Building Science Engineer - Project Coordinator

Kitchener, ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 23, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 23, 2026

Original job description

Project Coordinator

Pretium Engineering is an innovative building science engineering firm providing services to a wide range of residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional clients. We are a Canadian controlled private corporation with locations in Burlington, Richmond Hill, Ottawa, Toronto, and Kitchener. We are managed by our partners and senior management, all of whom have 10 to 30+ years of experience. Our strength is developing practical strategies to restore exterior building components and structures, and following these projects through to completion.

We require energetic self-starters who can work independently and are interested in diagnostic and/or investigative engineering related to buildings and structures. Applicants must have excellent written and oral communication skills, and have experience with the preparation of detailed reports.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

Assist with project investigation, reporting, specification and drawing preparation, tendering, project management, quality observation and liaison with clients, contractors and manufacturers, as needed;
Assist with field review/testing and data collection and preparation of performance audits, reserve fund studies, capital planning projects, technical/building audits or other investigative reports complete with observations, conclusions, recommendations and repair budgets;
Acquire skills that allow you to demonstrate the importance of budget and schedule control, technical competence, documentation quality and physical appearance of construction work to the Client and Project Team;
Conduct onsite quality control and adherence to prepared specifications;
On occasion, prepare or oversee preparation of detailed computer aided drawings (CAD) for inclusion with reports and tender documents.
Maintain utilization targets as determined by your Supervisor; and
Participate in the knowledge sharing culture through meetings and other training opportunities.

Our company culture provides a meaningful career experience in a dynamic growth-oriented environment. At Pretium Engineering there are many opportunities to engage in team building social activities, from skiing in the winter to golfing or baseball in the summer. A challenging opportunity is available to candidates who want to make a difference in this fast paced working environment. We offer competitive compensation salary and benefit packages, performance bonuses, and Registered Pension Plan (RPP) group enrollment. Shareholding opportunities exist for experience, driven individuals that advance the growth and profitability of the company and that demonstrate a team first attitude.

Candidate Requirements

Excellent technical writing skills. Reporting is to be concise, follow company report formats and be based on project specific evidence.
Excellent organizational and time management skills to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.
Post-Secondary education relating to Building Science, Building Envelope Engineering and/or Building Architecture.
Building science knowledge including a thorough understanding of air, rain-water, and vapour control.
Knowledge of construction materials and products, material deterioration mechanisms and repair and restoration methods with specific focus on building envelope assemblies, parking garages, balconies, and guards.
Effective, responsive communication skills (verbal and written).
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and other design related software is considered an asset.
Willingness to work at heights, including climbing ladders and accessing swing stages or lifts.
A valid driver’s license and insured vehicle to travel to the office and project sites within Ontario. Work related mileage is reimbursed.

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Responsibilities

Support building investigations and prepare reports, specifications, drawings, tender documents, and repair budgets. Coordinate project delivery, conduct field reviews and onsite quality checks, and liaise with clients, contractors, and manufacturers.

Requirements

Requires post-secondary education related to building science, building envelope engineering, or building architecture, along with knowledge of building envelope systems, construction materials, deterioration, and restoration methods. Candidates should have strong technical writing, organization, communication, and Microsoft Office skills; AutoCAD and Revit are assets, and a valid driver’s license and insured vehicle are required.

Skills

Technical Writing
Project Coordination
Building Science
Building Envelope Engineering
Building Diagnostics
Field Investigation
Report Preparation
Project Management
Quality Control
Construction Specifications
Technical Drawing Preparation
AutoCAD
Revit
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Client Communication

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Performance Bonuses
Registered Pension Plan
Shareholding Opportunities

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Keywords

Building Science
Building Envelope Engineering
Building Architecture
Building Diagnostics
Investigative Engineering
Air Control
Rainwater Control
Vapour Control
Construction Materials
Material Deterioration
Repair and Restoration
Building Envelope Assemblies
Parking Garages
Balconies
Guards
Performance Audits
Reserve Fund Studies
Capital Planning
Building Audits
Project Management
Quality Observation
Field Review
Technical Reports
Construction Specifications
Tender Documents
CAD
AutoCAD
Revit
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel

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