Technical Advisors

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.
- The _Employment Equity Act_, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

**City**: Ottawa

**Organizational Unit**: Construction

**Classification**: RCO

**Tenure**: These are 2 Continuing positions, 2 3-year term positions, and anticipatory staffing for positions of various tenures

**Language Requirements**: Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC and English

**Work Arrangements**: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). Employees in this position who telework will be required to travel to the identified work site at least three times per week at their own expense.

**Discover the possible**:
Anything is possible at the National Research Council (NRC). As Canada’s leading research and technology organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

**The Role**:
We are looking for Technical Advisors to support our Construction Research Centre. The Technical Advisor would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

The incumbent provides technical advice and administrative support to the code development committees of the Canadian Board for Harmonized Construction Codes (CBHCC) in the development of Canada’s National Model Codes. They directly support technical committees in developing recommendations on proposed changes which includes technical and administrative support for the committees and requires liaising with policy advisor and research colleagues as well as colleagues from other federal departments and provincial and territorial governments.

**KEY ACTIVITIES**

Developing and maintaining a knowledge and understanding of the initiatives, policies and programs at the NRC and in the construction industry in general, and an awareness of the technology events and trends that impact the Canadian National Model Codes in order to advise the code development committees, and aid them in sound decision making.

1. Fire protection
2. Housing
3. Accessibility
4. Building envelope
5. Building operations
6. Plumbing
7. HVAC
8. Occupant safety in use
9. Energy efficiency
10. Climate change
11. Building structures

Maintaining a comprehensive knowledge of Canada’s National Model Codes, referenced standards and of the technical developments in these documents applicable but not limited to:
1. Fire protection
2. Housing
3. Accessibility
4. Building envelope
5. Building operations
6. Plumbing
7. HVAC
8. Occupant safety in use
9. Energy efficiency
10. Climate change
11. Building structures

Identifying areas requiring study and undertaking literature reviews in those areas, summarizing and presenting the findings to the code development committees.

Responding to technical inquiries concerning the meaning of requirements in the National Model Codes and, where appropriate, researching historic records to determine the intent of the requirement under consideration.

Writing summaries, analyzing current code requirements and identifying considerations when developing code changes, including background, history and justification (technical and economical where applicable), through reference to research papers and economic studies.

Providing administrative support to the code development committees by planning meetings, preparing meeting material, preparing meeting summaries, and following up on actions arising from meetings.

**The Role (cont'd)**:
Preparing or managing contracts in support of codes related research and development.

Administering the code development system in accordance with the Canadian Board for Harmonized Construction Codes’ Operating Procedures.

Maintaining close, effective and harmonious relations with:

- Provincial and territorial departments responsible for adoption and enforcement of the Canadian National Model Codes;
- Building officials;
- Researchers in the area pertinent to committee work; and Industry associations.Making and giving presentations to vario