Hybrid Building Science Engineer

at Stantec

• Job title: Building Science Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Edmonton, Canada

About the role

• Building Science Engineer at Stantec supporting building envelope design and consulting for various projects. Collaborating with senior leaders on technical expertise and managing project responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support building envelope design and consulting services for new and existing buildings
• Conduct third-party design reviews for building envelope systems
• Review design documents, shop drawings, and trade submittals for compliance with best practices related to:
• Water intrusion
• Air leakage
• Vapor diffusion
• Thermal performance
• Differential movement
• Participate in field reviews of new construction and rehabilitation projects
• Prepare detailed site visit reports and track deficiencies through to resolution
• Assist with field testing of building envelope systems (water infiltration and air leakage testing) and prepare technical reports
• Support forensic investigations of building envelope failures
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, consultants, and sub-trades
• Contribute to proposal preparation and support business development initiatives
• Assist in mentoring junior staff and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team
• Manage assigned project tasks and budgets under the guidance of a Project Manager

Requirements

• Strong understanding of building envelope systems including:
• Flashing and waterproofing
• Roofing and cladding
• Rain screen systems
• Air barriers and thermal performance
• Working knowledge of energy codes and building science principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with Bluebeam, CAD, and/or Revit
• Ability to manage multiple projects with budgets typically under $200,000
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team environment
• Comfortable working on active construction sites
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Eligible for or registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Alberta
• 5–8 years of experience in assessing, detailing, testing, and/or constructing building envelope systems
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Applied Science with a focus on Building Science.

Benefits

• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans
• wellness program
• health care spending account
• wellness spending account
• group registered retirement savings plan
• employee stock purchase program
• group tax-free savings account
• life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• short-term/long-term disability plans
• emergency travel benefits
• tuition reimbursement
• professional membership fee coverage
• paid time off
• Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan
• employee stock purchase program
• group tax-free savings account.