technologist /Construction Technician/Science diploma, B.A. or B.Sc. in Architecture, B.Sc. in Building Science.
• Knowledge of building envelope assemblies is required.
• Experience writing technical reports is required.
• Proficiency using AutoCAD is preferred.
• Experience with building construction or maintenance preferred.
• Must be able to read technical specifications, drawings, and reports.
• Level I drone license will be considered an asset.
• Level I thermography will be considered an asset.
• Experience with Contract Administration will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and ability to read and interpret technical specifications, drawings, and reports
• Ability to perform fieldwork, including safely transporting ladders, tools, and PPE, with availability to travel and a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle (expenses reimbursed)

For Current Employees

Current employees are encouraged to speak with their HR Advisor for information on the application process.

Compensation And Assessment

Pay ranges are listed as required by law. Final compensation reflects each candidate’s education, experience, qualifications, and work location.

As part of our recruitment process, we use AI technology to support a fair and consistent evaluation of all applicants.

What makes Pinchin different?

We offer competitive salaries and great benefits. What sets Pinchin apart is our commitment to people and purpose. You will join a team that values curiosity, integrity, and learning. You will grow alongside supportive leaders and subject matter experts who want you to succeed.

Employees enjoy mentoring and career development programs, a flexible workplace that supports work life balance, paid personal days, minimum of three weeks of vacation to start, reimbursement for professional memberships, environmental and community involvement opportunities, a wellness spending account, social activities, team events, corporate hotel rates, and more.

Additional Information

• Some positions may involve online testing during the recruitment process.
• Depending on the assignment, clients may require Government security screening, criminal record verification, or periodic drug and alcohol testing. Depending on the requirements of the position, preference may be given to candidates who are able to efficiently qualify for Government security clearances. (Verification of background information over the previous five years including Canadian residency.)
• No agency phone calls please.
• We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to employment practices that support a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.

We make buildings and environments better.