Senior Technologist - Building Envelope

Strata Engineering; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing engineering firm in Burnaby is searching for a Senior Technologist to lead junior staff and support a Senior Engineer. This role involves hands-on engineering investigations, building envelope assessments, and mentoring while offering competitive compensation and full benefits.

Benefits

Competitive compensation with full health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Advancement potential within the organization

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in building envelope design.
• Knowledge of BC Building Code and municipal requirements.
• Certification as AScT, B. Arch, C.Tech desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform building envelope condition assessments.
• Prepare specifications and rehabilitation designs.
• Mentor junior staff and lead inspections.

Skills

English Language

Strong work ethic

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma in Technology (DipT.)

Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch)

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Revit

Job description

Strata Engineering is a fast-growing, multi-disciplinary engineering firm, based in Burnaby, BC. With a dedicated team of over 20 employees and a strong reputation within the industry, we are looking for a new Senior Technologist who will be responsible for leading junior employees and working directly with a Senior Engineer. We offer competitive compensation with full health benefits, professional development, and advancement in our organization.

Job Description:
In your role as the Senior Technologist, you will be reporting into a senior engineer/engineering team leader. You will be performing building envelope condition assessments, engineering investigations, preparing specifications, and rehabilitation designs. You will also be involved in the mentoring of junior staff.

Applicant Qualities:

• English Language with native or full professional working proficiency.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong integrity and dedication.
• Strong attention to detail.

Skills and Competencies:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in building envelope design.
• Understanding of building envelope design, residential, commercial, and institutional building design, and construction.
• Knowledge of BC Building Code (Parts 3, 5, and 9).
• Knowledge of municipal requirements for permit applications.
• Well-versed in drafting using AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, etc.
• Experience in fieldwork and site inspections is mandatory.
• Experience in the preparation of specifications and designs.
• Experience with structural design is a plus.

Professional Qualifications:

• Graduation from DipT., B.Arch, or similar programs.
• Specialized training in drafting/AutoCAD certification is preferred but not mandatory.
• Certification as AScT., B. Arch, C.Tech (is desired).

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Inspections and field reviews.
• Report preparation.
• Preparation of specifications.
• Design and drafting.
• Building envelope investigation and assessment reports.
• Administration and organization.
• Communication with municipal governments and clients.
• Field work such as windows testing, flood testing, etc.

Other Requirements:

• Must have own vehicle with a safe driving record.
• Must be able to pass stringent background checks required by some clients.

If this role excites you, we want to hear from you! Please take the time to tell us about yourself in a resume and cover letter, covering your background, your accomplishments, and why this role is a good fit for your future career aspirations.