Engineer, Building Science

3 weeks ago

Burnaby, Canada JRS ENGINEERING Full time
Your Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an EIT to join our team of technical professionals. In this role, you will conduct investigations, produce reports, undertake design work, perform field reviews and contract administration, and interact with clients on projects that range in size from small to large, wood frame to concrete, and include both new construction and existing buildings.

Here’s what you’ll be doing at JRS Technical Responsibilities
  1. Prepare written reports which may include building envelope condition assessments, leak investigations, warranty reviews, maintenance reviews/manuals, legal reports, etc.; outline findings, conclusions, and recommendations
  2. Assist with developing building envelope design solutions including drafting design and construction documents; apply knowledge of City and Municipal Building Codes
  3. Assist with third party reviews of building envelope designs for new construction and major retrofit projects
  4. Assist with field reviews, investigations, contract administration, and quality assurance during all stages of consulting and new construction projects
  5. Assist with and conduct window tests, air leakage tests, and other field testing
General Responsibilities
  1. Work with, and report to, other engineers and project managers as dictated by project complexity and to expand knowledge base and experience
  2. Build positive relationships with clients and stakeholders to achieve repeat business
  3. Complete services in compliance with scope and JRS company standards and procedures
  4. Meet internal and external deadlines while handling multiple projects of varying priorities, complexities, and objectives
Here’s what you bring to JRS

Education and Experience

Bachelor of Applied Science/ Engineering and EIT designation with EGBC

1 to 4 years of work experience in building science or construction

Knowledge, Competencies, and Capabilities

  • A commitment to professional development evidenced by attending conferences and seminars, producing publications, and giving presentations
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to translate vague or complex requests into concrete actions
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Superb organizational, time management, and coordination skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Self-starter with the flexibility to adjust to changing priorities and varied workload

Other Requirements

Must be willing to work at heights including climbing ladders, and working on swing stages and scaffolding

Must hold a valid British Columbia Driver’s Licence

Why choose JRS

JRS is certified as an Accredited Employer by Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC), demonstrating both our commitment to our people and to delivering high-quality service to our clients.

Our structured EIT training and mentorship program, and PD allowances for all, create opportunities for career growth and development.

We are strongly committed to corporate social responsibility and dedicated to innovative and sustainable practices.

We celebrate our employees annually with a winter holiday party, a team-building day trip to Whistler, and a family-oriented summer BBQ.

Annual salary range – $55,000 to $75,000

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