Building Envelope Engineer-In-Training

Location: Edmonton

Wade Consulting Inc. (WADE) offers expertise in building science, structural engineering, and roof consulting. We work collaboratively with owners, developers, architects and builders to design new buildings, assess existing buildings, and make rehabilitation that ensure 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 a Building Envelope Engineer in Training (EIT) 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

  • Perform and assist project engineers in field activities such as site reviews and building envelope condition assessments.

  • Perform construction contract administration tasks on active construction projects such as review of shop drawings, preparation of change orders, and review of contractors submittals.

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

  • Prepare engineering documents, schedules, or reports, as assigned.  

  • Prepare project specifications and/or documents as assigned.

  • Prepare and assist with the preparation of engineering documents, schedules, or reports

  • Prepare and assist with plans, drawings, contracts, and technical specifications

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

  • Prepare and assist with proposals and business development activities

  • Co-ordinate and provide drawing/CAD support to staff designers on an as-needed basis.

  • Work under close supervision, with work that is regularly reviewed for accuracy, adequacy, and conformance with guidelines and procedures.

  • Accountable for the technical quality and accuracy of work performed.

Education and Skills:

  • Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc.) in Civil or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.

  • Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.

  • Experience in Building Envelope Rehabilitation projects.

  • Comfortable working on active construction sites.

  • Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.

  • Must be willing to work on swing stages.

  • Aptitude for working with existing facilities. 

  • Experience with drafting, heat transfer modeling, including AutoCAD, REVIT, THERM, and EXCEL, is an asset.

  • Experience in concrete structure restoration, parkade restoration, and high to mid-rise balcony rehabilitation projects are assets.

  • Experience in steel and wood-framed construction is an asset.

candidate profile:

  • Demonstrates effective communication skills – both written and verbal.

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

  • 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.

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 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.

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 Types: Permanent, full-time

Salary Range: TBD

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hrs/week