Building Sciences Practice Leader
Rimkus
Lead building sciences practice, oversee staff, deliver technical solutions
19 days ago ago
C$99,900 - C$149,900
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Forensic Engineering
Consulting
Engineering
Litigation Support
Property Damage Assessments
Risk Management
Technical Services
Expert Witness Services
Sector Specialisms
Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC)
Developers, Owners, and Managers
Government
Healthcare Technology
Hospitality, Retail, and Restaurant
Industrial
Insurance
Marine
Role
What you would be doing
building science
condition assessment
site evaluation
report review
design analysis
operations management
- Collaborates with architects, engineers, and project managers to integrate building science principles into the design process for various types of construction projects, such as residential, commercial, and institutional buildings.
- Oversees daily operations of the practice area and manages employees / contractors within that office.
- Assists district managers in conducting interviews and assessment of job candidates.
- Conducts annual written performance reviews on all direct reports.
- Assists in marketing activities to promote the practice area and build relationships with current and future clients.
- Provides technical leadership, guidance, and mentoring within professional or technical discipline.
- Provides guidance and oversight for large, complex, or long-term assignments.
- Analyzes and interprets building condition assessments to identify areas of concern and implement corrective measures.
- Performs on-site evaluations and assessments of existing buildings to identify potential concerns.
- Stays up-to-date with the latest advancements in building science, green building technologies, and code standards.
- Performs peer reviews of verbal and written Reports of Findings and drawing / specification packages.
- Measuring of building dimensions and quantifying on site and from drawings.
- Coordinates with and supports practice area Directors as needed.
- Resolves issues that are presented by our clients in a timely and satisfactory manner.
- Reviews and ensures that deliverables, including reports and proposals, prepared by staff members meet Rimkus standards of accuracy / professionalism.
- Works with district managers to develop, support, and participate in individualized training programs for new hires and other technical staff in the building sciences discipline.
- Leads and oversees the design, analysis, and implementation of building sciences projects.
- Reviews all draft invoices before submission as final invoices.
What you bring
autocad
microsoft office
p.eng.
bachelor’s
10+ years
building science
- Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
- Exceptional attention to detail, specifically in accuracy of calculations and completeness of data collection and notation.
- Interpretation and hand drawing of in-situ construction details.
- Understanding of building construction, including methods, materials, and systems is required.
- A Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation may be required depending on local district requirements; will be considered an asset in all jurisdictions.
- Self-motivating and able to multi-task.
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, with a focus on Building Science.
- Travel – This position requires up to 30% local area travel. Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be required.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to act with business integrity and professionalism.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge in areas related to building science such as thermodynamics, heat transfer, and psychometrics.
- Physical Demands – Work is performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (i.e. industrial, construction and/or residential sites). The employee is frequently required to stand, walk on sloped and flat roofs, sit, climb ladders, bend, climb inside attics, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and drive a motor vehicle to client sites or job sites. Working at heights, including accessing buildings by ladders, swing stages, and mechanical lifts will be necessary. The employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary. The employee must be sharp, focused, and alert when conducting inspections, speaking, and interacting with clients, preparing drawings and written reports.
- Ability to handle details of a confidential nature.
- Minimum of 10+ years of related experience in a consulting engineering environment managing building science or structural restoration projects.
- Past supervisory / management experience is desired.
- Overtime – There will be some occasions where overtime (or working after normal business hours) will be required to meet the demands of the position.
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Company
Overview
1983 Founded
Year Established
The firm was established in 1983 by Robert E. Rimkus in Houston.
>110 Offices
Global Presence
Expanded to over 110 offices across 10 countries over four decades.
$100M–$500M Revenues
Financial Performance
The company reports strong annual revenues in the $100 million to $500 million range since 2024.
714 MW Wind Farms
Energy Projects
Engages in large-scale renewable energy projects, including 714 MW offshore wind farms.
- Began as a home-based forensic engineering consultancy by chemical engineer Robert E. Rimkus.
- Over four decades, expanded into a global network.
- Financially backed by private equity partner HGGC since 2024.
- Typical projects include double-deck tunnel assessments, run-of-river hydro plants, and other engineering challenges.
- Core specialisms include forensic analysis of failures, built-environment consulting, expert witness services, and laboratory testing.
- Standout capabilities include human performance labs, materials failure labs, forensic meteorology tools, and product safety testing.
- Strategic acquisitions—like CCi in 2021—broadened its reach into building consulting and claims support.
- Noteworthy for its in-house WeatherPath™ app, wildfire preparedness guidance, and forensic fire & explosion investigation teams.
- Work bridges technical consulting, legal dispute resolution, construction oversight, and scientific testing, serving insurers, law firms, governments, and corporates.
- Do the right thing. Build trust and respect. We tell the truth.
- We do what we say we will do. We provide exceptional customer service. We are all individually responsible for performance.
- Excellence in everything we do. Innovation and continuous improvement. Our team members’ prosperity and well-being.
- We are one team. We collaborate toward shared objectives. We help and support each other.
- Offers greenhouse gas and carbon footprint analysis and benchmarking.
- Conducts ASHRAE Level I, II, and III energy audits in buildings.
- Designs and implements energy‑ and GHG‑reducing projects, with full engineering services.
- Supports LEED and sustainability consulting across NC, CI, CS, EBOM project types.
- Provides full assessments of building envelope, MEP systems, vertical transportation to optimize energy use.
- Performs energy evaluation and submission for compliance with local energy‑reporting ordinances.
1,500+ Employees
Global Workforce
Engages a diverse team spanning 110+ offices worldwide.
- Has a dedicated DE&I committee promoting initiatives across the business and employee touchpoints.
- Implements internal programs including employee surveys, trainings, and resources to foster inclusive culture.
- Commits to bias awareness and key training in hiring to build and develop a strong, diverse talent pipeline.
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