Building Sciences Consultant

WSP USA; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Hamilton is seeking a Building Sciences Consultant to conduct site reviews, assist engineers, and manage project tasks. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree, have a passion for building sciences, and possess strong communication skills. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative culture with flexible work options and attractive benefits.

Benefits

Attractive pay

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits

Wellness platform

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma in relevant fields.
• Passion for building sciences and construction.
• Previous co-op or summer experience in the construction or engineering industry desired.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering knowledge to building science projects.
• Assist Professional Engineers with evaluations and site reports.
• Conduct construction and site reviews.

Skills

Building sciences

Construction knowledge

Time-management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Advanced Diploma in Architectural Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Opportunity:

WSP is currently seeking a Building Sciences Consultant to join our Building Sciences group, located at our Hamilton office. Reporting to the Manager this position will be responsible for conducting site reviews and working alongside our Junior and Intermediate Engineers on projects.

Why choose WSP?

• A Canadian success story - we’re proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we’re growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we’re open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it’s like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP

A day in the life:

• Apply engineering knowledge to tasks on building science & audit projects;
• Assist Professional Engineers and Certified Engineering Technologists with building evaluations & site reports;
• Conduct construction and site reviews, monitoring quality of building repairs;
• Liaise with contractors, sub-consultants and engineering disciplines;
• Contribute to the contract administration process on projects;
• Accept responsibility for project tasks, deliverables and outcomes;
• Apply sustainable thinking and practices within project delivery;
• Contribute to the knowledge systems within the building science practice;
• Other duties as assigned/required

What you’ll bring to WSP …

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Building Science, Architectural Science or Applied Science; or Advanced Diploma in Architectural Technology or Civil Engineering Technology;
• Demonstrates a passion in building sciences and construction;
• Previous co-op / summer work experience in the construction or engineering industry is strongly desired;
• Exceptional time‑management and organizational skills; attention to detail and strong work ethic;
• Strong oral and written communication skills including presentation skills;
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, Powerpoint;
• A team player, amongst energetic, successful people;
• Strong at multi‑tasking, organized and adaptable to shifting priorities;
• Personal commitment to promoting green issues or sustainability;
• Valid driver’s license. Access to a vehicle is an asset