Evaluation Officer

National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

National Research Council Canada (NRC) is seeking an Evaluation Officer for the Construction Research Centre in Ottawa. The role involves applying rigorous evaluation criteria, assessing codes compliance, and preparing technical publications.

You will collaborate with engineers and industry experts to develop evaluation methods for new materials and products and to communicate the benefits to clients and Building Officials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science or related field.
• Master’s degree could be considered an asset.
• P.Eng designation from a recognized Canadian Association could be considered an asset.
• For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, degree equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Assess standards, test results and engineering analyses for product compliance.
• Prepare Scope of Work, Technical Guides, Evaluation Reports and Listings.
• Interact with Building Officials and potential clients to communicate CCMC benefits.
• Develop assessment techniques for new and innovative materials, products and systems.

Skills

Building science knowledge

Structural engineering

Building envelope knowledge

Project management

Report writing

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering

Master’s degree asset

P.Eng designation asset

Degree equivalency information

Job description

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

• The Employment Equity Act , which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

City: Ottawa

Organizational Unit: Construction

Classification: RCO

Tenure: Term

Duration: This is a 3-year term position with possibility of renewal, as well as anticipatory staffing for term positions

Language Requirements: English, and anticipatory staffing for various linguistic profiles

Work arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position may be eligible for a limited hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework).

At the NRC, we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options, please contact the NRC Hiring team using the contact information below.

Discover the possible

Anything is possible at the NRC, named in 2026 one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!

As Canada’s largest research and innovation organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

The role

We are looking for an Evaluation Officer to support our Construction Research Centre. The Evaluation Officer would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

NRC Construction is implementing the “Platform to Decarbonize the Construction Sector at Scale” to accelerate and scale up new technologies to help transition the Canadian construction sector towards decarbonization and contribute to the emerging low-carbon economy. It will also establish new codes, standards, specifications, and guidelines to position the sector to achieve its 2050 greenhouse gas (GHG) carbon reduction targets.

These investments will help spur the growth of Canada’s clean technology sector and help achieve Canada’s international commitments to reduce GHG emissions.

The Canadian Construction Material Centre (CCMC) delivers a national service for the assessment of innovative and non-standardized building products and systems to determine their compliance to Canadian building, energy and safety codes. CCMC clients are manufacturers of innovative building products, who benefit from accelerated and expanded access to the construction market. The CCMC operates within NRC programs and under the general policy and technical advice of the Canadian Commission on Construction Material Evaluation, an independent commission by NRC.

The incumbent is part of a team that serves industrial clients through the application of a rigorous evaluation process that introduces new products into the marketplace. The evaluation process involves assessing performance expectations of Canadian codes requirements and using best available knowledge to determine through testing if innovative products and systems meet those expectations.

The incumbent will work with a team of other Evaluation Officers and technical experts to establish appropriate evaluation criteria, and to assess standards, test results and engineering analyses in relation to an innovative product’s compliance to the Canadian codes. The incumbent will prepare documents and publications in the form of Scope of Work, Technical Guides, Evaluation Reports and Listings. The position requires understanding construction process and ability to communicate with Building Officials and to successfully influence potential client of the benefits to utilize CCMC’s services.

The incumbent will operate both as a team member and independently, consulting with experts in various fields related to construction products and systems and interacting with numerous industry clients as well as with colleagues at NRC. A key function of the position is to develop assessment techniques for new and innovative materials, products, systems and services.

Screening criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science or related field.
• A Master’s degree could be considered an asset.
• A professional engineering (P.Eng) designation from a recognized Canadian Association could be considered an asset
• For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

Experience

Technical experience in at least one of:

• Structural engineering;
• Building sciences;
• Laboratory evaluation and testing of construction products.

Significant experience managing multiple simultaneous projects or activities;

Significant experience in writing technical reports and related documents.

The following may be considered assets:

• Experience in new materials: engineered wood products, thermoplastics, structural plastics;
• Experience in building envelope membrane materials, waterproofing, airtightness, thermal performance;
• Construction related experience in building, building systems engineering or climate change adaptation mitigation;
• In depth knowledge of research and testing methodologies for construction product developments and assessment;
• Comprehensive understanding of Canadian building, energy and safety codes and standards, and the importance of performance evaluation in the construction process.

Condition of employment

Reliability Status

For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

Language requirements

English, and anticipatory staffing for various linguistic profiles

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical competencies

Solid knowledge of building science, construction technology and practices as they pertain to at least one of the following:

• Structural engineering;
• Non-traditional building materials;
• Building envelope;

Solid knowledge of research and testing methodologies for construction product development and assessment.

Basic understanding of Canadian building, energy and safety codes and standards and the importance of performance evaluation in the construction process.

Solid ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Behavioural competencies

• Management services - Client focus (Level 2)
• Management services - Communication (Level 2)
• Management services - Results orientation (Level 2)
• Management services - Teamwork (Level 2)

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile(s): Management Services ;

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Compensation

This position is classified as a Research Council Officer (RCO), a group that is unique to the NRC. Candidates are remunerated based on their expertise, outcomes and impacts of their previous work experience relative to the requirements of the level. The salary scale for this group is vast, from $64,739 to $183,010 per annum, which permits for employees of all levels from new graduates to world renowned experts to be fairly compensated for their contributions.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Notes

• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one-year period.
• In order to ensure a prompt and efficient processing of applications, candidates are encouraged to provide, along with their résumé, a detailed covering letter explaining how they meet each of the requirements of this position (education, experience, language requirements) by providing concrete examples. In addition, the candidate is encouraged to describe in detail when, where and how he/she gained the experience.
• Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (25543) to:

E-mail: [e-mail]

Telephone: [phone]

Closing Date: 17 September 2026 - 23:59 Eastern Time

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