Project Lead – British Columbia Office

Project Lead – British Columbia Office

Position Title: Project Lead

Department: Branch Office – British Columbia

Reports To: Regional Director, Branch Offices

Job description: We are looking for a dynamic, dedicated and hard-working individual to fill an intermediate building science specialist role in our Vancouver Office.

Applicants without past engineering consulting or relevant contracting experience will not be considered.

Work Schedule: 37.5 hours per week

Duties to include, but not be limited to performing or assisting in:

• Conduct depreciation reports, and property condition assessments; prepare clear, comprehensive reports.
• Visual and destructive investigations required to diagnose specific problems related to building envelope and structures and recommend repair options
• Building envelope conditions assessments and detailed report preparation
• Prepare technical engineering drawings and specifications for restoration projects in accordance with established codes and standards
• On-site field reviews of building envelope restoration projects for general conformance
• Design and construction building envelope consulting for new construction projects
• Perform contract administration
• Workload management and mentoring of junior engineering staff

Professional Requirements:

• Certified Building Technologist in Architectural, Civil/Structural or Building Science related programs or Graduate of College or University Level Engineering Architectural, Civil/Structural, or Building Science related programs.
• 3-5 years experience at engineering consulting firm
• Attained or working toward professional engineering or technology license
• Must be willing to work at heights, including climbing ladders, operating swing stages, and accessing rooftops
• A valid driver’s license and access to insured vehicle for travel to project sites is required (work related mileage is reimbursed)
• Own personal form of transportation.

Coveted Skills:

• Ability to manage several tasks and prioritize these are required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective and responsive communication with the project team and clients.
• Working knowledge of building components, building envelope and structural system preferred.
• Knowledge of building and fire codes is an asset but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Performance Metrics

• Team productivity and morale.
• On-time and on-budget project delivery.
• Future expansion to team profit/loss accountability.
• Quality and accuracy of technical deliverables.
• Client satisfaction and retention rates.
• Contribution to revenue growth through business development efforts.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based, with regular site visits required.
• Occasional travel for client meetings or industry events.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate project and client demands.

Core Competencies

• Leadership: Demonstrates the ability to inspire and manage a team effectively.
• Technical Expertise: Applies deep technical knowledge to solve complex problems and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Communication: Exhibits strong written and verbal communication skills, tailored to clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Strategic Thinking: Identifies opportunities for growth and aligns team activities with long-term organizational goals.

Schedule / Hours:

• The Project Lead schedule will generally align with the company’s standard hours of 8:00 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday.

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay