Project Technologist

Pinchin in Canada; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring & career development

Flexible workplace & work-life balance

3+ weeks vacation to start

Professional memberships reimbursement

Wellness spending account

Team events

Job summary

Pinchin is seeking a Project Technologist in Building Science & Sustainability in Saskatoon. You will support assessments, investigations, and reporting across diverse environments, reporting to the Operations Manager in a replacement role.

The role requires a diploma/degree in related tech, familiarity with PCA/BCAs and ASTM standards, and willingness to travel. You will work with project teams on building envelopes, HVAC, and related systems, contributing to safe, high‑quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience with Building/Property Condition Assessments (PCAs/BCAs) and familiarity with ASTM standards is an asset.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, drawings, and reports.
• Willingness to travel with valid driver's license and vehicle (expenses reimbursed).

Responsibilities

• Conduct Building and Property Condition Assessments for due diligence and capital planning.
• Perform Capital planning Building Condition Assessments and Reserve Fund Studies.
• Review and complete assessments of existing buildings and structures to determine design and remedial options.
• Prepare written reports of findings and summarize field data.
• Maintain QA/QC and health & safety protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Building science interest

Detail oriented

Strong written comms

Driver's license

Drone license

Reading technical drawings

Education

Diploma/degree in Architectural Tech / Civil Eng Tech

Tools

PCA/BCAs familiarity

ASTM E2024 familiarity

Job description

Location

Saskatoon, SK

Role Overview

We’re looking for a detail‑oriented and curious individual interested in building a career in building science and specialty services. In this role, you’ll contribute to meaningful projects, develop technical skills, and work closely with project teams supporting assessments, investigations, and reporting across a variety of environments.

Company

Pinchin is a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm with offices across North America. We help clients create safe, healthy, and higher performing places through solutions that reflect innovation, care, and deep technical insight.

Position

Project Technologist in Building Science & Sustainability in Saskatoon. This position reports directly to the Operations Manager and is being filled as a replacement role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Building and Property Condition Assessments for due diligence and/or capital planning purposes in accordance with ASTM standards and construction practices at various client sites.
• Capital planning Building Condition Assessments and/or Reserve Fund Studies.
• Review and complete assessments of existing buildings and structures (roof assemblies, exterior cladding assemblies, balcony assemblies, fenestrations, and parking garage structures) to determine design and remedial work options.
• Prepare written reports of findings, summarizing, collating, and interpreting the results of field data.
• Maintain QA/QC protocols.
• Maintain health and safety protocols as well as quality control within the group.
• Perform any other job‑related duties that may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Technically capable, curious, accountable, and collaborative, with a strong interest in building science.
• Diploma/degree in Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction, Architecture, Building Science, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of Building/Property Condition Assessments (PCAs/BCAs) and familiarity with ASTM standards (e.g., ASTM E2024) is an asset.
• Experience with building construction, rehabilitation, or maintenance practices is preferred.
• Understanding of building envelope assemblies and building systems (including HVAC) is preferred.
• Working knowledge of the National Building Code and applicable standards.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, drawings, and reports.
• Strong written communication skills, including experience preparing clear technical reports.
• Reliability to perform fieldwork (including travel) with a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle (expenses reimbursed). Level I drone license and/or Level I thermography are considered assets.

Current Employees

Current employees are encouraged to speak with their HR Advisor for information on the application process.

Compensation

Pay ranges are listed as required by law. Final compensation reflects each candidate’s education, experience, qualifications, and work location.

Benefits

We offer competitive salaries and great benefits. 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.

Additional Information

• 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.
• 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.