Intermediate Building Envelope Engineer/Technologist

Location: Edmonton

Wade Consulting Inc. (WADE) offers expertise in building envelope engineering, structural engineering, and roof consulting. We work collaboratively with owners, developers, architects, and builders to design new buildings, assess existing buildings, and provide building rehabilitation that ensures long-term value and durability for our clients while meeting the performance requirements of our constantly evolving building codes.

the opportunity

WADE is looking for an Intermediate Building Envelope Engineer/Technologist to join our growing team in Edmonton. The people who make up the WADE team are the core of our business - dedicated, engaged team members who are driven to solve problems and identify solutions for our clients. We seek to empower our team in the pursuit of serving our clients with engineering solutions. We provide our team with meaningful and exciting careers in a fast-growing environment.

 Key Responsibilities

  • Review architectural design drawings and specifications to provide building envelope design review services on new construction projects, including below-grade waterproofing, cladding, glazing/fenestration, air/vapour barrier assemblies, roofing, etc.

  • Provide building envelope technical expertise regarding environmental control layers (air, thermal, moisture, vapour)

  • Provide building envelope design guidance on performance, durability, and constructability,

  • Coordinate with architectural, structural, and other engineering disciplines

  • Maintain strong relationships with clients, developers, architects, sub-consultants, contractors, and building envelope trade contractors throughout all stages of the project

  • Conduct and assist with building envelope condition assessments, targeted investigations, and building envelope failure analysis

  • Diagnose building envelope performance issues such as water infiltration, condensation, air leakage, or thermal bridging.

  • Prepare engineering documents, schedules, or reports

  • Assist in preparing building envelope details, drawings, contracts, and technical specifications

  • Perform project document reviews (drawings, specifications, shop drawings, submittals, etc.)

  • Interpret and analyze field review data to evaluate and make recommendations

  • Lead pre-bid meetings and construction kick-off meetings

  • Perform field performance testing (water penetration, air leakage, thermography etc.)

  • Perform field reviews and manage deficiency lists

  • Project coordination for small and large projects

  • Conduct contract administration tasks

  • Prepare and assist with proposals and project financial budgets

Educations and Skills:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or Technology Diploma or Certificate in Architecture, Civil, or Construction

  • Minimum 7 years’ engineering experience is preferred

  • Experience working on construction sites for buildings is considered an asset.

  • Understanding of design and drafting practices in AutoCAD

  • Experience with Microsoft Office

  • Experience in Building Envelope Rehabilitation projects is an asset.

  • Experience with building envelope performance testing, such as water penetration testing, air barrier testing, or infrared thermography thermal imaging is an asset

  • Effective organizational and time management skills

Candidate profile

  • Demonstrates effective communication skills – both written and verbal.

  • Self-motivated, fast learner with the desire to continually learn and grow.

  • Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deliverable-based environment

  • Comfortable dealing with clients and contractors on an as-needed basis. 

  • Readily able to assume responsibility, work independently, and be a team player.

  • Inquisitive, clear thinker, who can determine what is required and draw rational conclusions from the information available.

  • Hard worker, ready to assume responsibility quickly and have fun at the same time.

Working with wade

  • We understand the importance of a work-life balance and offer a flexible work environment to help you manage that balance.

  • Your health and safety are important to us.

  • You do work that has meaning. Our projects impact the longevity of buildings where people live and do business, right here in Alberta.

  • All levels of management and staff work together in a collaborative environment to help each other grow and succeed.

  • We work hard and have fun. Throughout the year, we have various social events, group lunches, birthday treats, and team-building activities. Have a fun idea – let us know!

  • We are a small team which means your voice is heard and matters. We welcome a diversity of ideas, backgrounds, and experiences to help us grow, address our challenges, and unlock innovative solutions.

  • We provide competitive salary and benefits

How to Apply

To apply for this position, send your resume and cover letter to careers@wadeconsulting.ca. We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Salary Range: $85,000 – $105,000

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hrs/week

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