Building Science Technologist - Jobs in Burnaby, British Columbia, V5G 4X3

Job Description

The Company:Strata Engineering, located in Burnaby, BC, is a top-tier engineering consulting firm specializing in building science. Our services cover building envelope, structural, and mechanical engineering, with a focus on thorough building condition assessments and reviews to devise effective solutions.What makes us unique is our vibrant corporate culture rooted in teamwork, collaboration, and fun! We value our employees #39; well-being and provide opportunities for development, celebration, and participation in Social Committee events. Guided by our core values - Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Professionalism, and Balance - we uphold the highest ethical standards, prioritize client and colleague respect, and continuously seek to improve while maintaining professionalism and work-life balance.At Strata Engineering, we #39;re not just a company; we #39;re a community of passionate individuals committed to impactful work. Join us for a journey of growth, innovation, and excellence in engineering consulting!Position Overview:We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Building Science Technologist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for site investigations, evaluations of existing buildings, preparation of warranty reviews, and depreciation reports. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in building science and field investigations.Key Responsibilities:

• Site Investigation and Evaluation: Conduct thorough site investigations and evaluations of existing buildings to assess their current condition.
• Warranty Reviews and Depreciation Reports: Prepare detailed warranty reviews and depreciation reports to provide accurate assessments of building components and systems.
• Building Condition Assessments: Perform detailed building condition assessments, including field investigation work such as leak investigations of all aspects of the building envelope, including roofs, walls, windows, and foundations.
• Technical Report Writing: Prepare comprehensive technical reports documenting findings, assessments, and recommendations.
• Team Coordination: Coordinate with team members, clients, and other engineering professionalsto ensure seamless project execution.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Engineering, Applied Science or Architectural/Building Science technologist program required.
• 1-3 years of experience in building science (an asset).
• Field experience addressing building conditions.
• Experience with warranty reviews, depreciation reports, building envelope condition assessments.
• EIT, P.Eng., or AScT. designations preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Technical knowledge of building enclosure design and construction principles.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with clients, staff, and consultants.
• Ability to gather and diagnose information, interpret data and drawings and assess conditions of multiple components.
• Analytical problem-solving skills and strong investigative aptitude, including ability to troubleshoot and diagnose building performance issues.
• Inquisitive nature with a collaborative approach to problem solving.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

If this role excites you, we want to hear from you! Please take the time to tell us about yourself in a resume and cover letter — we want to hear your story — your background, your accomplishments, and why this role is a good fit for your future career aspirations. We want to learn about you!About Strata Engineering: