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Stantec

Senior Building Science Consultant

Stantec, Vancouver, BC


Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

You're a forward-thinker who can anticipate situations, thrive on challenges, deliver impactful solutions and highly experienced at leading fast-paced projects. You're looking for your ideas to be valued, to enhance your leadership skills and take on more responsibilities. Looks like Stantec has the perfect opportunity for you!

Take the next step in your career at an organization that is proud to be a home for people committed to making a difference. Enhance your leadership and project management capabilities through international training, learn your craft and manage a variety of projects that range from thousands to multimillions.

We value technical growth, entrepreneurial spirit, work-life balance and an environment that supports the development and mentoring of our staff. We are constantly expanding and seeking ambitious, committed individuals that want to excel through challenging opportunities and projects that will allow them to achieve their career goals. Our focus on our people, culture and capabilities allows us to make a difference for our clients and the communities we serve.

Our future starts with you. Your future starts with us.

Your Key Responsibilities
  • 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 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.
  • Prepare site visit reports and use this database to generate Action Lists of outstanding deficiencies and track their resolution.
  • 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 results of these tests.
  • Interface with architects, general contractors and sub-trades.
  • Assist in Building Envelope design and construction document development.
  • Preform forensic analysis of building envelope failures.
  • Conduct presentations to competing interests including working with legal professional, contractors and consultants.
  • Assist in field work associated with assessment of existing buildings and the preparation of building envelope assessment reports.


Your Capabilities and Credentials
  • Strong understanding of advanced flashing, waterproofing, roofing, cladding, rain screens, air barriers and other related systems.
  • Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office.
  • Knowledge of Bluebeam, CAD and/or Revit, Sketchup, and BIM 360 is a plus.
  • Project Management skills necessary for concurrent multiple projects.
  • Practical knowledge of energy code, rain screen principles, air barriers and thermal performance.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment with a strong customer service commitment.
  • Position requires periodic travel.

Education and Experience
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in assessing, detailing, testing and or construction building envelope systems.
  • Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Science, with a background in Building Science.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.