Construction and Building Envelope Technologist

Location: Edmonton | Closing date: January 17, 2025

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 Construction and Building Envelope Technologist to join our growing team in Edmonton and work alongside both our building envelope and structural teams. 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 include:

  • Conduct and assist with building envelope condition assessments and targeted investigations

  • Liaise with clients, contractors, and sub-consultants at all stages of the project

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

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

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

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

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

  • Perform field reviews and manage deficiency list

  • Conduct contract administration tasks

Education and Skills

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

  • Proficient in Bluebeam and Microsoft Office 365 programs including Word and Excel

  • Knowledge of Autodesk programs such as AutoCAD and Revit will be considered an asset

  • Knowledge of current building and energy codes, ASTM, and CSA Standards

  • Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation are required

  • Knowledge of wood frame and concrete construction

  • Experience in building envelope design and construction

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

  • Effective organizational and time management skills

  • Demonstrates effective communication skills – both written and verbal

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

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

  • Ability to read technical building envelope drawings

  • Aptitude for working with existing facilities and new construction

Candidate Profile

You have the desire to learn and are eager to join a fast-paced environment with plenty of opportunities to work on active construction sites.

You are committed to providing first-rate client service and technical excellence to deliver practical, creative solutions. You have an inquisitive outlook, are a hard worker, are readily and quickly able to assume responsibility, can work independently, and are a team player.

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: $45,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hrs/week