Building Science Technologist

Pinchin in Canada•Peterborough, ON

2d•CA$55,000 - CA$65,000•Onsite

About The Position

Pinchin is a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm with offices across North America. Our teams bring together expertise in environmental services, compliance, building science and resiliency, occupational health and safety, sustainability, and engineering. We help clients create safe, healthy, and higher performing places through solutions that reflect innovation, care, and deep technical insight. Pinchin is seeking a Building Science Technologist to join our Building Science team in GTA. The role reports to the Team Leader. The successful candidate will bring a strong foundational understanding of building systems, including architectural features such as structural components, building envelopes, mechanical and electrical systems, roofing, interior elements, and site features.

Requirements

Architectural Technician/Civil Engineering Technologist /Construction Technician/Science diploma, B.A. or B.Sc. in Architecture, B.Sc. in Building Science.
Knowledge of the Ontario Building Code is required.
Must be able to read technical specifications, drawings, and reports.
Ability to perform fieldwork, including safely transporting ladders, tools, and PPE, with availability to travel and a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle (expenses reimbursed).

Nice To Haves

Knowledge with Building Condition Assessments in accordance with the “ASTM Designation: E 2024 – 15 Standard Guide for Property Condition Assessments: Baseline Property Condition Assessment Process" is preferred.
Proficiency using AutoCAD is preferred.
Experience with building construction or maintenance preferred.
Knowledge of HVAC systems and building envelope assemblies preferred.
Experience writing technical reports is preferred.
Familiarity with UniFormat and asset management software will be considered an asset.
Level I drone license will be considered an asset.
Level I thermography will be considered an asset.
Experience with Contract Administration will be considered an asset.
Knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and ability to read and interpret technical specifications, drawings, and reports
Experience or familiarity with technical report writing; proficiency with AutoCAD, UniFormat, and asset management software is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Conduct Building and Property Condition Assessments for due diligence and/or capital planning purposes in accordance with the ASTM standards and UniFormat and best construction practices at various client sites.
Capital planning Building Condition Assessments and/or Reserve Fund Studies.
Review and complete assessments of existing buildings and structures (roof assemblies, exterior cladding assemblies, balcony assemblies, fenestrations, and parking garage structures) to determine design and remedial work options.
Conduct invasive building assessments and testing (ex. Roof cut tests, water / leak tests, etc.).
Carry out all necessary quantity take-offs and measurements over the course of a project.
Development of designs and specifications for restoration projects.
Carry out construction reviews to ensure quality standards and design requirements are achieved.
Prepare written reports of findings, summarizing, collating, and interpreting the results of field data and creating detailed AutoCAD drawings.
Financial involvement and coordination with project.
Maintain QA/QC protocols.
Maintain health and safety protocols as well as quality control within the group.
Perform any other job-related duties that may be assigned.