Intermediate Project Associate

Salas O’Brien, Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

RRSP with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

Salas O’Brien, Inc. in Vancouver is seeking an Intermediate Project Associate for Building Science to deliver Asset Management, envelope and renovation projects. You will conduct field investigations, prepare reports with cost analyses, and develop construction documents for a range of buildings.

You will work on multiple projects, collaborate with design teams, and mentor junior staff while coordinating with clients to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or a Building Science Technology certificate.
• Ideally a Certified Technologist, P.Eng, or Registered Architect with growth potential within 1–2 years.
• 7+ years of building science/restoration/technical architecture experience in consulting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations for building condition assessments, envelope repairs, and related projects.
• Prepare written reports with cost analysis and design recommendations.
• Develop Building Condition Assessments and Reserve Fund reports for various clients.
• Create contract documents for additions, renovations, and building upgrades.
• Tendering, construction administration, and field observation reporting.
• Perform site investigations including visual and destructive testing of envelope systems.
• Manage multiple projects with supervision from senior staff and mentor junior staff.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Word

MS Excel

Field investigations

Building codes knowledge

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Architecture

Certificate in Building Science Technology

Professional designation (P.Eng/Architect)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Summary:

Our office in Vancouver is looking for a Intermediate Project Associate- Building Science to provide project delivery for Asset Management, Building Envelope and Renovation projects.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting field investigations related to both building condition assessments, reserve fund studies and more in-depth envelope repair/evaluation projects (Cladding, roofs, windows and doors, parkade restoration).


• Preparation of written reports inclusive of cost analysis and design recommendations.


• Preparation of in-depth Building Condition Assessment and Reserve Fund reports for government, private owners and institutional lenders.


• Development of contract documents, including plans, details and specifications for additions/modifications/renovations to residential, commercial and industrial buildings.


• Tendering and Construction Administration, inclusive of the development of Field Observation Reports.


• Field investigations, both visual and destructive testing, to provide evaluation of building envelope systems


• Prioritize and deliver multiple small – medium projects, from beginning to end, with remote senior input and supervision.


• Be capable of working on multiple projects at the same time in a fast-paced environment.


• Have the capacity to mentor a junior staff person for potential future growth of the office.


• Liaise with clients, design team consultants and contractors to ensure all project work is compliant with the design documents, while ensuring the projects will be delivered on time and on budget


• Be self-directed and use initiative and judgment to resolve problems, interpret building specifications, investigate design and field conditions, identify site constraints our unique conditions.


• Work with Senior Engineers and Architects; taking directions and technical support as/when required.

Qualifications and Experience:

• You have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a Certificate in Architectural or Building Science Technology from an accredited University or School of Technology.


• Ideally be a Certified Technologist, P. Eng, are Registered Architect or have the capacity to become one in the next 1-2 years.


• Ideally have 7+ years prior experience in building science/building envelope restoration/technical side of architecture in a consulting setting.


• Have working knowledge of building codes and standards.


• Have some experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit.


• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.


• You have experience with concrete and masonry restoration, cladding and glazing upgrades, roofs, etc.


• You have access to a reliable vehicle with a valid Canadian Driver’s License for travel to client sites throughout British Colombia.


• You are willing to work on site and deal with Contractors throughout British Colombia, but with a focus on the Gretar Vancouver Area.


• You are comfortable with working at heights or in confined spaces.

Vacancy Status:

This posting is for a new vacancy.

Travel:

Up to 20% locally

The expected base salary range for this role is $80,000 to 95,000CAD per year.

This role is also eligible forperformance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• RRSP with company match


• Paid time off and company holidays


• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Third-Party Agency Notice

Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Applications are processed through an applicant tracking system that may or may not use automated screening questions to help identify qualified candidates. All applications are also reviewed by our hiring team.