Building Science Design Engineer

Description

• Building envelope detailing, and building envelope detail review of architectural drawings and specifications
• Design and analysis to determine effective repair alternatives
• Supportive Teamwork - promote an inclusive and respectful work environment and culture
• Preparation of evaluation reports, studies, and project budgets
• Review and analysis of bids submitted by contractors
• Lead With Purpose - empower, develop and support others to reach their full potential
• Preliminary site investigations and detailed evaluations of existing buildings
• Development of drawings and specifications for rehabilitation and deep energy retrofit projects
• Over time, attain the strength and confidence to become a project lead – spearheading designs, chairing meetings, acting as client liaison, working with contractors to analyze solutions to unforeseen conditions during the construction phase
• Construction field review while projects are under construction
• Liaising and coordinating directly with developer and architectural clients as building enclosure consultant for new and adaptive re-use building projects
• Conducting thermal and hygrothermal analysis of building enclosure materials, components and assemblies
• Involvement in contract negotiations and dispute resolution
• Develop an understanding of the responsibilities and prevue of each respective design discipline and construction trade
• Working independently or with a Project Engineer within the project team to take a project from the preliminary conceptual stage through the construction and project close-out stages

Requirements

• Able to interact professionally with all levels of business personnel and build strong working relationships
• Creative Mindset - provide new and diverse ideas
• Strong attention to detail and produce error free, high-quality work
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships with all stakeholders
• Demonstrated effective communication skills
• Ability to conceptualize design with an understanding of constructability
• 7 – 10 years' of building science experience
• Degree in Civil Engineering – Preference may be given for those candidates with completed courses in Building Science.
• Prime consulting including coordination with other engineering and architectural disciplines
• Team player with ability to work independently with minimum direction
• Experience in a consulting firm environment considered an asset.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng).
• Awareness of the designer’s influence on constructability and project costs
• Experience in the construction industry considered an asset.
• Proven leadership skills
• Exceptional organizational, time-management, and project management skills

Benefits

• Investing in your future, opportunity to become part of an employee-owned organization and eligible for RJC’s matching Registered Retirement Saving Plan (RRSP)
• An extensive and generous benefits package including a $1000 Health Care Spending Account
• Maternity and Parental Leave Top-up Program
• An inspiring workplace that supports its people and recognizes great work
• Stimulating, challenging projects and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and career
• A comprehensive financial rewards program that recognizes your success, including eligibility for a performance-based bonus and share ownership program

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance