Building Science Consultant: Enclosures & Field Testing

Stantec; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & vision plans

Wellness program

HSAs/FSAs

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional membership fees covered

Paid family leave

10 paid holidays

Vacation 10–20 days

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Stantec’s Portland office is seeking a Building Science Consultant to join our Buildings team. This entry-level role supports building enclosure design, investigation, and rehabilitation for new and existing projects, with hands-on training and mentoring from senior staff.

You will work in a collaborative, learning-focused environment, combining office and field work across design reviews, site visits, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of building science principles (air, thermal, moisture, vapor control).
• Strong interest in building enclosure design and investigation.
• Ability to manage tasks across multiple projects with guidance.
• Willingness to learn and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Interest in developing technical writing skills.
• Professional attitude, curiosity, and a strong work ethic.
• Construction site experience is an asset.
• Familiarity with construction materials, drawings, and specifications is a plus.
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and Revit.
• Valid driver’s license and clean DMV record.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project document reviews (drawings, specifications, shop drawings, submittals).
• Participate in site visits and prepare site visit documentation and reports.
• Support building envelope failure investigations and condition assessments.
• Assist with field testing of enclosure performance (water leakage, air leakage, whole-building air testing, infrared thermography).
• Support observation and documentation of project mock-ups.
• Attend design and construction meetings and help document discussions and action items.
• Assist with basic project coordination tasks. Assist with technical report writing and data organization. Provide drafting and design support for contract documents using AutoCAD and/or Revit. Participate in internal training and continuing education programs.

Job description

Stantec’s Portland office is seeking a Building Science Consultant to join our Buildings team. This entry-level role supports building enclosure design, investigation, and rehabilitation for new and existing projects, with hands-on training and mentoring from senior staff.

You will work in a collaborative, learning-focused environment, combining office and field work across design reviews, site visits, and documentation.