About this role
Building Science Engineer
Ottawa, ON
Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.
Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.
Join us and design your place with Stantec.
Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.
Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.
Join us and design your place with Stantec.
Your Opportunity
A Building Science Engineer works in a team environment on several projects concurrently. Typical projects could include: The review of new and existing buildings, development of design documents for repair, construction review, and specialty testing. The role requires technical knowledge of buildings and effective communication with clients and contractors. The role has a mixture of time on site and in the office.
What we’re looking for
You’re motivated, creative, client-oriented and interested in working with a team of technical experts who deliver value through building science consulting services. You’re looking for your ideas to be valued, learn new skills and impact the communities you live and work in.
Your Key Responsibilities
Assist in project management and coordination
Perform building envelope assessments to develop reports or studies
Development of design documents
Assist with Construction Contract Administration in Building Envelope and Structural Rehabilitation projects
Perform site visits to periodically observe construction for conformance with contract documents, and, issues site visit reports
Attend meetings with clients, constructors and other design professionals, and, document discussions
Assist with performance of field testing (e.g. water leakage, air leakage, thermography, etc.)
Assist in preparing proposals and establishing financial budgets
Your Capabilities and Credentials
General knowledge of Building Science principles or Building Envelope components
Organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks on multiple projects
Ability to work in a team environment
Strong customer service commitment
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Professional attitude
Commitment to succeed
Persistence
Strong work ethic
Valid Driver's license and access to a vehicle
Education and Experience
Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field
3+ years of experience in related field
A Registered Professional Engineer or pursuing registration.
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may require travel and include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
About Stantec
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
Pay Range:
- Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario-$80,300.00 - $116,500.00 Annually
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Primary
Location
Canada | ON | Ottawa
Organization: 1633 Buildings-CA Ottawa-Ottawa ON
Employee Status: Regular
Management Level: Individual contributor
Business Justification: Replacement
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 30/10/2026 01:10:32
Req ID: 1008606
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