Project Technologist

Pinchin Ltd; Dartmouth; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Great benefits

Mentoring and career development

Flexible work arrangements

Paid personal days

Job summary

Pinchin Ltd. is seeking a Project Technologist in the Dartmouth IEQ team. You will support project goals by assessing mould, IAQ and hazardous materials, collecting data, and translating findings into practical recommendations for clients.

This role reports to the Operations Manager in Dartmouth and is filled as a replacement. You will collaborate with colleagues to protect workers, improve building performance, and contribute to community health and resilience.

Qualifications

• College diploma or higher in Environmental, Construction, Architectural Technology or related field.
• 1–2 years of IEQ/hazardous materials experience is an asset.
• Familiarity with building systems (structure, envelope, HVAC, electrical, plumbing).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong oral and written communication; self-directed and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments for mould, IAQ, designated substances and other hazardous materials.
• Interview clients about building history and site concerns.
• Inspect and evaluate building systems; assess flood/water damage and smoke/fire impacts.
• Collect air and bulk samples; interpret laboratory results.
• Prepare detailed reports and provide actionable recommendations.
• Inspect contractors to document proper completion of remediation work.

Skills

IEQ knowledge

Hazardous materials

Data collection

Report writing

MS Office

Education

College diploma in Environmental/Construction/Architectural Technology or related field

Bachelor of Science, Applied Science, or Engineering (equivalent)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Dartmouth Office
Dartmouth, NS B3B 0B1, CAN

• Hybrid


• Project Management


• Full-Time


• Requisition #: PROJE001842

Description

Project Technologist

Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ)

Join a collaborative team that values learning and hands-on experience. In this Project Technologist – IEQ role in Dartmouth, you’ll play a key part in supporting project teams while building your technical skills in hazardous materials.

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.

Pinchin is hiring a Project Technologist in the Indoor Environmental Quality team in Dartmouth. This position reports directly to the Operations Manager and is being filled as a replacement role.

Role Overview

In this position, you will play an important role in helping clients create safer and healthier spaces. Your work will support projects that protect workers, improve building performance, and strengthen the health and resilience of communities. You will assess conditions in the field, gather accurate data, collect samples for analysis, and translate your findings into clear recommendations that help clients make informed decisions. You will collaborate closely with colleagues and clients to understand their goals and deliver solutions that reflect quality, integrity, and care. This is meaningful work with real impact, and you will grow your skills while contributing to projects that make buildings and environments better.

Your Role and Action

• Complete assessments for mould, indoor air quality (IAQ), designated substances and other hazardous materials.


• Conduct interviews with clients regarding building history and site‑specific client concerns.


• Perform inspections and evaluate building systems.


• Assess building damages related to floods, water losses, smoke and fire.


• Assist clients following flood and loss emergencies to get buildings dried, cleaned or remediated and operational.


• Collect a variety of air and bulk (mould, asbestos, lead, dust, bacteria, etc.) samples.


• Interpret laboratory results.


• Prepare detailed reports documenting findings and provide recommendations to address concerns.


• Inspect abatement and restoration contractors undertaking mould, asbestos and other hazardous materials remediation work to document that the work has been properly completed.

What You’ll Bring to Pinchin

• College diploma in Environmental, Construction, Architectural Technology, or a Bachelor of Science, Applied Science, or Engineering, or equivalent.


• 1-2 years of experience with IEQ/hazardous materials work considered an asset.


• Familiarity with building systems, including structure, envelope, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.


• Strong oral and written communication skills.


• Self-directed, mature, and able to work independently.


• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.


• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and access to a personal vehicle.


• Availability to travel to client sites for short-term work-related assignments.


• Flexibility to work outside core business hours and on occasion weekends, as required.

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.

• 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.