Senior Building Science Consultant

Stantec; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 134,900 - 202,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid family leave

Job summary

A global engineering and consulting firm is seeking an experienced professional to oversee the assessment and testing of building envelope systems in San Francisco, CA. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience alongside strong project management skills. Responsibilities include reviewing design documents, conducting field tests, and preparing detailed reports. If you are equipped with a high school diploma and excellent computer skills, this position offers a full-time schedule with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in assessing, detailing, testing, and constructing building envelope systems.
• Position requires travel.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean MVR.

Responsibilities

• Review design documents and trade submittals for conformance with building practices.
• Prepare site visit reports and generate Action Lists of deficiencies.
• Undertake field testing of building envelope assemblies.

Skills

Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office

Knowledge of Bluebeam

Project Management skills

Practical knowledge of energy code

Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CAD

Revit

Sketchup

BIM 360

Job description

Your Key Responsibilities

• Review design documents, shop drawings, and trade submittals prepared by third parties for conformance with good building practice with respect to water intrusion, air leakage, vapor diffusion, thermal performance and differential movement
• Undertake field review of both new construction and rehabilitation projects to confirm that the construction of the building envelope assemblies is proceeding per approved mock-ups and design document
• Prepare site visit reports and use this database to generate Action Lists of outstanding deficiencies and track their resolution
• Undertake field testing of selected elements of building envelope assemblies to confirm compliance with specified performance standards (primarily water infiltration and air leakage) and prepare reports outlining the results of these tests
• Interface with architects, general contractors and sub-trades
• Direct Building Envelope design and construction document development
• Perform forensic analysis of building envelope failures
• Conduct presentations to competing interests including working with legal professionals, contractors and consultants
• Direct field work associated with the assessment of existing buildings and the preparation of building envelope assessment reports

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Bluebeam, CAD and/or Revit, Sketchup, and BIM 360 is a plus
• Project Management skills necessary for concurrent multiple projects
• Practical knowledge of energy code, rain screen principles, air barriers and thermal performance
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with a strong customer service commitment
• Position requires travel
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean MVR

Education and Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in assessing, detailing, testing and or constructing building envelope systems
• Highschool Diploma is required

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range

• Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP)-$134,900.00 - $202,500.00 Annually

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave.

Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location

United States | CA | San Francisco

Organization

2804 Buildings-US West BSS-San Francisco CA

Employee Status

Regular

Business Justification

New Position

Travel

Yes

Schedule

Full time

Job Posting

02/03/2026 06:03:45

Req ID

1004638

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.