Building Science Consultant

Stantec•Plano, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Stantec is seeking a Building Science Consultant and Project Manager for its Plano, Texas office. The role combines technical building-envelope consulting with project management across new construction, rehabilitation, and existing-building assessment projects. The consultant reviews design and construction documents, conducts field reviews and forensic analyses, prepares reports, and coordinates project teams through all phases of delivery. The position also involves client relationship management, business development, and participation in activities supporting company and Business Center goals. Some regional, national, or international travel is required based on project requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or science, with a background in building science.
At least 5 years of experience assessing, designing, detailing, and/or constructing building-envelope systems.
Building-envelope and project-management experience, with an understanding of design delivery processes in the architectural, engineering, and construction industry.
Basic knowledge of building-science design practices.
Excellent client communication and relationship skills.
Interpersonal communication and client or customer service skills.
Effective organizational and time-management skills; ability to complete assignments accurately and on time, manage concurrent priorities, and be punctual and dependable.
Ability to build positive team morale by inspiring confidence, enthusiasm, and cohesiveness and influencing employees.
Ability to meet or exceed project goals, expectations, and performance metrics.
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
Project-management skills to manage multiple projects concurrently.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment with a strong customer-service commitment.
Willingness to travel as required by client engagements; travel may be regional, national, or international.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Bluebeam, CAD and/or Revit, SketchUp, and BIM 360.

Responsibilities

Review third-party design documents, shop drawings, and trade submittals for conformance with good building practices related to water intrusion, air leakage, vapor diffusion, thermal performance, and differential movement.
Conduct field reviews of new construction and rehabilitation projects to verify building-envelope assemblies follow approved mock-ups and design documents.
Prepare site-visit reports, generate action lists of outstanding deficiencies, and track their resolution.
Perform forensic analysis of building-envelope failures.
Present findings to competing interests, including legal professionals, contractors, and consultants.
Direct field work for existing-building assessments and prepare building-envelope assessment reports.
Manage projects by setting priorities, procedures, scope, and schedule; coordinating project-team assignments; and obtaining resource commitments across disciplines.
Manage projects through initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and control, and closure, following established company processes and procedures.
Facilitate project kick-off meetings to communicate project objectives, scope, design, and schedule.
Develop and maintain a detailed work plan within project scope, timeline, and budget; identify dependencies on other disciplines and track project documentation and information.
Direct, coordinate, and support project-team members to meet client objectives and project profitability goals.
Maintain contractual, business, and financial project records and inform the client, Studio Leader, Operations Director, and Accounting Department about project financial status.
Manage client expectations and participate in client meetings as required.
Pursue professional growth and development by expanding responsibilities, knowledge, and abilities.
Represent Stantec and promote its brand and services at client and industry events; pursue new business opportunities.
Attend in-house project meetings and, as needed, client meetings outside the office.
Participate in meetings, initiatives, and projects that support Business Center and company goals.