Junior Building Science Consultant

Description

• Contribute to Building Envelope design and construction document development
• Assist in fieldwork associated with the assessment of existing buildings and the preparation of building envelope assessment reports
• 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 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
• Conduct presentations to competing interests including working with legal professionals, contractors, and consultants
• Prepare site visit reports and use a database to generate Action Lists of outstanding deficiencies and track their resolution
• Undertake field review of both new construction and rehabilitation projects to confirm that the construction of the building envelope assemblies is proceeding in accordance with approved mock-ups and design documents
• Interface with architects, general contractors, and sub-trades
• Perform forensic analysis of building envelope failures

Requirements

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in assessing, detailing, testing, and or constructing building envelope systems preferred.
• Knowledge of Bluebeam, CAD and/or Revit, Sketchup, and BIM 360 is a plus
• Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office
• Project Management skills necessary for concurrent multiple projects
• Understanding of advanced flashing, waterproofing, roofing, cladding, rain screens, air barriers, and other related systems
• Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Science, with a background in Building Science required.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with a strong customer service commitment
• P.Eng or EIT an asset.
• Practical knowledge of energy code, rain screen principles, air barriers, and thermal performance

Benefits

• Locations Outside of Lower Mainland - BC-$63,300.00 - $88,600.00 Annually

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance