Senior Building Enclosure Engineer

ISL Engineering; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Building Enclosure Engineer to lead diverse projects in Calgary and Canmore. The role involves mentoring team members, managing client relationships, and ensuring quality project delivery. Join a collaborative environment focused on professional growth and community infrastructure.

Benefits

Employer paid benefits including health and dental

Hybrid model of work

Paid professional development opportunities

24/7 Employee Family Assistance program

Qualifications

• 10+ years related professional experience in building enclosure.
• Experience managing and leading a team.
• Experience preparing design packages.

Responsibilities

• Leading teams and completing project work.
• Maintaining client relationships and contributing to retention.
• Overseeing project documentation standards.

Skills

Leadership

Technical knowledge of building codes

Business development

Education

Degree in civil engineering

P.Eng designation

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

304 Old Canmore Rd, Canmore, AB T1W 0L5, Canada

Job Description

Are you a Senior Building Enclosure engineer looking for the next step in your career? Are you eager to expand ISL’s presence in either our Calgary or Canmore locations? If you are interested in working on a diverse range of projects while leading people and building our client base, we want to hear from you!

A Little About Us

We are engineers, technologists, planners, landscape architects, scientists, and their support teams that work together to deliver infrastructure, minimizing environmental impact and maximizing benefit to the community. We work hard and play hard because that is what #ISLLIFE is all about!

ISL’s Buildings Team works to deliver excellent service for our clients, both internal and external. Our Buildings’ consulting services include Structural Engineering and Building Enclosure Engineering with an integrated approach. Committed to finding, mentoring, and growing the right individual, our team approach is integral to our success.

ISL’s Building Enclosure Team proudly tackles some of the most interesting building projects in and around Calgary, Canmore, and other Rocky Mountain towns as well as helps to support work across all ISL offices. What you can expect in working with us is :

• Variety of Clients – We work with various Institutional and commercial clients, property managers, condominium boards, and government clients such as Parks Canada and Alberta Environment and Parks.
• Interesting Work – We offer our team members a diverse range of projects on which to hone their skills and are committed to team member career progression. Some of our current projects include :
• Plaza and roof restoration projects
• Building Enclosure Condition Assessments
• Historical building restoration projects
• Luxury custom home consulting
• Energy retrofit projects
• Ongoing Development - We have a culture of mentorship and work to set up internal training opportunities to help our people grow their technical skills. Our philosophy is to grow a team we want to work with.

A Little About You

• Why you love what it is that you do?
• What are you looking to do in your next position?
• What excites you about this position with ISL?

Your resume should show us :

• Demonstrated work experience via a listing of your past and current projects
• Degree in civil or other relevant engineering discipline, building or architectural science as well as a P.Eng, P.L.(Eng), or P.Tech. (Eng.) designation. A combination of education and work experience will be considered.
• 10+ years related professional experience in the building enclosure environment
• Technical knowledge of building codes, building enclosure design, building science, and construction
• Experience preparing design packages including drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Skill in building condition assessments and report writing
• Experience managing and leading a team
• Proficiency in Revit and / or AutoCAD
• Experience with business development, proposal writing, winning work
• Experience in building science or energy modelling software
• External industry organization involvement and / or condo board experience

A Little More About the Role

Responsibilities :

No two days will look the same in this role. You will be leading teams, completing project work, providing technical guidance and mentorship, completing peer reviews, and expanding the presence of our Buildings team across Western Canada. Here is what we would expect from the successful applicant :

• Assisting the Manager of the Buildings discipline in implementing strategic business development plans, contributing insights and helping to monitor the client pipeline
• Maintaining client relationships, providing input on evolving client needs and contributing to the retention efforts
• Leading the coordination and preparation of proposals, providing key input on project resourcing and skill requirements
• Ensuring that project resourcing is aligned with strategic goals, facilitating effective cross-office collaboration and resource allocation
• Overseeing project documentation standards within the team, ensuring consistency and accuracy while respecting regional differences
• Leading cost estimation efforts, and taking responsibility for managing scope changes in projects
• Leading projects, ensuring quality delivery within budget and timeline constraints, and providing support on larger projects as needed
• Completing peer reviews per Professional association and ISL PPMP requirements
• Providing day-to-day leadership and support to our people, ensuring they are motivated and aligned with organizational goals
• Actively mentoring staff by providing guidance and fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth
• Conducting regular check-ins with team members to monitor performance, provide feedback, and support their professional development
• Assisting in the recruitment and onboarding of new staff, ensuring they are integrated smoothly into the team
• Fostering a positive work environment that emphasizes work-life balance, team cohesion, and ongoing improvement

Please note that you will require a valid Driver’s License and reliable means of transportation / vehicle.

What ISL Offers

We value you for your contributions and want to ensure that your personal success is intertwined with your professional success. Our wellness philosophy encompasses the four pillars of physical, mental, financial, and spiritual wellbeing. Our benefits package is comprehensive and offers you some of the best available tools to maximize your career and lifestyle.

Here are some of the exceptional benefits we provide :

• Hybrid model of work
• Employer paid benefits including health, dental, and extensive paramedical services
• Healthcare Spending and Lifestyle Option Accounts
• Group RRSP
• Paid professional development opportunities and memberships
• 24 / 7 / 365 Employee Family Assistance program

At ISL, we share an enthusiasm for community infrastructure. From planning through to design and construction management, we create nimble teams to tackle the unique requirements of every project. Our technical expertise encompasses transportation, community planning, civil engineering, municipal, landscape architecture, heritage services, environmental management, water, structural, community engagement, geomatics, construction services, and 3D visualization .

At ISL your identity is part of our identity. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) speaks to our core values and provides space for our teams to bring their authentic selves to work. ISL believes DEI creates the best outcomes for our clients while sustaining a happy and thriving work environment that allows for career development and opportunities for all staff. ISL is committed to a focused effort on continuous improvement and development of a respectful and safe workplace.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position. Only those who will be selected for an interview will be contacted.

304 Old Canmore Rd, Canmore, AB T1W 0L5, Canada

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