Building Science Technologist / Senior Building Science Technologist
- Toronto, ON, Canada
$60,000 to $85,000 CAD / year · Full-time
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- $60,000 to $85,000 CAD / year
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Annual Salary Range: CAD 60,000-85,000
Are you interested in building your career in Building Science? Our growing team in Mississauga is looking for individuals with knowledge of architectural and/or engineering fundamentals to join Pinchin.
Pinchin makes buildings and environments better. We are 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.
At Pinchin, we empower our people uphold unwavering principles and work with purpose to create better outcomes for our clients, communities, and environments.
Pinchin is seeking a Building Science Technologist / Senior Building Science Technologist to join our Building Science team in Mississauga, ON / GTA. The role reports to the Operations Manager.
Role Overview
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.
Your Role and Action
- Conduct 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, including creating detailed AutoCAD drawings.
- Carry out construction reviews to ensure quality standards and design requirements are achieved.
- Prepare written reports of findings, summarizing, and interpreting the results of field data.
- 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.
The right candidate combines technical capability with curiosity, accountability, and a desire to grow within the Building Science field. You are collaborative, eager to learn, and committed to contributing positively to clients, communities, and the environment.
- Architectural Technician/Civil Engineering Technologist /Construction Technician/Science diploma, B.A. or B.Sc. in Architecture, B.Sc. in Building Science.
- Knowledge of building envelope assemblies is required.
- Experience writing technical reports is required.
- Proficiency using AutoCAD is preferred.
- Experience with building construction or maintenance preferred.
- Must be able to read technical specifications, drawings, and reports.
- 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
- 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)
Current employees are encouraged to speak with their HR Advisor for information on the application process.
Compensation And Assessment
Pay ranges are listed as required by law. Final compensation reflects each candidate’s education, experience, qualifications, and work location.
As part of our recruitment process, we use AI technology to support a fair and consistent evaluation of all applicants.
What makes Pinchin different?
We offer competitive salaries and great benefits. What sets Pinchin apart is our commitment to people and purpose. You will join a team that values curiosity, integrity, and learning. You will grow alongside supportive leaders and subject matter experts who want you to succeed.
Employees enjoy mentoring and career development programs, a flexible workplace that supports work life balance, paid personal days, minimum of three weeks of vacation to start, reimbursement for professional memberships, environmental and community involvement opportunities, a wellness spending account, social activities, team events, corporate hotel rates, and more.
Explore our offerings: Pinchin Benefits
Additional Information
- Some positions may involve online testing during the recruitment process.
- Depending on the assignment, clients may require Government security screening, criminal record verification, or periodic drug and alcohol testing. Depending on the requirements of the position, preference may be given to candidates who are able to efficiently qualify for Government security clearances. (Verification of background information over the previous five years including Canadian residency.)
- No agency phone calls please.
- We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.
We make buildings and environments better.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Assess existing buildings and structures, conduct invasive testing, take measurements, and develop restoration designs, specifications, and AutoCAD drawings. Review construction work, prepare technical reports, coordinate project financial matters, and maintain quality and safety protocols.
Requirements
Candidates need a relevant architectural, civil engineering, construction, science, or building science education, knowledge of building envelope assemblies, and experience writing technical reports. They must be able to interpret technical documents, perform fieldwork, travel with a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle, and preferably have AutoCAD and building construction or maintenance experience.
Skills
- Building Envelope Assessment
- Building Systems Knowledge
- Technical Report Writing
- AutoCAD
- Building Restoration Design
- Quantity Take-Offs
- Field Testing
- Construction Reviews
- Contract Administration
- Ontario Building Code
- Technical Drawing Interpretation
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control
- Health and Safety
- Project Coordination
- Building Construction and Maintenance
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Mentoring and Career Development Programs
- Flexible Workplace
- Paid Personal Days
- At Least Three Weeks of Vacation
- Professional Membership Reimbursement
- Environmental and Community Involvement Opportunities
- Wellness Spending Account
- Social Activities and Team Events
- Corporate Hotel Rates
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Construction
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Consulting
Keywords
- Building Science
- Building Envelope
- Roof Assemblies
- Exterior Cladding
- Balcony Assemblies
- Fenestrations
- Parking Garage Structures
- Invasive Building Assessments
- Roof Cut Tests
- Water and Leak Tests
- Quantity Take-Offs
- Restoration Design
- Specifications
- AutoCAD
- Construction Reviews
- Technical Reports
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control
- Health and Safety
- Ontario Building Code
- Contract Administration
- Drone License
- Thermography
- Building Systems
- Mechanical and Electrical Systems
- Fieldwork
- Architectural Technology
- Civil Engineering Technology