Experienced Building Science Engineer

at  WSP

WSP is currently seeking an Experienced Building Sciences Engineer to join our Building Sciences Team in our Edmonton office. This team is part of our Canada-wide Building Sciences practice with over 200 team members working in an integrated practice from coast to coast.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position may fit the education and experience of a wide range of candidates. Preferred qualifications include combinations of the following:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Building Science Engineering, Civil/Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is mandatory;
• 5-10 years of engineering or construction sector experience in design, consulting, renewal, construction or advisory capacity for building systems (candidates with greater relevant experience are welcome to apply);
• Experience with Building Condition Assessment and Reserve Fund Study reporting is an asset but not a requirement;
• Registration with The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) as a P. Eng. or eligibility for registration as a P. Eng. with APEGA immediately following hiring; registration in other Provinces is an asset;
• Previous experience in the consulting engineering or construction industry is strongly desired but not essential;
• Exceptional time-management and organizational skills; attention to detail and strong work ethic;
• Strong oral and written communication skills including presentation skills;
• Knowledge of building materials and construction processes for repairing building envelopes, cladding systems, roofs, and parking structures;
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint;
• A team player with an entrepreneurial attitude and a desire to work with successful, energetic people;
• Strong at multi-tasking, organized and able to adapt to shifting priorities;
• Ability to travel to project sites within Western Canada and the North and work extended and various hours when required;
• Ability to obtain various government security clearances (facilitated by WSP);
• Ability to work at heights (WSP will provide suitable training);
• Acceptance and cooperation to work in a respectful workplace environment;
• Experience and training in Workplace Health and Safety protocol and experience in reading and following Safe Work Practices and Procedures is an asset;
• Valid drivers license in good standing. (Abstract may be requested).

• Lead Project Teams and apply engineering knowledge on building science, structural remediation, and audit projects;
• Take professional responsibility for project engineering designs and certifications;
• Lead and prepare proposals for acquisition of building science projects;
• Liaise with Clients and project participants during all phases of your projects;
• Lead the contract administration process on projects;
• Liaise with contractors, sub-consultants and engineering disciplines;
• Conduct and oversee construction period site reviews monitoring quality of building construction and repairs;
• Accept responsibility for project tasks, deliverables and outcomes;
• Apply sustainable thinking and practices within project delivery;Contribute to the knowledge systems within the Building Science practice;